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LAW LIBRARIAN V: Supreme Court, Carson City, Nevada. Duties: Under the general direction of the Law Librarian, this position is responsible for and supervises the technical services and government documents sections of the law library; plans, organizes and directs the work of these sections; coordinates the work of these sections with other sections of the law library, for example cataloging; assists the Law Librarian in the formulation of policies and procedures for new and existing programs; performs research with analysis in response to Supreme Court staff requests; develops public programming. This position also will perform other duties typical of a Librarian, such as: collection development (for depository collection); oversee automation of materials control and check-in; perform reference interviews; assist users in performing legal research; process interlibrary loan requests; establish and maintain circulation procedures; manage special library services, the state legal materials exchange program, and the Depository Library Program; work with vendors to correct and resolve all ordering, claiming, and billing problems. Qualifications: : A Master’s degree of Library Science from an ALA accredited library school. Five years of professional level library work including a minimum of two years of supervisory work including administrative responsibility; OR Graduation from a four year college or university. Six years of professional level library work, including at least six years in a law library, and minimum of two years of supervisory work, including administrative responsibility. A JD from an accredited law school can be substituted for years of experience. (Note: Although a Master’s degree of Library Science is the standard professional qualification for a librarian, many incumbents of librarian positions in law libraries have grown into their positions based on their special expertise in the field of law. Law Librarian position classifications permit extensive law library experience to be considered in lieu of the master’s degree) Salary: $52,116 - $78,028 DOE (2008)
JUDICIARY
COORDINATOR 1: Monmouth
Vicinage, Superior Court of New Jersey. Summary:
The Monmouth Vicinage is seeking a dynamic self starter to
work under the direction of the Operations Division Manager and
other supervisory personnel. Duties:
The Judiciary Coordinator 1 will be responsible for
acquiring books, periodicals and other materials for the law
library and Judges’ chambers libraries within budget
constraints and based on established policy. Specific duties
will include coordinating purchasing requirements including
submission of bills for processing; updating the law library
collection; coordinating the content of law library collections,
law library policies and procedures vicinage-wide; maintaining
an up-to-date inventory of current law library holdings;
researching improvements to the law library; keeping detailed
records of law library expenditures; assisting law library
customers, including pros e litigants; recommending projections
of library spending for the preparation of budgets and spending
plans; maintaining and re-shelving books and publications in the
law library; functioning as the Americans with Disabilities Act
Coordinator; provide administrative support for the Interpreting
services and Volunteer/CDR Units; and performing other related
duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university
with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of professional
experience in the area of Administrative Operations: purchasing,
finance, facilities management, investigation or library
administration. Applicants who do not possess the required
education may substitute experience on a year for year basis.
Experience in library administration or legal research and/or a
degree in Library science from an accredited university would be
helpful. Knowledge of automated systems such as Word and Excel
is also helpful. Salary: $43,623.80-$70,755.44. (2008)
LIBRARIAN 1: Superior
Court of
New Jersey,
Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren
Counties. Summary: Under the
direction of the Operations Division Manager and other
supervisory personnel, is responsible for determining and
coordinating the requirements and acquiring books, periodicals
and other materials for the law library and judges’ chambers
libraries within budget constraints and based on established
policy. Duties: Specific duties will include coordinating
purchasing requirements including submission of bills for
processing; updating the library collection; coordinating the
content of law library collections and library policies and
procedures vicinage-wide; maintaining an up-to-date inventory of
current library holdings; researching and implementing
improvements to the library; keeping detailed records of library
expenditures; assisting library customers, including pro se
litigants in accessing legal materials; making projections of
library spending for the preparation of budgets and spending
plans; preparing technical and financial review and evaluation
reports as required; maintaining and re-shelving books and
publications in the law library and performing other related
duties as assigned. Although this position will be based in the
Somerset County Courthouse (Somerville, NJ), it will require travel to the Hunterdon County Courthouse (Flemington,
NJ) and the Warren County Courthouse (Belvidere,
NJ). Qualifications: Graduation
from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s
degree. Three years of professional experience in the area of
Administrative Operations: purchasing, finance, facilities
management, investigation or library administration. Applicants
who do not possess the required education may substitute
paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a
year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for
one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two
years of experience. Extensive knowledge in library
administration, legal research and/or a degree in Library
Science would be helpful. Knowledge of automated systems such as
Word, PowerPoint, Access and Excel is also helpful. Salary:
$41,684.28 - $67,609.64. (2007)
LIBRARIAN/ANALYST:
The
National
Center
for State Courts, Williamsburg, VA.
