Salary: $54,717/year
Unit: Library
Position summary :
The New York County District Attorney’s Office (DANY) Library has an opening for a Reference Librarian. In this position the Librarian is responsible for offering legal and other types of research services to the entire office.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Conduct legal, medical, psychological, business, and general research.
Acquire legal research data from diverse sources including books, Westlaw, PsycInfo, Lexis, web resources and other sources as necessary.
Create and maintain SharePoint site.
Provide Zoom classroom and one-on-one training for knowledge management system and legal research training.
Evaluate information resources and troubleshoot computer problems.
Facilitate Interlibrary Loan.
Research expert witnesses.
Compile legislative histories.
Maintain DANYLawKM, DANY’S in-house knowledge management system.
Gather and maintain Legislative History Collection.
Perform related duties.
Qualifications :
Excellent Microsoft Office and computer skills required.
Excellent Electronic Information search strategies and techniques.
Superior organizational, time management, writing and communication skills are essential.
Ability to manage multiple assignments.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of staff.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines.
Strong attention to detail and high concern for accuracy.
Strong communication skills both written and oral required
Educational Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree required.
Preferred Educational Requirements:
MLS preferred.
Additional Requirements :
Experience in legal research or library work preferred.
One (1) year commitment to the hiring bureau.
Additional Information:
Pursuant to the Mayor’s Executive Order 75, as of August 2, 2021, all newly hired employees must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered employment with DANY, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved at the time of your on-boarding process.
As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans .
The New York County District Attorney’s Office 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.
The New York County District Attorney’s Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office’s support staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial, Investigation, and Appeals Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our support staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.
The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.
