Listed in reverse chronological order:
- 05/09/2025 Research Services Lead, Latham & Watkins, San Francisco, CA
- 05/06/2025 Reference Librarian (Hybrid), Southwestern Law School, Los Angeles, CA
- 05/06/2025 Cataloging and Acquisitions Librarian (Hybrid), Southwestern Law School, Los Angeles, CA
- 05/02/2025 Reference and Outreach Librarian, UC California Berkeley, School of Law, Berkeley, CA
- 04/17/2025 Law Library Administrative Assistant (Part-Time), Marin County Law Library, San Rafael, CA
- 04/15/2025 Director of the Law Library, Contra Costa County Law Library, Martinez, CA
- 04/09/2025 Access Services Librarian, UC Berkeley, School of Law Library, Berkeley, CA
- 04/04/2025 Acquisitions Librarian, Ninth Circuit Library, San Francisco, CA
- 02/25/2025 Research Librarian (Hybrid), Cornerstone Research, San Francisco, CA or Los Angeles, CA
05/09/2025 Research Services Lead, Latham & Watkins, San Francisco, CA
Research Services Lead
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7137 / Research Services Lead
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Research Services / Technology & Information Services
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Reports to Level 5 or higher
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Exempt
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Level 4
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Last Updated:
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4.2.25
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- Conducts complex legal and non-legal research; manages large projects; synthesizes and analyzes results for relevancy and responsiveness to the specific research request
- Monitors business, industry, and legal news sources for developments regarding clients, industries, and practice areas; utilizes aggregator platforms to assemble relevant results for distribution to attorneys and business services staff
- Leads department training and awareness activities
- Shares knowledge and experience with colleagues, facilitates research services staff professional growth, and leads monthly departmental calls
- Promotes effective work practices, works as a team member, and shows respect for co-workers
- Expert legal and non-legal research knowledge and skills
- Ability to lead effective department training for attorneys, departmental colleagues, and other business services staff
- Superior communication skills, ability to work as a team player and manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines
- Typical years of relevant experience: a minimum of five years’ relevant professional experience preferred
- Typical years of cumulative experience: a minimum of seven years
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
- Master’s degree or J.D. preferred
- Push, pull, and carry up to 15 pounds
- Frequently move (e.g., walk) around the office
- Spend extensive time using a computer, including use of a PC keyboard and mouse or similar data input devices
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Travel may be required
All Latham & Watkins positions are in a typical indoor office environment
05/06/2025 Reference Librarian (Hybrid), Southwestern Law School, Los Angeles, CA
Reference Librarian (Hybrid)
Southwestern Law School seeks an enthusiastic, forward-thinking JD to join the team as a Reference Librarian at the Leigh H. Taylor Law Library. This is a unique opportunity for legal professionals ready to pivot into a fulfilling academic role, where legal training and public speaking skills will shine, and continue to make a real impact.
Southwestern’s Reference Librarian is a key part of a dynamic, mission-driven team, supporting the next generation of lawyers while doing meaningful work every day.
This role will have the opportunity to:
- Teach and Inspire – Help shape legal minds by teaching in our 1L legal writing and skills program, advanced legal research courses, and through guest lectures.
- Be a Go-To Expert – Provide high-level research support to students, faculty, alumni, and staff, both in-person and virtually.
- Create Innovative Learning Tools – Design LibGuides, online tutorials, and other resources to enhance research instruction.
- Collaborate Across Campus – Work closely with faculty and campus departments on exciting projects and committees.
- Grow Professionally – Engage with national library and legal research communities while developing your own professional path with our full support.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Confident communicators with strong public speaking skills
- Passionate about teaching and mentoring
- Curious researchers with a knack for problem-solving
- Friendly, approachable, and service-oriented
- Excited by innovation in legal education
- Open to new challenges in a fluid, collaborative environment
- Able to work occasional evening or weekend shifts
- A Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited school (or foreign equivalent) and must obtain an MLS (or its equivalent) from an ALA accredited institution within the next four years.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience working in a law library
- Teaching experience in legal research or writing
- Advanced legal research coursework in law school
- Law Review, Journal, or Faculty RA experience
- Prior state or federal legal practice experience
A Career with Purpose, Growth, and Flexibility
At Southwestern, we believe in nurturing our people. Southwestern’s library leadership is deeply committed to supporting interests, including teaching, technology, access to justice, or anything in between. A Reference Librarian is a valued educator, mentor, and colleague.
