What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Librarian position at Senate, NYS?
Duties Description
The New York State Senate seeks a qualified candidate to serve as Law Librarian in the NYS Legislative Library. The Legislative Library provides research and information services to members of the New York State Senate, the New York State Assembly, and legislative staff. The Law Librarian supports these functions through the provision of reference, research, and instructional services.
In this dynamic role, you will:
•Conduct reference interviews to identify user research needs and determine appropriate print and electronic resources.
•Provide ready reference and in-depth legal and legislative research; refer users to additional resources as appropriate.
•Assist users in locating and effectively utilizing print and digital collections.
•Provide instruction in the use of the library catalog, legal databases, and legal research methodologies.
•Respond to reference inquiries in person, by phone, and by email.
•Develop and maintain research guides, pathfinders, and bibliographic tools.
•Design instructional materials and conduct orientation sessions for legislative interns and fellows.
•Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered, you must have:
•Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
•Experience using legal research databases (e.g. Westlaw, Lexis, HeinOnline)
•Familiarity with the New York State legislative process
•Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
•Demonstrated ability to provide effective customer service
The ideal candidate will also have:
•Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited program
Additional Comments
This position is Monday through Friday, 35 hours per week, 9.00AM-5.00PM with some unpredictable evening hours during the legislative session (January-June).
Salary range is $65,000 to $75,000, commensurate with education and experience.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions without both will not be considered. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and do not simply repeat the information in your resume.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant
The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:
•Dental insurance
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
•Health insurance
•Life insurance
•Paid time off
•Parental leave
•Retirement plan
•Sick time
•Tuition reimbursement
•Vision insurance
•Wellness Program
The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000