USA – Position: Legal Information Librarian & Lecturer in Law Boston College Law Library

Job Description:

The Legal Information Librarian participates as a member of the professional Education & Reference (“E&R”) team to provide research and technology instruction and reference service to Boston College Law School students, faculty, staff, and other members of the university and general community.  The E&R team supports the educational and scholarly mission of the law school through a pro-active program designed to enhance support for faculty research and to integrate legal research instruction throughout the curriculum.  Team members accomplish this mission by building liaison relationships with faculty members and student groups, teaching introductory and advanced legal research classes, by taking a leading role in introducing new technologies into the classroom, and by participating in professional activities at a regional and national level.

Job Requirements:

Demonstrated knowledge of basic and advanced legal research sources and techniques using print and electronic sources.  Candidate must have demonstrated expertise in the use of technologies and electronic communication, including Microsoft Office, electronic mail, BloombergLaw, LexisNexis, Westlaw, the Internet, and integrated library systems.  Must possess the ability to quickly learn new technologies with little or no instruction, develop appropriate documentation and training aids, and teach the technologies to others.  Ability and willingness to lead the law school community into adopting new educational technologies; instruct faculty members in the use of these technologies, including presentation tools and web course management software.  Interest and experience in legal research instruction, including curriculum development, teaching in large and small group settings, and using a wide range of educational technologies.  Applicants must possess the demonstrated ability to address the research needs of law school faculty in a proactive manner.  Strong writing, speaking, personal organization and inter-personal skills are required.  The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team, and enthusiastic about embracing the challenges of an evolving profession in a time of major technological change.

Rotation through evenings is required during the academic year and some weekend rotations may be required.

Required Qualifications:

J.D. and M.L.S. from accredited institutions.

How to Apply:  

To apply online please visit the Boston College Human Resources Job Opportunities website at:

https://bc.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=1&c=bc

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume electronically (as a PDF or MS Word document).  Boston College also accepts resumes and cover letters through the US Mail at:

Boston College
Department of Human Resources
129 Lake Street, Room 110
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA  02467