Salary: $100,000 to $115,000, depending on experience
To Apply: For full consideration, submit a cover letter, CV, and three professional references to jobs4@swlaw.edu.
About the Leigh H. Taylor Law Library
Southwestern Law School’s Leigh H. Taylor Law Library is housed in the historic Bullocks Wilshire Building. Designed by renowned Los Angeles architects John and Donald Parkinson and conceived by business partners John G. Bullock and P.G. Winnett, the Bullocks Wilshire Building operated as a luxury department store for more than 60 years. In 1994, Southwestern purchased the art deco landmark and set out to convert it into a dynamic academic venue, while retaining its historic character. Through its adaptive reuse, the law school now utilizes the building for cutting-edge scholastic, professional and social resources that represent the heart of the Southwestern community. The school’s beautiful and expansive Leigh H. Taylor Law Library, which occupies about one-third of the building, is the second-largest private academic law library in California.
About Southwestern Law School
Diverse, Engaged, Inspiring. This is Southwestern Law School, which has a history of public service, innovative teachers, brilliant scholars, and trailblazing alumni. The vibrant mid-city campus provides the ideal setting for the study of law, fostering an emphasis on community, diversity, and public service. Founded more than 110 years ago, Southwestern has developed a reputation for graduating lawyers who are well-rounded, entrepreneurial, and prepared to succeed. Southwestern has created a welcoming student-centered oasis within the vibrant city center of Los Angeles and includes one of the city’s most historic architectural landmarks—the iconic Bullocks Wilshire building. This art-deco masterpiece is at the heart of the campus, which sits in the middle of the Los Angeles “public service corridor.” Southwestern is the only law school to offer five J.D. programs that differ in both scheduling and instructional approach. Southwestern is a leader in curricular innovation and expertise, particularly in the areas of entertainment and media law, advocacy, and public interest.
Southwestern Law School prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race (including hairstyle and hair texture), ethnicity, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age (40 and over), disability (mental and physical), medical condition, citizenship status, military status or service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law in matters of admissions, employment, housing, or services, or in the educational programs (including retention of students) or activities Southwestern operates. Please direct all inquiries regarding Southwestern’s nondiscrimination policies to:
General Counsel
3050 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 738–6626
05/06/2025 Cataloging and Acquisitions Librarian (Hybrid), Southwestern Law School, Los Angeles, CA
Cataloging and Acquisitions Librarian (Hybrid)
Southwestern Law School’s Leigh H. Taylor Law Library is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Cataloging and Acquisitions Librarian to join a collaborative library team. This essential role will help manage the full life cycle of both print and electronic resources, ensuring they are discoverable, accurately cataloged, and efficiently acquired. The Cataloging and Acquisitions Librarian will work closely with the Head of Collection Services and the Systems Librarian to support the library’s mission of providing seamless, high-quality access to information. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, service-oriented library team committed to innovation and excellence and work in a historic Art Deco landmark, support a vibrant academic community, and grow professionally in a supportive environment.
Primary Job Responsibilities include:
- Coordinate the acquisition of both print and electronic library materials
- Create order records and ensure timely invoice processing
- Serve as the main point of contact for vendors on renewals and billing
- Maintain up-to-date financial records, including orders, purchase orders, invoices, and budget tracking
- Monitor trends in acquisitions, licensing, and collection development
- Perform original and copy cataloging (MARC) as needed
- Lead metadata/cataloging projects and bibliographic maintenance
- Evaluate and process electronic data for improved resource discoverability
- Collaborate with colleagues to create and enhance bibliographic and item records in the ILS
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- MLS/MLIS (or equivalent) degree from an ALA-accredited program
- One to three years of academic library experience in cataloging, metadata, or acquisitions
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills
- A detail-oriented approach and the ability to juggle multiple tasks efficiently
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of cataloging standards and metadata schemas, including MARC, RDA, AACR2, Dublin Core, MODS, EAD, and BIBFRAME
- Comfortable producing and interpreting data and statistics
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience with both cataloging and acquisitions.
- Experience using MarcEdit
- Basic understanding of licensing and copyright issues
- Experience cataloging special collections materials
- Knowledge of data management and data curation best practices
Salary: $80,000/yr.
