Technical Services Librarian

Phoenix School of Law (PhoenixLaw) is seeking a Technical Services Librarian for the Information Resources Center (IRC). The IRC is charged with the acquisition, organization, and utilization of information resources in a wide variety of formats. The position is available immediately and applications will be reviewed as received. For more information about PhoenixLaw please see www.phoenixlaw.org.

Primary duties of the Technical Services Librarian will include:

• catalog and maintain professional standards for bibliographic and authority records
• maintain collection statistics
• train and assist staff on cataloging and bibliographic problem solving
• assist with the coordination of the IRC’s use of a shared Innovative Interfaces, Inc.(III) Millennium integrated library system
• participate in short- and long-range planning for the IRC
• assist in creating and implementing library policies and procedures
• assist with collection development
• assist with the development and coordination of a law school archives collection
• may participate in reference duties
• monitors and keeps abreast of changes and trends in bibliographic and MARC standards
• may supervise staff as assigned
• performs other duties as assigned

Candidates should be (1) committed to a learning experience that is student-centered and facilitates practice-readiness; (2) attracted by the process of institution building; (3) committed to management and development based on best practices and continuous self-improvement; (4) comfortable with change and innovation; (5) contributive to positive group dynamics; (6) an effective role model for transparent interaction within a humility based culture; and (7) motivated by the opportunity for institutional and self-development on the basis of enlightened leadership principles and professional mentoring.

Qualifications:

Required:

• M.L.S., M.L.I.S., or equivalent from an ALA-accredited school
• Cataloging experience
• High quality communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Self-starter who is able to meet tight time deadlines
• Able to work well in a team environment

Preferred:

• Dual degrees (both M.L.S. (or equivalent) and J.D. degrees)
• Cataloging experience with legal materials
• Supervisory experienceExperience with Innovative Millennium integrated library system
• Familiarity with a Technical Services environment that included Acquisitions and/or Serials

To Apply:

In addition to a competitive base salary, PhoenixLaw offers an exceptional benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, two flexible spending accounts, and a generous 401(k) Plan. Send cover letter and resume via email to hr@phoenixlaw.org or fax to 602-682-6993, Attn. Human Resources

Contact Information

Email: hr@phoenixlaw.org
Fax: 602-682-6993

Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.

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