Reference Librarian, Kahn School of Law - High Point University
High Point, NC
About the Job
Qualifications:
EducationRequired:
Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved law school
Master of Library Science (or itsequivalent) from an ALA-accredited program
Experience and Training:
Prior experienceproviding referenceservicesin a law libraryis preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
Willingness to contribute actively to the mission, vision, goals, andobjectivesof the School of Law and University
Outstanding interpersonal and listening skills sufficient to work effectively with School of Law faculty, staff, students, and prospective students
Excellent oral and written communication skills that enable candidatesto communicate withfriendliness, enthusiasm, patience, and respect
Ability to conduct research using materials in all formats
Ability to deliver exceptional patron service independentlyandcollaboratively
Essential Functions:
- Underthesupervisionof theLaw Librarian,providereferenceassistanceto law school faculty, students, the High Point University community, and thepublicas necessary.
Co-teach legal research classesas part ofthe first-yearLegal Research & Writing curriculum.
Participate in the assessment of student satisfaction with library services and resources.
Providelibrary tours for visitorsand forprospective and admitted students.
Participateinlibrary orientations for new students and professors.
Participateinroutinemeetingsas necessary.
Participate actively in professional associationsrelating to law libraries.
Engage in other administrative duties essential to the mission of the Kenneth F. Kahn School of Law and the law library.
Accountability:
- Reports totheLaw Librarian.
Application Instructions
Applicants mustsubmitthe following:(1) a cover letter expressing their interest in the position; and (2) their resume with a complete professional and academic history.
Applications will be reviewed on arollingbasis, so interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.For more informationregardingthe position, please contactApril Hisey,Director of Administration for the Kenneth F. Kahn School of Law, atahisey@highpoint.edu.
Additional Information on High Point University
At High Point University, the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. High Point University is a God, family, and country institution; and these values are infused throughout its educational model and environment.
High Point Universityis located inthe Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina.Together, the cities of High Point, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem form the Piedmont Triad, a metropolitan area with apopulation of 1.9 million. The Piedmont Triad is a dynamic market that is poised for tremendous growth. Contributing factors are its temperate climate, centralized location affording quick access to major metros,relatively lowpopulation density, high quality of life, high education index, and the development of markets toleverageits manufacturing experience.
U.S. News & World Report has ranked High Point University the No. 1 Best Regional College in the South for 12consecutive years and the No. 1 Most Innovative Regional College in the South fornineconsecutive years. The Princeton Review named HPU in the 2023 edition of “The Best 388 Colleges” and on the Best Southeastern Colleges “2023 Best Colleges: Region by Region” list. HPU was also recognized among the Top 20 in the nation for Best-Run Colleges, Best Career Services, Most Beautiful Campus, Most Active Student Government Association, Best College Dorms, and Best Campus Food, as well as a Great School for Business/Finance Majors and a Great School for Communication Majors. For 12 years in a row, HPU has been named a College of Distinction with special recognition for career development, business, and education programs. The university has 66 undergraduate majors, 68 undergraduate minors and 17 graduate degree programs. It is a member of the NCAA,DivisionIand the Big South Conference.
High Point University does not sponsor H1-B Visas. High Point University prohibits discriminationon the basis ofrace, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses. High Point University School of Law necessarily adheres to the theme of the University to which it is a constituent part to the extent these policies are protected by the United States Constitution.