To Apply: For full consideration, submit a cover letter, CV, and three professional references to jobs2@swlaw.edu.
About the Leigh H. Taylor Law Library
Southwestern Law School’s Leigh H. Taylor Law Library is housed in the historic Bullocks Wilshire Building. Designed by renowned Los Angeles architects John and Donald Parkinson and conceived by business partners John G. Bullock and P.G. Winnett, the Bullocks Wilshire Building operated as a luxury department store for more than 60 years. In 1994, Southwestern purchased the art deco landmark and set out to convert it into a dynamic academic venue, while retaining its historic character. Through its adaptive reuse, the law school now utilizes the building for cutting-edge scholastic, professional and social resources that represent the heart of the Southwestern community. The school’s beautiful and expansive Leigh H. Taylor Law Library, which occupies about one-third of the building, is the second-largest private academic law library in California.
About Southwestern Law School
Diverse, Engaged, Inspiring. This is Southwestern Law School, which has a history of public service, innovative teachers, brilliant scholars, and trailblazing alumni. The vibrant mid-city campus provides the ideal setting for the study of law, fostering an emphasis on community, diversity, and public service. Founded more than 110 years ago, Southwestern has developed a reputation for graduating lawyers who are well-rounded, entrepreneurial, and prepared to succeed. Southwestern has created a welcoming student-centered oasis within the vibrant city center of Los Angeles and includes one of the city’s most historic architectural landmarks—the iconic Bullocks Wilshire building. This art-deco masterpiece is at the heart of the campus, which sits in the middle of the Los Angeles “public service corridor.” Southwestern is the only law school to offer five J.D. programs that differ in both scheduling and instructional approach. Southwestern is a leader in curricular innovation and expertise, particularly in the areas of entertainment and media law, advocacy, and public interest.
Southwestern Law School prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race (including hairstyle and hair texture), ethnicity, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age (40 and over), disability (mental and physical), medical condition, citizenship status, military status or service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law in matters of admissions, employment, housing, or services, or in the educational programs (including retention of students) or activities Southwestern operates. Please direct all inquiries regarding Southwestern’s nondiscrimination policies to:
General Counsel
3050 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 738–6626
05/02/2025 Reference and Outreach Librarian, UC California Berkeley, School of Law, Berkeley, CA
We are excited to announce that the Berkeley Law Library has an opening for a Reference and Outreach Librarian to join our team! Apply by the first review date of May 10 for full consideration. We welcome a range of backgrounds – we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification.
Details and link to the full posting:
The University of California, Berkeley, School of Law (Berkeley Law) is one of the nation’s premier law schools, located at one of the world’s great universities. The Law Library holds one of the largest law collections in the world. It houses an extensive collection of Anglo-American, international, foreign, and comparative law. The Law Library serves a faculty of more than 100, including tenured and tenure track, clinical, adjunct, and visiting professors and lecturers; more than 1000 J.D. students; 250 LL.M. students; 150 Professional Track LL.M. students in the summer; graduate students from the School of Jurisprudence and Social Policy; more than 100 visiting scholars each year; as well as researchers from other scholarly and legal communities. These include members of the University of California community, private attorneys, and members of the general public. Berkeley Law is the home of the prestigious Robbins Collection, which specializes in religious and civil law, and includes rare books and manuscripts. The Law School has a wide variety of research centers, clinics, and student-initiated projects.
The UC Berkeley School of Law Library seeks a Reference & Outreach Librarian (R&O Librarian). Working under the supervision of the Law Library’s Director of Research & Reference Services, R&O Librarian serves as a key member of the Reference team, providing a high level of research and library support to the law school and university community. The position will also plan, develop, coordinate, and direct library outreach activities to Berkeley Law School students, faculty, and staff. These activities include new and recurring programs, events, and publications aimed at apprising Law Library users of the library’s collection and services, electronic/digital research resources, reference assistance and research instruction. As an R&O Librarian, you assist in providing one-on-one instruction during research consultations as well as supporting classroom instruction by delivering ad hoc instruction for our clinics, law reviews, Student-Initiated Legal Services Projects and other student groups.