Summary: The
National
Center
for State Courts, a private non-profit court improvement
organization is seeking applicants to fill a librarian/analyst
position. Duties: This
position is responsible for coordinating library operations
including acquisitions, serials, cataloging, circulation/ILL,
systems administration, library education and training for a
specialized library on court administration. Additionally, this
position will serve as an information analyst responding to
information requests on topics related to court and judicial
administration. Qualifications:
Applicants are required to have a Masters degree in library
science from an ALA
accredited institution and at minimum of three years’
experience. Experience in a law library or a legal environment
is preferred. Considerable knowledge of on-line library systems
OCLC, AACR2, LC Classification and LCSH is required. Ability to
research and comprehend issues/concepts is required.
Demonstrated ability to communicate in writing and verbally is
required. Salary: $46,286-$49,000. (2007)
COURT
RECORDS MANAGER AND ARCHIVIST: Summary: This
employee is responsible for appraisal, identification and
preservation of records in the Judiciary that have historic
value and for the organization and treatment and access systems
for inactive Judicial records. The employee will be responsible
for the full panoply of archival functions in the Judiciary and
developing and delivering training to assure Judiciary wide
appropriate management, storage and access systems for archival
records. The Court Records Manager and Archivist supervises
preservation staff and works closely with court and records
personnel in vaults and in the Judiciary
Secondary
Records
Storage
Center. This employee is responsible for automated and manual systems.
Preservation initiatives from records treatment to correct
access will be under the purview of this individual. The Records
Manager/Archivist is responsible for developing, updating and
implementing a Disaster Recovery Plan for all Judiciary records
and for training appropriate team members to assure rapid,
effective response in regard to court records affected by
unforeseeable events. This employee will be responsible for
developing a program to enhance public awareness and access to
historic information available in the Judiciary. Duties: Work closely with Judicial personnel to foster an
understanding of the proper way to handle and process archival
records. Improve awareness of the importance of preserving and
maintaining Judiciary records in the Judiciary Archives. Assure
timely access of information from historic records for current
matters in the courts. Work closely with scholars and
researchers to improve understanding of the special requirements
accompanying Judicial records and to foster appropriate access
to information. Develop and update a complete Disaster Recovery
Plan for the Judiciary with provision for the special
circumstances in courts in and outside Port of Spain. Ensure security and preservation of historic court records by
working closely with the Registrar and court records personnel.
Supervise and train court records preservation personnel. Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Archives or Library and Information
Sciences or Masters in Business Administration, Judicial
Administration or equivalent degree.
A minimum of three (3) years experience in an environment
that includes supervisory experience. Priority consideration will be given to applicants with
experience in court or legal environments. Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities: Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally
and in writing. Ability to work with all levels of staff and
public with tact and diplomacy and to establish and maintain
good working relationships with all court personnel, the legal
profession and the public. Strong ability to perceive and
analyze problems, plan and develop alternatives and effect
innovative solutions. Ability to manage diverse personnel in a
variety of situations in a consistent manner. Strong knowledge
of archival and records management core principals and
practices. Strong IT skills and abilities especially in relation
to library and archival systems. Detailed knowledge of legal
records and court operations. (2006)
LAW LIBRARY DIRECTOR/ADMINISTRATOR OF
SELF-HELP
CENTER:
Trial Courts of Arizona
in Maricopa
County,
AZ.
