Law Librarians' Society of Washington, D.C. - LLSDC

Legal Cataloger

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 21:09:14 GMT

Title: Legal Cataloger Description: Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks a Legal Cataloger to work on a cataloging & serials check-in project for in Washington DC. This is part of a proposal we are bidding on and this person will report to LAC’s manager of cataloging. It is anticipated to last approximately 4-months and we are looking for a candidate with strong technical services skills in additional to knowing serials and cataloging in a legal or law firm environment. General Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent professional experience; 3-5 years of experience working in a legal environment with serials and cataloging; Experience using Voyager ILS, additional ILS experience preferred; Previous experience using OCLC with Connexion Client; Knowledge of LC classification; Must be familiar with OCLA, MARC field tabs and AACR2rev. For More Information & To Be Considered: Please email your cover letter...

Librarian, D.C. Office of the Attorney General

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Title: Librarian, D.C. Office of the Attorney General Description: The Librarian of the D.C. Office of Attorney General is the sole law librarian for the office. THE CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS 9/12/2008. The position announcement along with the Quality Ranking Factors which must be completed may be found at http://www.oag.dc.gov/occ/frames.asp?doc=/occ/lib/occ/librarian_vacancy-final.pdf. The DC 2000 Job Application (also required) may be found online at: http://dchr.dc.gov/dcop/lib/dcop/dc2000_residency_perference.doc Required Experience: QUALIFICATIONS: Basic Requirements: A. Applicants must show successful completion of one (1) full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required or a bachelors degree; OR B. A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must establish...

Library Clerk

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Title: Library Clerk Description: Primary Responsibilities Filing, Mail, Re-shelving Books Tasks Travels to other libraries to gather necessary material when requested. Helps to maintain databases Assists in updating and distributing books Assists in book returns to publishers Processes requests for library materials in accordance with Copyright laws Labeling books Maintain sign out cards. Assign bar codes. Update books with pocket parts Maintain overall appearance of library Assists in obtaining and returning material via Interlibrary loan ; maintains ILL database and monitors for upcoming due dates. Maintains sign out sheets and cards Retrieves and re-shelves used and overdue books from offices Processes order requests with publishers; prepares documentation for orders/ payments; maintains and monitors database for expected shipments. Desired Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Required Experience: Desired Job Experience A minimum of one year...

Reference Librarian

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: Reference Librarian Description: The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library at the Catholic University of America is seeking an individual to serve as a member of the Reference team, providing legal reference service to Law School faculty and students, the CUA community, and the general public. This is a part-time weekend position. Duties and responsibilities: The primary responsibility is to provide reference and research assistance to law faculty, law students and other patrons seeking information in person, by phone or chat service. Other duties include supervising student staff and security guard; enforcing library policies with consistency; offering instruction in the use of print reference sources, automated catalog, Internet, and on-line databases; and assisting Reference Librarians with special projects as assigned. Hours: Sundays, Noon-8pm. Please send a cover letter and resume to Elizabeth Edinger, Associate Director & Head of Public Services, The Judge...

Legal Cataloger

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 20:15:49 GMT

Title: Legal Cataloger Description: Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks a Legal Cataloger to work on a cataloging & serials check-in project for in Washington DC. This is part of a proposal we are bidding on and this person will report to LAC’s manager of cataloging. It is anticipated to begin in late August and finish around the end of the year (approximately 4 months) and we are looking for a candidate with strong technical services skills in additional to knowing serials and cataloging in a legal or law firm environment. General Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent professional experience; 3-5 years of experience working in a legal environment with serials and cataloging; Experience using Voyager ILS, additional ILS experience preferred; Previous experience using OCLC with Connexion Client; Knowledge of LC classification; Must be familiar with OCLA, MARC field tabs and AACR2rev. For More Information...

Legal Reference Librarian

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: Legal Reference Librarian Description: Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks experienced Legal Reference Librarian for temporary assignment in law library of a prestigious government agency in Washington D.C. Ideal candidate will have an MLS and at least two years of legal research and reference focused on government materials; JD negotiable depending on other qualifications. Working hours will be 8:00 am to 5:00 pm three to five days per week. Position is available immediately and will last through the end of September 2008 with the possibility of contract renewal. Responsibilities: * Provide superior oral and written legal and legislative information services to demanding and diverse clients; * Effectively and efficiently respond to US and state legal research questions in-person, by telephone, and via e-mail Qualifications * MLS Degree; * JD negotiable depending on qualifications; * Minimum of two years experience minimum in a law library; * ...

Conflicts Research Assistant

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Title: Conflicts Research Assistant Description: ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the accurate and timely input and research of potential client information to determine if a conflict exists that would prohibit the firm from representing a client. Assists in conflicts checks related to hiring of attorneys and paralegals. The role is comprised of a combination of clerical, research, and coordination duties. Must also work as part of a team and maintain a good rapport with co-workers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Works with and provides assistance to the Conflicts Manager in research related to new business intake and the conflicts search process. Completes assigned conflicts checks accurately and in a timely manner. Reviews Elite search results and ascertains that appropriate results have been reached. Assists the Conflicts Manager in the evaluation of new technologies for conflict of interest identification. Assists the Conflicts Manager with the training of...

Library Technical Services Manager

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: Library Technical Services Manager Description: POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for managing library technical services and coordinating library electronic services. Manage day to day activities of the library in the absence of the Director. Assist with reference services as needed and other duties as assigned. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide the highest quality technical services to the library and the Firm and manage the technical services staff toward this goal in day-to-day operations. Provide ongoing, daily technical support and trouble-shooting for users of the integrated library system, including, but not limited to establishing, monitoring and maintaining cataloging standards, providing training and electronic library materials, and advising and identifying research strategies for internal customers. Train and provide guidance to staff in areas of serials check-in and dissemination, book and serial processing, collection maintenance, acquisitions, cataloging, and data...

Legislative Assistant

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Title: Legislative Assistant Description: POSITION SUMMARY: The Legislative Assistant will be responsible for providing legislative and regulatory research services at both the federal and state levels as well as general reference service to attorneys and staff, and other duties as assigned. Coordinates lobby registrations and filings at behest of attorneys and staff. Serves as back-up legislative contact in absence of Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide accurate, timely and cost efficient answers to inquiries posed by attorneys and staff through a thorough knowledge of the federal and state legislative and regulatory processes. Maintain a detailed working knowledge of legislative resources necessary to provide research assistance to the attorneys and staff such as Congressional Information Service Index/Abstracts/Legislative History, CCH Index to Congress, U.S. Code Popular Name Tables and Codification Tables, Lexis-Nexis Congressional Record, Committee Report and Bill...

Library Assistant

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:06:57 GMT

Title: Library Assistant
Description: The Washington DC office of Dechert LLP, an international law firm, is seeking a Library Assistant. Responsibilities include maintenance of the library collection, light reference, processing new material for the collection, inter-library loan, and assisting legal staff is using the collection. Knowledge of SIRSI Unicorn and Microsoft office is preferred. The candidate is required to have good written and oral communication skills, the ability to multitask, work under pressure, and be part of a research library team. A Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience is required. Our firm offers the opportunity to work in a professional environment, competitive salary and benefits programs and is conveniently located near the Farragut West and Farragut North metro stations. If interested in exploring this opportunity, please forward a resume, cover letter and salary requirements, to: was.recruiting@dechert.com or fax to (202) 261-3066 Attention: Personnel Administrator. No phone calls, please. Required Experience: A Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience is required.
This Job Requires the Follow Skills: The candidate is required to have good written and oral communication skills, the ability to multitask, work under pressure, and be part of a research library team.
Education Required: Bachelor's degree
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

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