Full posting and application link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04899
04/17/2025 Law Library Administrative Assistant (Part-Time), Marin County Law Library, San Rafael, CA
Position Title: Law Library Administrative Assistant (part-time 10 hours/week), Marin County Law Library
Duties: Works under the supervision of the Law Library Director. Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Provide information and assistance to library patrons, including reference service, in person or by phone.
- Instruct/Assist library patrons in the use of computers, print, photocopy, fax and online services.
- Coordinate technical services and troubleshoot technical issues including but not limited to Wi-Fi, photocopier machines, printers, etc.
- Prepare correspondence, organize and maintain files and calendar for law library services and programs using Word, Excel and Outlook; track usage of various services using Excel; prepare reports.
- Assist Director with preparation of agenda packets for monthly board meetings, copy and post same as required by Brown Act, and maintain board files.
- File updates for slip opinions, advance sheets, pocket parts and loose-leaf publications.
- Inventory, maintain and order supplies.
- Recommend to the Law Library Director proposals for modifying, improving and expanding services and materials.
- Establish and maintain good relationships with library patrons, court staff, government agencies and departments, the bar, the bench and other libraries.
- Other projects and duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any Combination of the following:
- Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college.
- Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program.
- Public library (general or special) or government service work experience.
- Business experience.
- A minimum of one year of experience in a position involving service to the public is required.
Knowledge of:
- Basic legal terminology and legal literacy.
- Basic knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, office timekeeping and other administrative duties as needed.
- Theory and practice of public service and library service; uses effective problem-solving skills when necessary.
- Structure and functions of state and federal courts.
- Computer applications e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, as well as working with legal databases, internet searching and library catalog searching.
- Research tools such as Westlaw and Google Scholar.
Other:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and grammar proficiency.
- Ability to work independently as well as within a group, including being part of a team, is critical.
- Proficiency using social media platforms.
- Must be capable of balancing duties and responsibilities and multitasking.
- Ability to deliver excellent customer service under pressure is required.
- Able to lift boxes (20-40 pounds).
- Must be flexible about work schedule.
- Spanish language fluency desirable.
Salary Range:
$20.00-$22.00 per hour.
TO APPLY: Please email your cover letter and resume at lawlibmc@sonic.net.
No telephone calls please — principals only. Position will remain open until filled.
04/15/2025 Director of the Law Library, Contra Costa County Law Library, Martinez, CA
The Contra Costa County Public Law Library Director
The Contra Costa County Public Law Library was established in 1893, to provide all members of the community with access to research materials “to aid in understanding and preserving legal rights.” It has an up-to-date balanced collection of over 35,000 volumes and non-print materials. In 2024, the Law Library moved to its new home on the second floor of the brand new, beautiful state-of-the-art Contra Costa County Administration Building, opening onto civic plaza in downtown Martinez, California on 1025 Escobar Street.
Director’s Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assesses and provides vision for the Law Library’s collections and access points, including policy development and implementation.
- Prepares, implements, and manages an annual budget for the Law Library, with the approval of the Board of Trustees, considering both current and future resource and access needs.
- Analyzes technology needs, budgets, and resource needs.
- Provides recommendations to the Board of Trustees on fiscal, technical, staff employment, and other matters concerning the Law Library
- Prepares reports for Board of Trustees and participates in monthly Board of Trustees meetings.
- Assists in the preparation and finalization of surveys, questionnaires, and other reports.
- Oversees hiring, training, supervising, and development of Law Library staff.
- Manages the day-to-day financial operations (accounts payable, payroll entry, deposits, reconciling bank statements).
- Oversees, coordinates, and maintains relationships with vendors, patrons, and outside agencies and organizations.
- Works with outside technology consultants and vendors to maintain hardware, licensing, and network capabilities for the Law Library.
- Oversees the Law Library’s collection.
- Negotiates contracts for all products and services, including assessing technological needs, research options, and purchase solutions for the Law Library.
- Must have a commitment to access to justice for all.
- Provides reference support, including instruction in the use of the Law Library resources and policies, to lawyers and all members of the public.
- Oversees content for the Law Library’s website, and social media sites.
- A degree in library or information science, such as an M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited library school, or Juris Doctorate (JD) degree, and 2 years’ experience in a public library, law library or similar agency.
- Supervision experience.
- Ability to assume a leadership role and to work effectively with a Board of Trustees, library staff, and a diverse public.
