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Sullivan & Cromwell – Reference Librarian - HYBRID 

SUMMARY 

Under the direction of the Manager of the Reference Desk & Senior Manager - Library, the Reference Librarian will provide outstanding research assistance to our Lawyers and Staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Conduct in-depth searches on complex research requests covering all practice areas for all Library clients using electronic, print & other sources as part of regular shifts on the Reference Desk.
• Support lawyers in utilizing the collection of research tools, providing instruction and guidance as needed.
• Assist with other research tasks and projects as required.

In addition, responsibilities related to maintaining firm and client information are to be adhered to by all employees. This includes complying with the firm’s information security policies, protecting firm assets from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference, and reporting security events or potential events or other security risks to management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to multitask, think creatively and work collaboratively and effectively in a fast paced, challenging environment to meet tight deadlines.
• Superior interpersonal written and verbal communication skills. Must have a high level of attention to detail.
• Must have a strong service-oriented mentality and a commitment to the highest standards of excellence and professionalism that are the hallmarks of Sullivan & Cromwell’s legal practice.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• M.L.S from an accredited institution OR significant graduate-level coursework toward such a degree is required.
• Law Library reference experience required.
• Excellent research skills, utilizing print and electronic resources, including proficiency in Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg, CCH (Vital Law) and Intelligize. Strong knowledge of SEC filings and familiarity with practice specific databases such as S&P Capital IQ Pro, DealPointData, Factset, Octus, Filings Expert, Chapter 11 Dockets, etc. is a plus.
• Experience with Quest request management software is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The base salary range offered for this role will be between $85,000 and $115,000.  When determining a candidate’s compensation offer, elements unique to each person are taken into consideration including but not limited to skill set, experience level, performance, professional certifications, degrees and location, as well as the needs of the Firm.

The total compensation package for this position may include overtime pay, discretionary bonuses and other benefits.  For a more comprehensive list of employee benefits, please visit  Professional Staff I Careers | Sullivan & Cromwell LLP.

PRIVACY POLICY NOTICE

It is Sullivan & Cromwell LLP’s policy to handle your personal information responsibly and in accordance with the requirements of applicable data protection laws. To see Sullivan & Cromwell LLP’s Pre-Hire Recruitment Privacy Notice, please see: https://www.sullcrom.com/careers/Pre-Hire-Recruitment-Privacy-Notice. Additionally, California residents can find Sullivan & Cromwell LLP’s Notice of Collection of Personal Information as required by the California Consumer Privacy Act at: https://www.sullcrom.com/SullivanCromwell/Privacy-Policy#california.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please apply at: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SULLCROM&cws=38&rid=1294

Reference & Access Services Librarian - St. John’s University School of Law
Queens, New York

Employer Statement:

The Rittenberg Law Library at St. John's University School of Law is seeking a collaborative and service-focused person to join our law library team.

Job Description:

The Reference & Access Services Librarian will join a service-centered team that is an integral part of the life of a strong, inclusive, and vibrant law school community. They will provide comprehensive access services for the space and resources of the Library and serve as a member of the Reference team, whose members collaborate to provide reference services and legal research instruction.

The position is full-time, Monday-Thursday, 8 hours per day with flexible start times; Friday, 6 hours per day with flexible start times; 1 remote day per week, subject to business needs.

Essential Functions:

•  Supervise and coordinate training for the Library's Access & Collection Services staff and student employees to provide comprehensive access and collection services to the law school community.
•  Oversee resource sharing and document delivery services.
•  Supervise circulation services, physical collection maintenance, and course reserves.
•  Coordinate student services outreach and initiatives.
•  Identify and manage departmental projects to enhance access to and use of the physical collection.
•  Provide extensive reference and research services to law faculty and students.
•  Participate in the preparation and delivery of research workshops and curate subject-specific research guides.
• o If the successful candidate has a J.D., then they will also participate in the preparation and delivery of credit-bearing research instruction, including the required research course in the second-year curriculum. This work is compensated separately.
•  Participate as a team member in initiatives led by other Librarians and the Associate Dean for Library Services.
•  Foster strong working relationships with colleagues both at St. John's and in other libraries.

•  Knowledge of legal materials and current research methods, along with strong analytical skills.
•  Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
•  Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, within a collegial environment.
•  Effective leadership skills.
•  Commitment to engaging in professional development.
•  A strong work ethic and commitment to excellent service.
•  Adept in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite and other standard business and academic applications.
•  Ability to combine the pursuit of excellence with a spirit of kindness and collaboration.
•  A commitment to being part of an inclusive and anti-racist law school.

Salary:
$72,500 - $85,000

Job & Educational Requirements:

•  Either a J.D. from an ABA-approved law school or an M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited library school.
•  A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a law library setting.
•  Instructional experience, including informal or formal instruction.

Preferred Education and Experience:

•  Both a J.D. from an ABA-approved law school and an M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited library school.
•  Three or more years of experience in an academic law library, including legal research, reference, and/or access services.
•  Experience coordinating and managing interlibrary loan and document delivery services, including familiarity with interlibrary loan software.
•  Experience using Innovative Interfaces products, including Sierra.
•  Experience working with new and emerging technologies in libraries.

Application available at https://jobs.silkroad.com/StJohnsEdu/Careers/jobs/219704

New York City Law Department - Chief Law Librarian
Salary: $189,520

The New York City Law Department seeks an experienced and visionary leader to serve as our Chief Law Librarian. The successful candidate will lead the library staff to drive innovation, improve services, and enhance the experience of library users. 

Duties of the position include:

• Provide leadership for all of the department's activities and services include planning, developing and evaluating departmental activities and initiatives. 
• Supervise, evaluate and guide the development of the professional and support staff.
• Provide research and reference services to the Law Department, and on occasion to the Mayor's Office, the City Council, and other New York City agencies.  
• Explore and investigate potential new research and artificial intelligence solutions.
• Manage and perform investigative research, including social media searches.
• Maintain online storage of some Library resources, as well as physical storage of historical and other print materials. 
• Maintain accurate research and collection management data, statistics, reports, and policies. 
• Oversee coordination of online research training. 
• Coordinate organization of Library resources including cataloging and serials check-in. 
• Monitor expenditures, review and implement collection management policies, and supervise vendor relations. 

Job & Educational Requirements:      

Applicants must be admitted to the New York State Bar and have a MLS degree in addition to a JD degree.  Applicants must have a broad law library background and an understanding of principles and current trends in library sciences, services, operations and technologies.  They should be able to demonstrate a history of successful supervision and management of professional and support staff to work as a team to meet common goals.  They should be skilled at navigating the emerging technological landscape and its impact on law libraries. Finally, they should be able to participate in multiple concurrent projects in a given timeframe, monitor project workflows, and meet project deadlines.

 The following skills are preferred:

• Ability to provide a high level of customer service. 
• Excellent verbal, written and decision making skills. 
• Ability to use sound judgment in resolving problems and be detail oriented.
• Ability to act with a high degree of integrity, autonomy and independence, and to be self-motivated and flexible.
• Ability to supervise staff with diverse skills and educational backgrounds.
• Knowledge of accounting and budget principles.

Application Instructions

To apply, please go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/ and search for Job ID 716083, or click the following link to apply to Job ID 716083: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/job/chief-law-librarian-in-manhattan-jid-33666.  Please upload a resume and cover letter.

Contact: John Campbell, Director of Legal Recruitment ([email protected]).

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.