Summary: Oversees all
aspects of the Law Library, Self-Service and Family
Violence
Prevention
Centers
administration. Duties: Procurement,
facilities planning, personnel management, technology matters,
problem-solving, and assisting in long-range planning. Reviews,
develops and oversees the development and implementation of
internal policies and procedures. Prepares and controls the Law
Library budget and ongoing expenditures. Compiles data and
prepares written reports. Advises Court Administration on
technology issues including access to legal information,
collection development, and other departmental services.
Prepares evaluations and performs supervisory functions for
library supervisors and Self-Service
Center
supervisor. Performs legal research as needed by Court
Administration. Represents the Law Library and Self
Service
Center
at departmental meetings. Qualifications:
A degree in law from an ABA
approved law school or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited
college or university in Library Science plus five years of
related experience. A Master’s degree from an accredited
college or university in Library Science from an
ALA
approved university may substitute for two years of the required
experience. Salary $57,012 - $81,494. (2006)
LAW LIBRARIAN: Howard
County, Maryland. Summary: We are seeking an individual
who is extremely well-versed in online research/resources. While our physical volumes are quite limited, we are
expanding our online capabilities and looking for the correct
person to lead these projects. We are also interested in
greater outreach to our public, including self-represented
litigants and students. The Court has a small, innovative staff and values participation
in projects that cross strict subject lines. We are
looking for an individual who is interested in participating in
a variety of initiatives while serving as the law librarian. The law librarian reports to the court administrator. Priorities, including budget and space, will be
established through collaboration with the County Administrative
Judge and the court administrator. Duties: In
addition to the traditional law librarian responsibilities, this position will serve as the first line information
officer and duties will include addressing general information
questions, via phone and email, addressed to the Court. Since our web presence is just under development, the
librarian will be very much involved in helping structure the
information available on the website. Due to the
importance of computer skills to this position, the incumbent
will also serve as the onsite technical specialist for the
Court. Furthermore, the incumbent will work with the court
administrator on issues of privacy and security of court records
and court information. The following qualifications are desired: (1) Experience in administering all aspects of a small law
library, including acquisitions, reference, security of
materials, chambers collections, procurement and basic budgeting
responsibilities; (2) Experience and expertise in online
information gathering and legal research. Experience with
both LexisNexis and Westlaw is preferred; (3) Understanding of
information system technology and the ability to perform basic
trouble-shooting for library hardware and software; (4)
Knowledge of the most important references needed for a
meaningful legal collection; (5) Dedication to service. Qualifications:
MLS required, but significant legal research or
library experience may be substituted. Salary: Range
of $43,000 to $57,000 depending upon education and relevant
experience. (2006)
ELECTRONIC
SERVICES LIBRARIAN: Wyoming
State
Law Library. Duties: Assist
in administering and maintaining electronic resources and
systems in the library, act as liaison to other agencies,
maintain staff and public PC software and hardware, and maintain
the web page and Internet-based resources. Also participate in
traditional reference service. Qualifications:
ALA-accredited MLS and two years professional experience, or
equivalent of education and job-related experience required.
Strong research, computer skills, service and communication
skills preferred. Salary: $38,000-49,000. (2005)
ACCESS SERVICES LIBRARIAN: Los
Angeles County Law
Library. Summary:
Under general direction of the Assistant Director for Public
Services, the Access Services Librarian is responsible for
supervising and managing daily operations of circulation, media,
stack maintenance, interlibrary loan, and document delivery
units. Some Saturday
and rotating holiday work required. Qualifications:
ALA
accredited MLS. Three
(3) years of increasingly responsible
experience in public services as a professional librarian,
including
working knowledge of library automation systems, especially
circulation
modules. Demonstrated
managerial ability. Strong public services
orientation and commitment. Salary:$4,600- $6,002/month.