- Legal literacy and understanding of legal concepts.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
04/09/2025 Access Services Librarian, UC Berkeley, School of Law Library, Berkeley, CA
Access Services Librarian
University of California, Berkeley, School of Law Library
POSITION OVERVIEW
Position (Working) title: Access Services Librarian
Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and salary point at appointment. See the following table for the current salary scale for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/nov-2024-rep-librarian-scal es/t26-b.pdf.
The current salary range for this position is $$77,631 – $159,380. This position is potential career status.
Percent time: 100%
Anticipated start: May 1, 2025 or later
Position duration: This is a full-time potential career appointment.
The University of California, Berkeley, School of Law (Berkeley Law) is one of the nation’s premier law schools, located at one of the world’s great universities. The Law Library holds one of the largest law collections in the world. It houses an extensive collection of Anglo-American, international, foreign, and comparative law. The Law Library serves a faculty of more than 100, including tenured and tenure track, clinical, adjunct, and visiting professors and lecturers; more than 1000 J.D. students; 250 LL.M. students; 150 Professional Track LL.M. students in the summer; graduate students from the School of Jurisprudence and Social Policy; more than 100 visiting scholars each year; as well as researchers from other scholarly and legal communities. These include members of the University of California community, private attorneys, and members of the general public. Berkeley Law is the home of the prestigious Robbins Collection, which specializes in religious and civil law, and includes rare books and manuscripts. The Law School has a wide variety of research centers, clinics, and student-initiated projects.
Position Overview
The UC Berkeley School of Law Library seeks an Access Services Supervisor to play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless and efficient access to library resources, supporting the academic and research needs of students, faculty, and the wider campus scholarly community. The position oversees all aspects of the Law Library’s Access Services department, including circulation, interlibrary loan, reserves, stacks maintenance, and employment of students and staff to support the department. This role reports to the Law Library’s Associate Director for Public Services and works collaboratively across the library and broader campus to deliver exceptional user experiences.
Labor Contract:
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/resources/employment-policies-contracts/bargaining-unit s/professional-librarians/
Responsibilities
Leadership and Operations Management
- Oversee daily operations of Access Services, including circulation, reserves, resource sharing, and document delivery.
- Oversee stacks maintenance, ensuring proper shelving, shelf-reading, shifting, and collection organization.
- Develop, implement, evaluate, maintain, and document departmental policies and procedures to optimize service efficiency and user satisfaction.
- Coordinate with others to develop and implement library access policies, and serve as the primary liaison with other departments on issues related to access and circulation..
- Collaborate with library staff to analyze space usage and collection growth, recommending strategies for space planning.
- Collaborate with library staff, campus partners, and consortial groups to streamline operations and align services with institutional goals.
- Collaborate with Law School Building Services department to ensure library security and maintain the library’s physical facilities.
Supervision and Staff Development
- Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate a team of professional staff, student workers, and part-time employees.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that supports ongoing learning and development.
- Develop and deliver training programs for staff on access services policies, emerging technologies, and best practices.
- Delegate responsibilities effectively and ensure equitable workload distribution.
- Ensure access service points are staffed at all times during the library’s open hours
Technology and Data Management
- Collaborate with Law Library IT to maintain and troubleshoot library systems related to circulation, resource sharing, and reserves.
- Monitor and evaluate new technologies, recommending and implementing updates to improve user access and operational efficiency.
- Collect, analyze, and report data on library usage, circulation trends, and service performance.
- Contribute to policy development and service enhancements.
- Ensure data integrity in patron accounts and manage system configurations for library services platforms.
- Maintain and update access-related information on the Law Library website and communicate with campus libraries.
User Services and Outreach
- Serve as a resource for library users, addressing complex inquiries and resolving service-related issues professionally and diplomatically.
- As needed, work at a library service point, such as the public services desk.
- Lead library orientations and tours for students, faculty, and staff, as needed.
- Develop and maintain FAQs and other user-focused resources.
- Collaborate with faculty and administrative departments to ensure alignment of services with academic and institutional priorities.
- Manage library wayfinding and signage.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Assess and enhance access policies and services to support diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Promote an inclusive environment that meets the needs of diverse user groups.
Professional Development and Service
- Participate in library-wide strategic planning and initiatives.
- Serve on campus committees and in professional organizations.
