Opening: Reference/Research Librarian, Gonzaga School of Law

The Gonzaga University School of Law’s Chastek Library seeks applications for the ranked faculty position of Reference/Research Librarian. This position may lead to long-term contract security upon satisfying the requirements set forth in the Gonzaga University Faculty Handbook and the Gonzaga Law School Long-Term Contract Standards in the areas of Professional Performance, Professional Development, Advising, and Academic Citizenship.

Responsibilities: This position manages the reference desk, provides reference service to all library users and research assistance to faculty, coordinates library instructional services, provides instruction and research sessions to classes and other groups like law journals and clinics, and participates in collection development activities.  In addition, this position is assigned faculty committee responsibilities.

Required Qualifications:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited institution, and M.L.S. from an ALA accredited institution.
• Knowledge of print and electronic legal resources, strong teaching skills and service orientation, excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications: Experience in an academic law library.

Application Process and Deadline: The required application materials include a resume, a letter outlining relevant experience, and three references.  To apply or view the full position description, please visit our website at www.gonzaga.edu/employment. Application is encouraged by February 28, 2011.

For assistance with your online application, call (509) 313-5996. You may also send your application directly by mail to Professor Cheryl Ann Beckett, Chair, Faculty Recruitment Committee, Gonzaga University School of Law, P.O. Box 3528, Spokane, Washington 99220-3528, or electronically to cbeckett(at)lawschool.gonzaga.edu.

Contact Person for Questions:  Professor Cheryl Ann Beckett, Chair, Faculty Recruitment Committee, Gonzaga University School of Law, at cbeckett(at)lawschool.gonzaga.edu.

The law school is strongly committed to diversifying its faculty and furthering Gonzaga’s mission as a Jesuit, Catholic, and humanistic institution.