Excellent benefits. (2005)
DIRECTOR,
LAW LIBRARY: LA County, Los Angeles CA. Summary:
The
Library Director is a dynamic and visionary leader who envisages
and responds to the evolving needs of the County Law Library
system and who builds consensus among the legal, library, and
business communities; is a charismatic leader who manages and
inspires staff and colleagues, successfully adapts to change,
and is highly competent in budgeting, finance, human resources,
labor issues, and state and local politics. The successful
candidate will demonstrate and uphold a strong commitment to
access to justice and to public availability of quality legal
information.
Duties: Direct
all Library operations, supervise staff, manage workflow,
address concerns, counsel, hire/terminate, evaluate, promote,
approve leaves and raises, coordinate workflow, schedule, and
recommend changes, ensure departmental compliance with all
applicable laws, policies and procedures, and safety
regulations; take initiative to correct any deviations, attend
Board meetings and act as Secretary of the Board, prepare
presentations to Board and inform Board of Library Operations,
consult with Board members and other officials to review
Department operations and activities, formulate goals, recommend
policies and resolve problems, develop and plan Library
programs, prepare annual budget, pending Board's approval,
administer budget and adjust expenditures as necessary,
negotiate contracts and major expenditures, submitting them to
Board for approval, create and implement policies and procedures
to enhance Library services, subject to Board's approval,
oversee maintenance of facilities and educate Law Library
employees about facility maintenance and safety concerns,
negotiate contracts for maintenance services, oversee inventory
of Library materials, equipment, and supplies, ensuring
availability of adequate materials for patrons and negotiating
contracts of items selected for purchase, respond diplomatically
to complaints regarding Library operations and initiate problem
resolution, serve as official Library representative in
communications with all entities, attend regular meetings and
serve on committees as needed, making speeches and
presentations, advocate legislative changes before State
Legislature, develop Library collection, maintain current
knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, literature,
technology, practices and trends in the industry, maintain
professional affiliations and participate in continuing
education courses; attend conferences, training sessions, and
workshops, provide technical expertise and assist staff with
problems. Qualifications:
A
Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library
Association (ALA) accredited graduate library school, seven
years of increasingly responsible experience as a professional
librarian, performing duties in a large law library, two years
of library management and staff supervisory responsibilities;
or, an equivalent combination of education or experience. Additional
education is highly desirable but not required for this
position. Juris Doctor desired. Master
of Business Administration desired. Master
of Public Administration desired. Develop
and renew a thorough knowledge of current trends in the library
industry, including technology, patron usage, administration,
financial planning and economic development, with a strong
vision for the continued growth and development of the Library. Salary
Range: $99,144.00 - $129,360.00. (2005)
CATALOG
LIBRARIAN: Illinois
Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent
College of Law & Stuart Graduate School of Business,
Chicago, IL. Summary:
Under the general direction of the
Director of Bibliographic Services, the Catalog Librarian is
responsible for cataloging library materials, including
continuing resources in both print and electronic formats. The
Catalog Librarian also co-supervises two library specialists
with the Government Documents Librarian. Duties: Providing
full (or other appropriate level) original cataloging and
authority control in a variety of print, non-print and digital
formats in a variety of subject areas; supervising all
serials-related projects; contributing to planning, policy and
procedure development of department; performing other duties to
enhance the collection and services of the library such as (but
not limited to): assisting in the development, implementation,
and evaluation of cataloging and bibliographic service policies,
procedures, and publications based on current information and
developments in the field/literature; responding to telephone,
mail and e-mail inquiries from patrons seeking information;
individual and group training; and other duties as required.
This position will also have some responsibility for managing
electronic resources (e-journals and databases).