- Stay abreast of trends and innovations in academic and legal librarianship, sharing insights with colleagues.
- Engage in research and professional activities that contribute to the library, the field of law librarianship, and the library and information management profession in general.
Qualifications Required:
- An advanced degree
Preferred:
- Degree in library science, law, government, or related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in access services or a related area within.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience, including hiring, training, and evaluating staff.
- Proficiency with integrated library systems (e.g., TIND, Alma, Sierra) and advanced knowledge of circulation modules.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with a commitment to user-focused services.
- Experience developing policies, procedures, and workflows for library operations.
- Experience implementing technologies to enhance library services.
- Knowledge of copyright and course reserves management.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in a library setting.
- Familiarity with data analysis tools and methodologies.
- Creative thinker with experience in creating library events and promotional materials.
- Demonstrated customer services skills including adaptability, active listening, conflict resolution, effective communication, patience.
Working Conditions
- This is a full-time, on-site position with occasional evening or weekend hours to support library operations.
- Where feasible, this position may be able to work four days onsite and one day remotely.
- The role may involve lifting, shelving, and moving library materials.
- Work is performed with regular interruptions and shifting priorities.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Additional materials may be requested of applicants.
- Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter – Detailing a statement of qualifications
Reference requirements
- 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04801
Help contact: academicpositions@law.berkeley.edu
Campus Information
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).
The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct
In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Job Location
Berkeley, CA
04/04/2025 Acquisitions Librarian, Ninth Circuit Library, San Francisco, CA
Acquisitions Librarian
$88,626 – $144,031 (CL 28) with promotion potential to CL-29
San Francisco, CA
Position Overview
The Ninth Circuit Library system serves all the federal courts within the jurisdiction of the Ninth Circuit, including more than 400 judges in the Circuit, district, and bankruptcy courts. The Library system includes a headquarters library in San Francisco and approximately 20 staffed branch locations.
This position is based at the Ninth Circuit Headquarters Library at the James R. Browning U.S. Courthouse in San Francisco, CA. The position serves as the head of acquisitions for the Ninth Circuit Library system, providing specialized support for library systems, acquisitions, and planning and budget. The acquisitions unit supports the procurement of research materials for the Headquarters Library, the branch libraries, a number of shared library collections within the jurisdiction of the Ninth Circuit, and all federal judges and court units located throughout the Circuit.
Representative Duties
- Serves as the head of the acquisitions unit, including managing acquisitions staff
- Manages orders, subscriptions, and cancellations of print and electronic resources, consistent with procurement guidelines, policies, and internal controls
- Assists in the negotiation and management of contracts and coordinates with vendors
- Troubleshoots and resolves system-wide acquisitions issues
- Maintains procurement files needed to comply with federal statutes and regulations
- Maintains Contracting Officer certification
- Track expenditures and forecasts legal research resource spending, including modeling various scenarios
- Runs spending reports as requested by the Circuit Librarian, the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, and other stakeholders
- Maintains and updates acquisitions policies and procedures
- Participates in Circuit Library and/or National Court Library committees and working groups
- Participates in internal and external audits
- Works closely with the ILS administrator to ensure the integrity of the system’s data and acquisitions functionality
- Occasional travel to other locations, meetings, and conferences
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Required Qualifications
- L.S. degree (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited library school
- Two (2) years library technical services experience, one (1) year of which is law library technical services experience
- Familiarity with legal resource vendors
- Aptitude for performing functions requiring a high degree of accuracy and careful attention to detail
- Experience working with people at all levels; effective oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, prioritization, and self-motivation skills
- Proficiency with Windows-based applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams and with Adobe Acrobat
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years law library acquisitions experience
- Experience with SirsiDynix Symphony ILS
- Government procurement experience, preferably with the federal government
- Budgeting experience
- Supervisory experience
- Experience in the development of SharePoint or other web-based information delivery systems.
Total Rewards
- Salary: depending on qualifications and experience
- Time off: 13 days of paid vacation for the first three years, increasing with tenure thereafter, 13 sick days accrued per year, 11 paid holidays
- Benefits:
- Federal pension plan and optional employer-matching Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K)
- Choice of a variety of employer-subsidized federal health and life insurance plans. Optional dental, vision, and long-term care coverage
- Flexible spending account to pay out-of-pocket health and dependent care expenses with tax-free dollars
- Other Perks: Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, public transit subsidy, alternate work schedules, and reasonable work hours
How to Apply and Required Documents
Please submit a single PDF file through the Court’s Career Portal that includes:
(1) cover letter,
(2) resume, and
(3) at least three references
Only complete applications will be considered.
