Law Librarian

New York, NY

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of library tasks, including but not limited to:

• Using print and electronic resources, performs legal and non-legal reference and research services for attorneys and paralegals.
• Performs interlibrary loan and document delivery transactions.
• Processes invoices, incoming mail, new books, and perform other duties as needed.
• Coordinates training for attorneys and paralegals with Lexis & Westlaw representatives.
• Works independently, following established practices and procedures. Coordinates with west coast librarians when necessary.
• Coordinates CLE programs for attorneys, tracks CLE history for attorneys.  We are an accredited CLE provider.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one to two years of recent library experience. Masters in Library Science preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and perform functions requiring a high degree of accuracy and careful attention to detail.
• Strong customer-service orientation and strong self-motivation.
• Capable of working efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Current or prospective Library School students encouraged to apply.
• Prior experience searching electronic databases, Westlaw / Lexis required.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite required  (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook).
• Proficiency searching & exploiting Internet legal & non-legal resources required.