The UMass Law Library is currently accepting applications for an Assistant/Associate Librarian in Public Services.  

For more information or to apply, please visit http://careers.umassd.edu/dartmouth/en-us/job/516711/assistantassociate-librarian-law-school.

Fund your educational programming through an AALL/Bloomberg Law Continuing Education Grant.

Are you thinking about putting together a meeting or a local or regional conference? Do you need additional funding to bring in speakers or record the event? On behalf of the AALL/Bloomberg Law Continuing Education Grant Jury, I encourage you to apply for an AALL/Bloomberg Law Continuing Education Grant to receive funding to support educational programming that could benefit the entire AALL community.

Funding is available to cover expenses directly affecting the program, such as room rental, speaker fees, travel fees, and recording/broadcasting of the program. Funding cannot be used for food, advertising, or vendor-specific programming. This grant is a reimbursement grant meaning that expenses are reimbursed after the program based on submitted paid receipts. For detailed information, see the grant program FAQs.

Recently awarded grants include:

·  Pay Equity for Law Librarians: "In Their Own Words" (BLL SIS)

·  Critical Law Librarianship (LLNE-SNELLA Spring Meeting)

·  Get Refusal & Domestic Violence in the Jewish Community (on behalf of CARLIG)

·  2022 Diversity Summit (on behalf of PLLIP & BLL-SIS)

·  NOCALL Spring Institute 

The next deadline for grant applications is October 31, 2022.

Contact Mary Jenkins at jenkinsmarye@gmail.com if you have questions or want more information about the grant process or the jury that administers the grant.

Do you seek a dynamic and evolving work experience that’s never boring? Do you like to collaborate with researchers and technicians on a variety of projects and technologies? The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit is seeking a bright, innovative information professional who thinks outside the box to join the research team as the Branch Librarian in New Haven, CT. Candidates who enjoy working on diverse and challenging research questions and come to the table with ideas for building on existing training programs and implementing new programs are encouraged to apply.

For more information about the position and for details on how to apply see:

https://www.ca2.uscourts.gov/docs/Jobs/FY22-18.pdf

The University of Connecticut School of Law Library, seeks forward-thinking and innovative applicants for the position of Core Systems Librarian (University Librarian I or II.) The ideal candidate is responsible for proactively assessing, developing, and implementing technologies that support the Law Library’s strategic directions and services.  The Core Systems Librarian will ensure optimized, continuous discovery and access to the library's databases, books, journals, and other resources through effective management and troubleshooting of all related systems.  The Core Services Librarian will collaborate with partners in the Law Library, University, and other campus units to ensure that the Law Library’s website, digital infrastructure, and systems are aligned with the University’s technology strategies; meets accepted and emerging security and access protocols; and is responsive to the needs of students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.  The Core Systems Librarian will undertake their efforts with attention to how social and structural biases and inequalities are manifest in information resources, access to information, and the management of information.

To apply, please visit https://jobs.uconn.edu Staff Openings, search #496604, or visit this link for the full job description. Applications are due November 4, 2022.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

Quinnipiac University's School of Law invites applications for Director, Lynne L. Pantalena Law Library with a target starting date of June 1, 2022 or sooner, if available.

To Apply: https://career.qu.edu/cw/en-us/job/494216/director-lynne-l-pantalena-law-library

The Law Library at Quinnipiac plays a critical role in the scholarly lives of our faculty and students, as it builds community and provides an intellectual crossroad. The next Director of the Law Library will help us to innovate in research and practice pedagogy, introducing our students to foundational legal research skills as well as cutting edge technological platforms necessary in the effective practice of law. The Director will also collaborate with faculty and librarians across the university, supporting Quinnipiac’s pursuit of interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration and research.

The Library Director holds a faculty appointment and reports to the Dean of the Law School. The Director of the Library has faculty status and is appointed on a continuing appointment track with rank commensurate with experience and qualifications. This may include, but does not require, appointment to the tenure-track faculty, depending on the interests and experience of the successful candidate.

At Quinnipiac Law, we seek to “educate the whole lawyer to understand and serve the whole client.” We welcome applicants who are interested in building on our strong foundation of holistic legal education and helping to lead forward-thinking initiatives that align with the four pillars of our university’s strategic plan: preparing our students for 21st century careers and citizenship; inclusive excellence; fostering community internally, locally, and globally; and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities:	Oversees a dedicated staff of professional librarians, administrators, and support staff Responsible for all areas of library operations, including budgeting, staffing and personnel management, strategic planning, faculty and student support services, collection development and priorities, law library facility management Monitoring compliance with accreditation standards Managing and anticipating current and future technological needs and services
Education Requirements:	A Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school A Master’s degree in Library Science or Information Science from an ALA accredited school, or its equivalent
Qualifications:	5-7 years of experience in law library administration sufficient to support the law school’s program of legal education An appreciation for the changing roles of libraries in the information community and the creativity to adapt the library to new needs of students, faculty, legal professionals, and other constituents A record of strong interpersonal, management, and budgeting skills Extensive knowledge of library databases, legal information vendors, integrated library systems, as well as other relevant information technologies and services Administrative, financial, and organizational skills Proven leadership An outstanding knowledge of the research, teaching, and educational needs of the faculty and student body Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion
To Apply:	Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form. Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Please note that the university has a COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For more information, please visit www.qu.edu/health-wellness-and-safety/covid-19-resources/ Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The University of Connecticut School of Law Library is proud to host the LLNE & SNELLA Fall 2020 Virtual Conference As law libraries continue to develop programs and initiatives relating to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the conference will focus on manifestations of bias within law libraries and the role of libraries in dismantling that bias. Sessions will increase participants' knowledge of bias, deepen their understanding of different forms of bias, and identify biases within law libraries and collections. Being an election year as well as the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, the conference will also examine biases and barriers to voting, as well as libraries' role in overcoming those barriers. Register The event will be held virtually via Webex. Details on the link to access the event will be sent to registrants the week of the event, and can also be viewed on the Conference's EventBrite page. Participants of the virtual conference will come away with an increased ability to: Address their own personal biases Recognize biases within their communities, law libraries, and collections Identify potential ways in which libraries can eliminate voter suppression Discuss potential solutions on how law libraries can continue these conversations at their own institutions Learn More

The University of Connecticut School of Law Library is proud to host the LLNE & SNELLA Fall 2020 Virtual Conference on Friday, October 16^th from 10 AM – 3 PM.

The conference focuses on the concept of Dismantling Bias in many aspects of our lives and profession. 

Participants of the virtual conference will come away with an increased ability to:

More information on session topics, speakers, and registration will be coming in the next few weeks. We look forward to seeing you all there!

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