"Law Librarian for Collection Management"

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Hiring Department

The University of Missouri School of Law Library, Columbia, MO

Job Description

The University of Missouri School of Law Library seeks a Collection Management Librarian who will provide excellent library services to the Law School community. This position provides leadership to a team of staff responsible for all aspects of collection management: bibliographic access and control, collection development, acquisitions, serials, and digital resources. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, collegial, flexible and adaptable to change, a strong problem-solver, a team-builder, and an excellent communicator.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the Law Library’s acquisition functions, procedures and related staff, including serials and government documents.
• Manage all aspects of providing intellectual access to materials owned or accessed by the Law Library.
• Provide expertise and leadership in the development, implementation, maintenance, and review of collection development policies and practices.
• Coordinate and manage the development of the Law Library’s digital resources with the assistance of the Bibliographic Specialist and Acquisition Assistant.
• Senior Management Team Member providing leadership in strategic planning and positioning the library for long-term growth and success through visioning, planning, and project management.
• Cultivate strong working relationships with Law School students, faculty, and staff, University of Missouri library staff and faculty, and the wider law library professional community.
• Serve on two or more Law Library, Law School, and other committees as appointed.
• Participate in professional organizations in support of law librarianship as a profession.

Qualifications

Minimum: Master’s degree from an A.L.A. accredited school of information or library science by time of appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on: Two-four years of experience in a library technical services department or related experience. J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Previous relevant experience in a law library.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Depending on experience and qualifications, the person selected will be hired in the rank of Librarian I-III. At the University of Missouri, law librarians are NTT faculty with security of position. Support is provided by the Law Library for professional development.

Application Materials

Please upload cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for at least three references through the brief online application.

Application Deadline

Application review begins immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The position is available October 20, 2025. Start date negotiable.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.