Opening: Reference Librarian, Fordham

Fordham University School of Law Library will be performing preliminary interviews at AALL for its newly created reference position. 

Position: Reference Librarian

Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Senior Reference Librarian,  participates as a member of the reference  department team of eight professional librarians.  Provides extensive general  reference and research assistance to law students and  faculty, develops and teaches online and traditional  legal research instructional programs, authors research  guides for the library's web site, actively participates  in building the library's print and online collections through participation in acquisitions meetings and  assists in the development, implementation and  evaluation of reference and public services policies,  procedures and publications.  In addition, provides general reference, backup to the circulation department on as necessary and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
M.L.S. or equivalent from an A.L.A. accredited library  school  and a J.D. from an A.B.A. accredited law  school are required.  Substantial knowledge  of both traditional and online legal research systems [such as  Westlaw, LexisNexis and web based legal and legally related information] is required.  Experience gained through library school sponsored internship is preferred.  Ability to work  independently and cooperatively as part of a team in a  fast-paced environment is vital.  Strong service orientation, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.  Evening, weekend and holiday hours are expected.

Applications:
Please send a letter of application, a resume and the  names of three references to: Kathleen A. McLeod, Ass. Law Librarian for Public Services, Fordham University School of Law Library, 140 W 62nd Street, New York, NY 10023 or kmcleod@law.fordham.edu