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| Date Posted |
08/02/2012 |
| Job Title |
Research Librarian |
| Organization |
HARRIS BEACH PLLC |
| Environment |
Special Library |
| City |
Pittsford |
| State |
NY |
| Hours |
Full-Time |
| Hire Status |
Direct Hire |
| Job Level |
MLS/MLIS Required |
| Job Description |
Reporting to the Director of Libraries and Research Services, the Research Librarian will conduct legal, business and other non-legal research on behalf of legal staff and clients. This position is also responsible for developing and maintaining the Library’s technology applications. Responsibilities: · Performs comprehensive, sophisticated legal, business and other non-legal research and preliminary analysis in an innovative and timely manner for attorneys, clients and staff· Independently analyzes and synthesizes information from diverse sources to solve problems creatively· Manages current awareness advisory services for attorneys, clients and non-legal staff· Conducts on-site research at various area libraries as necessary· Provides educational instruction and support in legal research and information literacy· Visits practice offices regularly to provide education instruction and promote efficient use of research tools· Advises Director of trends in library and law firm emerging technologies; manages any subsequent implementations· Acts as liaison to IT department for upgrading, installation and trouble shooting of equipment, software and other applications· Reviews professional publications, establishes personal networks, and participates in professional associations Qualifications: · MLS or equivalent advanced degree required· Minimum 5 years experience in law library environment· Demonstrated aptitude for research and analysis· Well-developed research skills· Experience with a wide variety of electronic resources such as the Internet, Lexis, Westlaw, and other standard law library applicationsCommunicates effectively orally and in writing· Proficient in Microsoft Office and SharePoint applications Please submit cover letter and resume to resumes@harrisbeach.com Harris Beach PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Marie Calvaruso
Director of Libraries and Research ServicesHARRIS BEACH PLLC
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
99 Garnsey Road
Pittsford, NY 14534
585.419.8921 Direct
585.419.8814 Fax
585.419.8800 Main
MCalvaruso@HarrisBeach.com
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