Qualifications: M.L.S. from an A.L.A.-accredited
graduate program, a working knowledge of cataloging principles
and procedures including AACR2R, LC Subject Headings and
Classification, and MARC 21 formats is essential, as is a
working knowledge of standard bibliographic and other reference
tools, familiarity with a range of automated processing
activities, some supervisory experience and a demonstrated
commitment to customer service, excellent interpersonal, oral,
and written communication skills are critical, including
experience in procedure development and writing documentation,
very customer service oriented, has a friendly and helpful
manner, can work effectively with faculty and all levels of
staff, possesses an aptitude for complex, analytical and
detailed work, and can manage diverse assignments in a
rapidly-changing and demanding environment. Preferred: Substantial experience cataloging
serials; previous library experience cataloging specialized
business and/or legal materials; experience with Voyager, the
library's integrated library system; one year of cataloging
experience; experience with OCLC and/or RLIN; demonstrated
interest in the issues and standards related to metadata;
experience with SFX and e-resource management tools; teaching or
training experience or teaching aptitude; and experience with
course management software (e.g., Blackboard, TWEN).
Salary is negotiable and competitive, commensurate with
experience. (2005)
TEACHING
LIBRARIAN: The
Florida Coastal School of Law Library. Summary: The
Teaching Librarian reports to the Head of Public and
Instructional Services. The Teaching Librarian leads the
development and maintenance of the library’s legal research
instruction program and is primarily responsible for its
implementation. The Teaching Librarian is part of the
Reference staff and works with the other reference librarians in
providing service and support to the student body. Duties: Work
with the legal research and writing instructors to develop the
legal research module of that program, work
with faculty in support of scholarly research and class
instruction. This includes developing and providing class
research modules, and creating documentation (handouts,
bibliographies, pathfinders, etc.), develop
and present formal and informal library instruction for full
range of available resources, participate
in rotation at the Library’s Reference
Desk, including some evenings and weekends, assist
patrons in the evaluation and use of print, electronic,
microform, and other resources, participate
in collection development, keep
current on developments in information technology that could be
used to improve library reference and instructional services, perform
other duties as assigned. Qualifications: MLS
and JD, 5 years of experience in formal legal research
instruction, strong service
orientation and ability to work well with others in a team
atmosphere, enthusiasm,
flexibility, and a positive attitude, excellent
oral and written communication skills, detailed
knowledge of print and electronic legal research tools, experience
in the training and instruction of groups is preferred. Salary commensurate with
experience. (2005)
LA COUNTY
LAW LIBRARY DIRECTOR: Los Angeles,
CA.
Summary:
The Los Angeles County Law Library is offering a challenging career
opportunity for an exceptionally well qualified and motivated
individual to
fill the position of Library Director. The Library Director will
report to the
Board of Trustees. This
position faces a number of opportunities and challenges, most
notably
regarding fluctuating revenues, the changing mix of print and
electronic resources, and a shifting patron base that
includes an increasing
number of pro se litigants and members of the public.
The
Library Director is a dynamic and visionary leader who envisages and responds
to the evolving needs of the County Law Library system and who
builds consensus among the legal, library, and business
communities. The Director
is a charismatic leader who manages and inspires staff and
colleagues, successfully adapts to change, and is highly
competent in budgeting, finance, human resources, labor
issues, and state and local politics.
The successful candidate will demonstrate and uphold a strong
commitment to access to justice and to public availability of
quality legal information. Duties: Direct all Library operations. Supervise staff:
Manage workflow, address concerns, counsel, hire/terminate, evaluate,
promote, approve leaves and raises, coordinate
workflow, schedule, and recommend changes. Ensure
departmental compliance with all applicable laws, policies and procedures,
and safety regulations; take initiative to correct any
deviations. Attend
Board meetings and act as Secretary of the Board. Prepare
presentations
to Board and inform Board of Library Operations. Consult with Board members and other officials to review Department
operations and activities. Formulate goals, recommend policies and
resolve problems. Develop
and plan Library programs. Prepare
annual budget. Pending Board's approval, administer budget and adjust
expenditures as necessary. Negotiate
contracts and major expenditures, submitting them to Board
for
approval. Create and implement policies and
procedures to enhance Library services,
subject to Board's approval. Oversee
maintenance of facilities and educate Law Library employees
about
facility maintenance and safety concerns. Negotiate contracts for
maintenance services. Oversee inventory of Library
materials, equipment, and supplies, ensuring
availability of adequate materials for
patrons
and negotiating contracts of items selected for purchase. Respond
diplomatically to complaints regarding Library operations and
initiate
problem resolution. Serve as official Library representative in
communications with all entities: Board members, government
agencies and officials, professional peers
and organizations, patrons and the public, contractors and
suppliers.
