Associate Director for Technical Services (John Marshall Law School)
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES, Chicago, IL
The Louis L. Biro Law Library of The John Marshall Law School in Chicago seeks applications for the position of Associate Director for Technical Services.
Responsibilities: This senior management position will provide oversight and leadership in all aspects of the technical services department including serials, acquisitions, cataloging, preservation and systems.
The Associate Director for Technical Services will supervise the technical services staff and librarian(s) and foster staff development. This position reports to the Director of the Law Library and will assist in strategic planning and budget management for the Law Library as part of the management team. The Associate Director will serve as the
library’s liaison with Innovative Interfaces, Inc. and is encouraged to participate actively in local and national professional organizations.
Qualifications: Required: A masters’ degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association; at least three years of administrative experience including budgeting and personnel supervision; extensive knowledge of the Innovative Millennium ILS; recent experience working in a library technical services department; understanding of best practices, current issues and trends in technical services; commitment to user-focused services; ability to work collaboratively in a team
environment; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred: Experience working within a law school or law firm environment.
The John Marshall Law School: Founded in 1899 the Law School is accredited by the ABA and the Higher Learning Commission, and is a member of the AALS. The Louis L. Biro Law Library supports the research of students, faculty, and alumni of John Marshall, as well as members of the Chicago Bar Association. The collection is housed on five floors and two mezzanine floors. There are more than 45,000 square feet of
library space, providing room for more than 600 seats, including 250 study carrels. The Library currently contains over 380,000 volumes, including the equivalent of 145,000 volumes in microform. It has a full-time staff of 16, including 8 professional librarians. Each reference librarian holds degrees in both law and library science. The
Law School is located in Chicago’s Loop, close to the federal and state courthouses, museums, theaters, and public transportation.
Salary: The John Marshall Law School offers excellent benefits and a highly competitive salary.
Applications: Please send a cover letter, current resume or vita, and contact information for three professional references to June Liebert, Law Library Director, Louis L. Biro Law Library, The John Marshall Law School, 315 S. Plymouth Court, Chicago, IL 60604. You may also send your application by email to 8liebert@jmls.edu. We are currently accepting and reviewing applications and will continue to do so until the position is filled.