Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian

As part of the Collection Services Department, the Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for maintaining access to electronic resources in the Law Library. This includes managing activation and regular maintenance of electronic resources, and their associated bibliographic records, as well as coordinating and troubleshooting access and authentication for Law Library staff and users. The Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian also supports the overall management of the Library’s integrated library system and discovery catalog and other tools and platforms that incorporate metadata for both user discovery and internal management of Law Library resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution.
  • A minimum of two years of experience in a law or academic library. A combination of professional and significant paraprofessional experience may be considered for this requirement.
  • Substantial experience using an integrated library system such as Ex Libris’ Alma.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with electronic resources management, including batch loading.
  • Experience with the cataloging process and relevant tools such as OCLC’s WorldShare Collection/Record Manager, and MarcEdit.
About

The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library at The Catholic University of America School of Law is seeking applicants for the position of Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian. This position is ideal for an experienced librarian who is ready for new challenges while working within a collaborative and collegial team. The successful candidate will actively support core library operations by managing the Law Library’s integrated library system and discovery catalog, maintaining the Library’s databases and electronic resources, and addressing the evolving technology needs of the Library’s staff. We offer generous vacation, holiday and retirement benefits, in addition to hybrid work opportunities.

The Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian manages access to electronic resources in the Library’s integrated library system and discovery catalog by activating electronic resources, maintaining load profiles, managing import of bibliographic records, and troubleshooting access and authentication issues experienced by Law Library users. This position also coordinates library staff use of the Library’s integrated library system and discovery catalog, including suggesting and implementing configuration changes, researching solutions to problems, and consulting on staff training needs. The Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian serves as a key resource for troubleshooting library staff technology issues and addressing future technology needs by staying current on emerging trends and technologies, most namely ongoing enhancements to the Library’s integrated library system. This technology support also extends to third-party integrations to the Library’s integrated library system.

The Systems and Electronic Resources Librarian will also be afforded the opportunity to develop expertise in the reporting functions of the Library’s integrated library system in support of the Library’s statistical reporting obligations, as well as opportunities to participate on Law Library and library consortia committees, task forces, and other projects.

Please see the full position description here: https://staff-cua.icims.com/jobs/15866/systems-and-electronic-resources-librarian/job

Please submit both a resume and a cover letter that describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position to your application profile to be considered for this position.
 

Reference and User Services Librarian

As part of the Research Department, the Reference & User Services Librarian employs knowledge of online technologies to support user services within the Law Library. Plays a lead role in maintaining and improving public-facing library systems, including the Law Library's discovery system (online catalog), LibGuides, institutional repository, study room reservations, and library calendar. The Reference & User Services Librarian is often the first point of contact for troubleshooting technology problems, resolving issues independently when possible, or referring problems to other library, law school, or university technology staff. The Reference & User Services Librarian provides substantive and complex legal, non-legal, and public policy research support and analysis on a wide variety of legal and non-legal subjects to support their teaching and research interests and the Catholic mission of the law school.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s of Library Science (M.L.S.) degree from an ALA accredited library school is required.
  • Familiarity working with legal materials is preferred, such as demonstrated experience in a law library or a Juris Doctor.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent legal research and general library research skills. Strong service orientation and collegial work style.
  • Ability and commitment to implementing information technology.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of HTML, XML, CSS, current WCAG accessibility standards, and principles of web design.
  • Understanding of foreign and international legal research.
  • Proven background in providing sophisticated reference services incorporating both print and electronic sources employed in a major research library.
  • Proven background in providing library outreach through working with a diverse clientele, including faculty, law students, and unskilled library users.
About

The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library at The Catholic University of America School of Law is seeking applicants for the position of Reference and User Services Librarian. This position is ideal for an ambitious librarian who is ready to join an experienced, collegial team that is committed to reimagining library services for our patrons. The successful candidate will actively support the public-facing library systems, including the Law Library’s discovery system, and reference services. We offer generous vacation, holiday and retirement benefits, in addition to work from home opportunities.

This position plays a lead role in creating and updating guidance on using library resources, including online databases. Assists users with library technology, including accessing online resources, and university services such as networks and printing. The Reference & User Services Librarian is often the first point of contact for troubleshooting technology problems, resolving issues independently when possible, or referring problems to other library, law school, or university technology staff. The Reference & User Services Librarian provides substantive and complex legal, non-legal, and public policy research support and analysis on a wide variety of legal and non-legal subjects to support their teaching and research interests and the Catholic mission of the law school. Provides reference and research services to a law school community of day and evening law students, as well as other members of the university community, alumni, and the general public. Please submit both a cover letter and resume to your application profile to be considered for this position.

Please see the full position description here.

Head of Digital Initiatives

This position is responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and advancement of
the Law Library’s digital collections. Reporting to the Associate Director for Resource Management and
Technology at the Georgetown University Law Library, the Head of Digital Initiatives leads a cohesive
digitization program and works to implement an effective and achievable strategy to ensure long-term
protection and access to Georgetown University Law Library’s digital assets.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (or equivalent)

  • Six to ten years of library experience (including supervisory experience)

  • Experience with standard digitization workflows, including the use of large-scale scanning equipment, image editing software, and inventory control procedures

  • Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to design and implement long-term digitization projects

  • Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems, implement new equipment and software, and apply technical standards for digitization

  • Experience using digital imaging and post-processing software, such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Bridge

  • Experience with institutional repository systems, including storing, organizing, securing, and sharing digital assets

  • Knowledge of one or more metadata standards appropriate for describing digital materials, such as Dublin Core, MARC, MODS, or METS.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with XML/XSLT

  • Experience in working with data from an Integrated Library System

  • Experience in an academic library in a university setting

About

Job Posting - Head of Digital Initiatives
The Georgetown Law Library is looking for qualified candidates to apply for the Head of Digital
Initiatives.
This position is responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and advancement of
the Law Library’s digital collections. Reporting to the Associate Director for Resource Management and
Technology at the Georgetown University Law Library, the Head of Digital Initiatives leads a cohesive
digitization program and works to implement an effective and achievable strategy to ensure long-term
protection and access to Georgetown University Law Library’s digital assets.
The Digital Initiatives department is responsible for production digitization of Law Library materials and
making them available through a number of digital repositories. The department includes two full-time
staff and a team of 4-6 student assistants. Responsible for the operations of the department, this
position delegates tasks, provides general oversight and direction for the daily work of the department,
and monitors the physical space to ensure safety and an appropriate work environment. The incumbent
sets the goals and priorities for the department, develops and maintains the policies and procedures to
meet those goals, and provides opportunities for training and development of the staff in the
department. This position represents the department’s work and interests in communications with
peers, collaborators, and vendors both internal and external to Georgetown, and participates in
strategic planning and decision-making with respect to major purchases and new initiatives.
Application review begins May 12th, 2025. View the full posting and apply here: JR21387 - Head of
Digital Initiatives
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving
a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including
pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
More information about working at the Georgetown Law Library can be found at:
https://www.law.georgetown.edu/library/about/employment/


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