Next Steps
- Priority given to applications received by April 28, 2025
- Position open until filled
Conditions of Employment
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident in the process of applying for citizenship. Successful applicants are provisionally hired pending results of background investigation and fingerprinting. Positions with the U.S. Courts are at-will, excepted service appointments, and may be terminated with or without cause by the Court. Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Direct deposit of pay required.
The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, or to withdraw the announcement, for any reason including, but not limited to, budgetary issues. Said modifications may occur without prior written or other notice.
Equity Focused Employer
We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. The 9th Circuit encourages applications from all qualified individuals and seeks a diverse pool of applicants in terms of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, disability, religion, and socio-economic circumstance.
02/25/2025 Research Librarian (Hybrid), Cornerstone Research, San Francisco, CA or Los Angeles, CA
RESEARCH LIBRARIAN (HYBRID – Los Angeles or San Francisco)
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If you are Research Librarian with corporate or professional services experience and you are looking for an opportunity to display your high-quality business and legal research services, then we would like to meet with you!
The Research Librarian can be based in either our Los Angeles or San Francisco offices and will have primary responsibility for providing research and reference services involving business, legal, and specialized information resources to consulting and administrative staff for billable casework. The Research Librarian will also perform other research-related work for the firm such as assisting with business development research such as attorney tracking, case tracking, and case document research.
At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1000-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.
You’ll Love It Here If You
- Embrace learning and continuous improvement
- Set and strive for a high bar of excellence
- Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!
- Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer
- Are passionate about what you do
How You’ll Help Our Team Succeed
- Conduct complex domestic and international business and legal research utilizing databases plus research tools and directs consultants to appropriate sources.
- Evaluate diverse sources of information for currency, reliability, relevance, and cost-effectiveness, choosing the best sources for answering research requests.
- Interface with experts, law firms, agencies, libraries, and organizations, representing the firm in a professional and exemplary manner.
- Compile and organize information obtained in research projects into a coherent, focused collection of information; log new information about resources in both public and department databases for future use.
- Maintain awareness of current developments on legal news and information services, specifically with developments regarding new specialized databases relevant to the firm’s practice areas.
- Recognize new information resources, both in print and electronic form, and makes recommendations for new acquisitions to the Associate Director of Information Resources and Senior Director of Information Resources.
What You’ll Need to Be Successful
- 3+ years of experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility from a similar role; professional services experience preferred.
- Familiarity with financial and economic databases such as CapIQ, Eikon, and Bloomberg, and legal databases such as Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, Lexis and Lex Machina.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
- Intermediate knowledge of business and legal databases.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, work independently and exhibit initiative to solve problems.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions.
- Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or combination of similar specialty and significant research experience is required.
Cornerstone Research is offering a competitive market base salary for this position. A job offer and its corresponding salary will depend on one’s geographic location, and how closely a candidate’s skills, experience and education match the requirements for the role. At Cornerstone Research, we believe compensation is more than just a base salary. We offer a competitive total compensation package that includes an annual performance bonus and comprehensive benefits including a variety of healthcare plans, paid time off, transit subsidy, wellness benefits and retirement plan contributions.
Los Angeles: $86,700 – $101,200
San Francisco: $94,300 – $110,100
We’re looking for passionate individuals who share our firm’s core values and can bring varied perspectives and experiences to our team. We believe in cultivating a diverse, supportive, and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, can thrive, and does their best work. We encourage you to apply if you meet our minimum qualifications and are excited about this position. We welcome your application even if you don’t meet every preferred qualification. Your skills and experience are valuable, and we look forward to learning more about you!
Who We Are
Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.
We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.
The firm’s uniquely collegial, supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting, enriching aspects of a Cornerstone Research career. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is embedded in our core values; they inform who we are and how we work, and you can learn more about them here. We champion a culture of acceptance and belonging, where every individual in every role is valued and empowered to contribute authentically and fully. Learn about our firm’s commitment to DEI here.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.