Librarian I​/II, Legal Research, University Library System

Librarian I/II, Legal Research, University Library System

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced LibrarianI/II, Legal Research, University Library System at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university locatedin the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Ourdeep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity,diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

The Arthur Neef Law Library welcomes qualified applicants to applyfor our Legal Research Librarian positions. Join an experienced,highly skilled library staff that serves the Wayne State University Law School and the local community. The Neef Law Library is in Detroit’s Midtown neighborhood, on Wayne State's main campus. Theseare both full-time positions reporting to the Law Library director. The Neef Law Library is part of the Wayne State University Library System.

Serves as members of the Law Library's reference team, providing skillful in-person services at the Reference Desk and remotely viaphone, email, and online question intake systems.

Creates and updates online research guides to support Wayne Law’scurriculum and instruct on researching special topics within thelaw.

Provides significant, in-depth research support to Law School faculty, departments, and administrators as liaison librarians.

Provides in-person and remote research consultations and project planning with faculty and student research assistants.

Assists faculty with requests for articles, books, and electronicresources to support their scholarship, classroom preparation, and professional development.

Creates and delivers online and in-person instruction sessions andguest lectures on a variety of legal research topics.

Collaborates on special library instruction projects with librarians and faculty members.

With other Law Librarians, Identifies, assesses, selects, and recommends purchases and withdrawal of materials in Law and Legal Research subject areas of the WSU Library System.

Contributes to teams and committees by planning, evaluating,assessing, marketing, and implementing legal research services,resources, and technologies.

Participates in library and university committees to carry out professional development, scholarly, and service activities.

Other duties as assigned.

M.L.I.S. (or equivalent) degree from an ALA-accredited program.

Degrees must be completed prior to the candidates’ starting date of employment.

Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality reference and research service to patrons.

Significant experience performing legal research in an academic,government, or law firm setting.

Knowledge of legal bibliography, legal research methods, and thelegal information profession.

Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively topromote teamwork, equality at Wayne State University.

Excellent interpersonal and oral / written communication skills.

Excellent organizational, time, and project management skills,including the ability to work both independently and as part of ateam in a diverse, dynamic environment.

The position is a full-time, regular, 12-month, benefits-eligible appointment as Academic Staff, represented by the AAUP-AFT Local
6075 on an Employment Security Status track.

The starting salary for Librarian I is $65,000 and the starting salary for a Librarian II is $68,000. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, employee/dependent lifeand long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plans with Fidelity, TIAA/CREF, tuition assistance, and generous paid time off including twenty-two vacation days per year plus University holidays.

Nominations or questions regarding this position may be directed via email to Search Committee Chair, Lesliediana Jones, Director and Assistant Professor Lesliediana Jones