What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian - Library Services position at Verrill?
Verrill is actively reviewing resumes for a Librarian based in either our Boston, Massachusetts or Portland, Maine office. As one of New England’s top full-service law firms, we are interested in hiring talented individuals to join our team. Verrill offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a collaborative work environment in which our employees can grow and prosper both professionally and personally.
Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Librarian provides comprehensive support for library operations, including traditional and Artificial Intelligence (AI)‑assisted research, reference services, training, collection management, and administrative functions. Key responsibilities include conducting in‑depth research across all practice areas; managing research request workflows; supporting the firm’s AI‑assisted legal research platforms and serving as a primary contact for routine platform inquiries; assisting with the development of AI‑related training, workflows, and verification best practices; maintaining and evaluating library resources; supporting contract negotiations; training new hires; administering the library catalog, distribution lists, book orders, and interlibrary loans; overseeing billing and budget tracking; and troubleshooting technical issues related to library resources.
This is a full‑time, exempt position requiring either a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (M.L.S./M.L.I.S.) from an ALA‑accredited institution and/or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA‑approved law school. The ideal candidate is a motivated self‑starter with at least five (5) years of relevant experience and demonstrated proficiency with legal research across print and online platforms, including primary and secondary sources and tools such as Westlaw, Practical Law, CoCounsel, Harvey, Bloomberg Law, Wolters Kluwer VitalLaw, RIA Checkpoint, and related services. Candidates should be knowledgeable in bibliographic maintenance standards, including Library of Congress subject headings, Online Computer Library Center, and Machine-Readable Cataloging records, and possess strong technological skills, including experience leveraging emerging technologies such as AI and data analytics to support legal research and workflows. A commitment to exceptional customer service and a forward‑thinking approach that supports Verrill’s continued innovation are essential.
Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Need help applying? Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team.
Please note that the salary range reflects multiple geographic locations. A more accurate compensation range will be provided during the recruitment process once factors such as location and relevant experience are considered.
Verrill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Librarian provides comprehensive support for library operations, including traditional and Artificial Intelligence (AI)‑assisted research, reference services, training, collection management, and administrative functions. Key responsibilities include conducting in‑depth research across all practice areas; managing research request workflows; supporting the firm’s AI‑assisted legal research platforms and serving as a primary contact for routine platform inquiries; assisting with the development of AI‑related training, workflows, and verification best practices; maintaining and evaluating library resources; supporting contract negotiations; training new hires; administering the library catalog, distribution lists, book orders, and interlibrary loans; overseeing billing and budget tracking; and troubleshooting technical issues related to library resources.
This is a full‑time, exempt position requiring either a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (M.L.S./M.L.I.S.) from an ALA‑accredited institution and/or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA‑approved law school. The ideal candidate is a motivated self‑starter with at least five (5) years of relevant experience and demonstrated proficiency with legal research across print and online platforms, including primary and secondary sources and tools such as Westlaw, Practical Law, CoCounsel, Harvey, Bloomberg Law, Wolters Kluwer VitalLaw, RIA Checkpoint, and related services. Candidates should be knowledgeable in bibliographic maintenance standards, including Library of Congress subject headings, Online Computer Library Center, and Machine-Readable Cataloging records, and possess strong technological skills, including experience leveraging emerging technologies such as AI and data analytics to support legal research and workflows. A commitment to exceptional customer service and a forward‑thinking approach that supports Verrill’s continued innovation are essential.
Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Need help applying? Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team.
Please note that the salary range reflects multiple geographic locations. A more accurate compensation range will be provided during the recruitment process once factors such as location and relevant experience are considered.
Verrill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.