Outreach and Reference Librarian

Working under the supervision of the Deputy Director of the Law Library, the Outreach & Reference Librarian is responsible for managing and developing our Law Library’s outreach initiatives including trainings, workshops, and social media. In addition, this librarian is part of the reference team, providing high-quality reference, research, and instructional services. This librarian will also teach as part of the 1L Legal Research curriculum.

Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise. 

Essential Functions:

• Teaches multiple sections of Legal Research to first-year law students.
• Develops tools and sources to train patrons on the use of law library and related resources including LibGuides.
• Develops and manages Law Library workshops and trainings.
• Works collaboratively with internal and external departments to provide formal and informal legal research training.
• Manages research assistants for the Law Library and Law Center.
• Manages the Law Library’s student advisory committee.
• Manages the Law Library’s Newsletter, Blog, and Social Media.
• Serves as a member of the Law Library’s reference team, led by the Deputy Director of the Law Library to provide excellent research and support services to patrons.
• Assists in password creation, maintenance, and assistance for law library databases.
• Coordinates and participates in library outreach initiatives.
• In collaboration with other librarians, reviews print material, electronic collections, and technology tools, and makes recommendations for library acquisition and deselection.
• Engages in academic and personal development. Participates in state, regional, and national library associations. Serves as a member of the library, law school, and university committees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A J.D. from an ABA-accredited school is required. Additionally, a M.L.S. or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited school is preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in law librarianship.

The successful candidate will have a firm commitment to a high level of service to faculty and students in a Law School environment, as well as a demonstrated ability to contribute to Law Library innovations while being responsive to the needs of the Law School community.

Knowledge of LibGuides, law office technology, and best practices for legal research teaching is preferred. Proficient use of Microsoft Office software is expected.

Additionally, the candidate will have excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills and the ability to work both independently and effectively with a variety of people.

The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to respond effectively to the changing needs and priorities of the Law Library, and be committed to working collaboratively with others to advance the academic mission of the Law School and the Law Library.

Minimum Pay: $70,000 – Commensurate with experience

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Resume and cover letter are required. Upload both required documents to the Resume/CV upload section of the application. You will be asked to provide names and contact information for three professional references.

External Applicants: Application instructions for external applicants are located on the jobs.wlu.edu or here.

Current W&L Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Instructions are located at jobs.wlu.edu or here

Exempt, Full Time, Benefit Eligible