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| Date Posted |
02/05/2010 |
| Job Title |
Reference Librarian |
| Organization |
Sheridan and John Eddie Williams Legal Research and Technology Center |
| Environment |
Academic Library |
| City |
Waco |
| State |
TX |
| Hours |
Full-Time |
| Hire Status |
Direct Hire |
| Job Level |
MLS/MLIS Required |
| Job Description |
QUALIFICATIONS: An M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited library school; J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; knowledge of current information technologies and publishing formats, database and Internet searching proficiencies, and a mastery of legal research sources and techniques using both print and electronic materials; knowledge of web publishing tools helpful; a superb work ethic, excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong service orientation, a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, and the ability to thrive in a very fast-paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Director of the Law Library, the Reference Librarian provides in-depth research and reference services to the faculty and students of the Law School, as well as the University, the legal community, and the general public. Assists with legal research instruction. Oversees the public services department, including supervision of the Circulation and Reserve Specialist. Handles faculty and student interlibrary loan requests. Prepares library publications, such as research guides and bibliographies. Assists with collection development work and testing/evaluation of new electronic products. Serves on University committees. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director or the Associate Director of the Law Library.
RANK AND SALARY: Academic Professional with university faculty rank and status. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Baylor University has an enrollment of 14,600 students and is conveniently located in the heart of Texas, within easy driving distance of most of the state’s major cities: Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin are each only a 90-minute drive away. For more information on Baylor Law School and the Law Library, see http://law.baylor.edu.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, application must be received by March 4, 2010.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit a letter of application and resume. Include names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to:
Professor Brandon D. Quarles
Director of the Law Library
Baylor University
One Bear Place #97128
Waco, TX 76798-7128
Materials may be submitted electronically to : Brandon_Quarles@baylor.edu
Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, Baylor University is the oldest university in Texas and the world’s largest Baptist University. Baylor’s mission is to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. Baylor is actively recruiting new faculty with a strong commitment to the classroom and an equally strong commitment to discovering new knowledge as Baylor aspires to become a top tier research university while reaffirming and deepening its distinctive Christian mission as described in Baylor 2012 (www.baylor.edu/vision/).
Baylor is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. An Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.
Linda McGennis
Linda McGennis
Information Specialist - Circulation/Reserve
Baylor Law Library
1114 S. University Parks Dr.
Waco, TX 76798
254-710-4184
Linda_McGennis@baylor.edu |
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