Attend regular meetings and serve on committees as needed,
making speeches and presentations.
Advocate legislative changes before State Legislature.
Develop Library collection. Maintain
current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations,
literature, technology, practices and trends in the industry.
Maintain professional affiliations and
participate in continuing education
courses; attend conferences, training sessions, and workshops.
Provide technical expertise and assist staff with problems.
Qualifications: A Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library
Association (ALA) accredited graduate
library school. Seven
years of increasingly responsible experience as a professional
librarian, performing duties in a large law library.
Two years of library management and staff supervisory
responsibilities; or, an equivalent combination of education
or experience. Salary: $99,144.00-$129,360.00. (2005)
LAW
LIBRARIAN: Santa Cruz Law Library, Santa Cruz, CA. Summary:
The
Santa Cruz County Law Library is an autonomous government agency
funded primarily by civil filing fees. Employees are Santa Cruz
County Board of Law Library Trustees (SCCBLLT) employees, not
employees of the County of Santa Cruz.
Salaries and benefits are set and provided for by the
SCCBLLT. The Law Library is located at 701 Ocean Street Room 70,
Santa Cruz, CA. The Law Library is a public law library
providing legal information for the residents of Santa Cruz
County, attorneys, judges and government officials.
The
law librarian reports directly to and serves under the direction
of a seven-member board comprising one county resident, two
judges, and four attorneys. The law librarian is Secretary to
the Board and is responsible for the administration of the law
library. Duties: As Secretary to the board, gives notice,
prepares agenda and minutes, and attends all Board meetings.
Prepares annual budget, reports and financial statements in
consultation with the Board. Provides monthly financial
statements at Board meetings. Recommends needed policies for
Board action. Enforces library policy as adopted by the Board,
and keeps the Board informed of needed changes. Seeks funding to
support library services. Promotes library products and services
to meet the needs of the community. Oversees collection
maintenance, including selection and ordering of all books and
library materials in conformity with board policies. Provides
interlibrary loan services. Keeps informed of developments and
technologies in computer systems and online services, which may
affect the law library. Oversees all technical services
programs. Administers short and long-range planning processes
for the librarys IT networks. Serves as hiring and firing
authority for all employees. Provides for training and
development of staff. Qualifications: M.L.S/M.I.S/M.L.I.S
or equivalent experience. Five years experience as a legal
reference librarian. Five years supervisory or equivalent
experience. Knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
Demonstrated proficiency in electronic databases, specifically
Lexis and Westlaw. Knowledge and experience with Windows
operating systems. Ability
to work effectively with a diverse population. Commitment to
strong public service orientation. Effective oral and written
communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships with county and other government
officials. Ability to speak Spanish. Salary is commensurate with
qualifications and experience. (2004)
Library
Assistant
LAW LIBRARY ASSISTANT: Superior Court of
Arizona,
Mohave
County, Law Library, Kingman, AZ. Duties:
Under general supervision, provides a wide variety of
clerical support and customer service to patrons of the Mohave
County
law library. Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or GED and one year clerical,
office and/or library experience OR any equivalent combination
of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge,
skills and abilities have been achieved. Salary: $11.40 per hour.
