Summary
Location
High Point
Type
full-time
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About this role
Qualifications:
Education Required:
- Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved law school
- Master of Library Science (or its equivalent) from an ALA-accredited program
Experience and Training:
- Prior experience providing reference services in a law library is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
- Willingness to contribute actively to the mission, vision, goals, and objectives of the School of Law and University
- Outstanding interpersonal and listening skills sufficient to work effectively with School of Law faculty, staff, students, and prospective students
- Excellent oral and written communication skills that enable candidates to communicate with friendliness, enthusiasm, patience, and respect
- Ability to conduct research using materials in all formats
- Ability to deliver exceptional patron service independently and collaboratively
Essential Functions:
- Under the supervision of the Library Director, provide reference assistance to law school faculty, students, the High Point University community, and the public as necessary.
- Co-teach legal research classes as part of the first-year Legal Research & Writing curriculum.
- Participate in the assessment of student satisfaction with library services and resources.
- Provide library tours for visitors and for prospective and admitted students.
- Participate in library orientations for new students and professors.
- Participate in routine meetings as necessary.
- Participate actively in professional associations relating to law libraries.
- Engage in other administrative duties essential to the mission of the Kenneth F. Kahn School of Law and the law library.
Accountability:
• Reports to the Library Director.
Application Instructions
Applicants must submit the following: (1) a cover letter expressing their interest in the position; and (2) their resume with a complete professional and academic history.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. For more information regarding the position, please contact Sola Babatunde, Law Library Director at the School of Law, at [email protected].
Other facts
About High Point University
The professional and industrial landscape of dentistry is changing rapidly.
Tomorrow's oral healthcare providers must be equipped to work in an integrated care environment and address the evolving needs of tomorrow's patients. These providers must also, know how to lead in diverse teams and environments. The School of Dental Medicine and Oral Health at High Point University is intentionally designed to lead the country in innovative curricula and clinical experiences. Our students will be prepared through a blend of didactic courses, high-fidelity simulation, and a unique blend of patient care experiences.
High Point University will provide personalized tracks to satisfy the career interests of our students. Students will complete coursework and clinical experiences across most specialties but will tailor their experiences to areas of interest in their fourth year through electives and specialty rotations.
What you'll do
- The Reference Librarian provides reference assistance to law school faculty and students and co-teaches legal research classes. They also participate in library orientations and engage in administrative duties essential to the law library's mission.
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