Access Services Librarian, Stanford Law School

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

Advanced Degree in Library Science or a relevant academic discipline with demonstrated understanding of academic libraries and two or more years of relevant experiences in a relevant library setting or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Skills:

• Knowledge of relevant aspects of library operations including understanding of contemporary library practices, trends and emerging technologies.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of people.
• Effective problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated broad knowledge of library discovery environments, office automation software, and online resources.
• Ability to quickly learn and use print and online tools and resources and in the area of specialization.
• Evidence of strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Substantial knowledge of the academic resource sharing ecosystem, including current trends and issues.
• Demonstrated experience using a wide variety of library systems platforms, applications, and current library-related hardware and software.        

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years relevant experience in an academic or research library.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of networking, including cloud-based server technology.
• Two years experience in training staff and creating training documentation.
• Broad understanding of user experience techniques.
• Supervision experience.

Certifications and Licenses:

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*

• Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).
• Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.
• Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.

This is a 3-year fixed-term position with the expectation that, by year 3, we will assess the role for continuing status.  

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold.
• May work extended hours, evenings and weekends.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

How to Apply

The deadline to apply is January 13, 2023. To apply, please:

Submit your resume, cover letter explaining your interest in and relevant experience for the position, and at least two references with contact information online via the Stanford Careers website.

Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.