(2008)
ADMINISTRATIVE
SPECIALIST 2: Superior
Court of New
Jersey, Ocean Vicinage. Duties:
Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b
(Operations Division Manager), assists customers in the law
library and directs to appropriate resources; coordinates
use/maintenance of vicinage vehicle fleet; duplicates copies of
court proceedings for litigants and judges; coordinates storage
and retrieval of court records; assists in maintaining law
library; coordinates session calendar; generates reports of
statistical nature and coordinates complimentary dispute
resolution program. Does related work as required. Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
bachelor’s degree. One year of experience in the coordination
of calendars and scheduling of events. A minimum of two years
experience in the area of customer services and administration
of policies and procedures. Applicants who do not possess the
required education may substitute paraprofessional and
professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis.
Salary: $36,025.61 - $59,021.95. (2006)
ON-CALL LAW LIBRARIAN ASSISTANT:
Lee
County
Justice Center, AOC Law Library, Ft.
Myers, FL.
Duties: This is a
professional Law Librarian Assistant position responsible for
assisting with the operations of the law library to include
circulation, reference, or serve as a reference, document, or
catalog librarian. Work is performed with considerable
independence under the general direction of the Law Library
Board of Trustees, Law Librarian, and the Chief Deputy Court
Administrator who review work through conferences, personal
observation of performance, inspection of work and feedback from
various departments and the public. The core responsibilities
are: (1) Administration (2) Procedural (3) Train. Qualifications: Knowledge of Westlaw; principles, practices,
procedures and techniques of library science; sources and
procedures used in reference and the legal field. A Bachelor’s
degree in any field from an accredited college or university.
Two years of experience in law library work involving the
application of specialized library science techniques preferred.
Related experience may substitute for the education on a year
for year basis. Salary: $14.42 per hour. (2006)
COURT
SELF HELP CENTER CLERK: Lancaster
County
Law
Library, Lancaster, PA.
Summary:
This is a specialized clerical position overseeing the daily operation of the
Court
Self
Help
Center. Duties: Answer questions and educate potential self -represented
litigants about materials and resources available in the center;
distribute appropriate brochures and information packets;
collect money for sale of packets.
Handle daily correspondence by mail and e-mail; prepare
information and referrals as appropriate.
Provide information about Lawyer Referral Service and other
available legal services, mediation services and appropriate
community resources and services. Document use of Center, including keeping statistics on number of
packets sold and number of referrals made.
Maintain stock of printed materials.
Reconcile cash register after each shift; deposit cash and
checks daily. Lock
office and turn off equipment after each shift.
Perform related duties as required. Qualifications:
Education equivalent to completion of high school; one year
of clerical experience in an administrative, governmental,
judicial or law related setting, OR any combination of
acceptable education and experience which has provided the
knowledge, skills, and abilities cited above. Ability to
communicate effectively with
different types of people. Ability to handle and manage money
accurately. Ability to work independently. Ability to answer
phone, make recommendations, and follow up with information as
necessary. Ability to effectively use a computer. Core
Competencies: Communication:
Personal responsibility to give and receive information and
feedback in order to provide a more complete result. Interpersonal:
The ability to demonstrate respect for and awareness of others,
good judgment in responding to conflict, and flexibility to
adapt to changes in one’s work environment. Accountability:
The ability to contribute one’s very best to the County with a
focus on continuous improvement and excellence. Customer
Focus: The
ability to understand and anticipate customer wants and resolve
customer needs. (2006)
LIBRARY
ASSISTANT:
(General Description) Summary: Under supervision of the
State Law Librarian, performs routine clerical and customer
service duties in support of the Law Library operation. Duties:
Files loose leaf services; inserts supplements, pocket parts
and updates; maintains records CCH, BNA and other supplements.
Performs minor repairs to copying machines; adds paper, toner,
and performs other functions related to copy machine
maintenance; contacts repair service for major repairs. Handles
requests for copies of legal documents and faxes from out of
town patrons and inmates. Checks circulation files against
shelves regularly; retrieves books when needed by patrons and
when overdue; discards old circulation files for items already
returned. Qualifications:
Two years post high school education and one year employment in
a law library or similar setting. (2001)
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