University of Arkansas, Leflar Law Center, Young Law Library
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Position Title: Reference Services Librarian
The Robert A. and Vivian Young Law Library at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, is seeking a service-oriented and self-motivated candidate for our Reference Services Librarian position. The Reference Services Librarian is an integral part of the excellent service the Law Library provides all of its clientele. This position is a tenure-track full-time appointment. The Young Law Library serves the University of Arkansas, School of Law, which has a diverse student body of 450 students and thirty-two full-time faculty members. Currently, the Law School is constructing a 50,000 square-foot addition that will contain Law Library space. We are located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, a vibrant Northwest Arkansas community surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Ozark Mountains.
Description: Full-time 12 month appointment in a law library faculty tenure-track position. Assists with reference services for the Law Center community. Salary range: $40,000-45,000. Excellent fringe benefits.
Responsibilities: Provide reference assistance to faculty, staff, students and the public. Assist in training staff, faculty and students in the use of print and electronic resources. Some teaching may be included. Assist Law Center faculty in preparing instruction and presentation materials. Report to the Associate Director of the Law Library.
Qualifications: JD and MLS or will receive an MLS within four years of being hired. Law library experience is preferred. Knowledge of legal resources and ability to work independently and as part of a team is important. Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills are essential.
Application Process: We will interview at the July AALL Annual Meeting in St. Louis. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a resume and the names and telephone numbers of at least three references to:
Professor Herbert E. Cihak, Young Law Library Director
University of Arkansas Leflar Law Center
213-A Waterman Hall
Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701-1201
hcihak@uark.edu
The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, color, sex, or national origin. Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
Frederick Chan
Cataloger and Government Document Librarian
Young Law Library,
220 Waterman Hall,
University of Arkansas,
Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701.
Phone: 479-575-3682
Fax: 479-575-2053
chchan@uark.edu
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