Collection Services and Research Librarian job at University of Colorado Boulder in Boulder, CO

Title: Collection Services and Research Librarian Location: Boulder United States Job Type: Hybrid Time Type: Full Time Job Description: Close All Job Summary The University of Colorado Law School's William A. Wise Law Library seeks a Collection Services and Research Librarian. The Collection Services and Research Librarian's primary responsibilities include coordinating the Law Library's collection development functions, teaching in the J.D. curriculum, and providing research assistance as a member of the Reference Team. The Collection Services and Research Librarian is a 12-month faculty position at the Teaching Faculty (non-tenure track) level, reporting directly to the Associate Director of Resource Access and Discovery. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Who We Are We are an engaged and inclusive community of students, faculty, staff, and alumni who help one another succeed. Our faculty is highly regarded for its scholarship, its engagement in policy work, and its contributions to the wider community. Our selective admissions process keeps our student body small, enabling our faculty, staff, alumni, and community to invest deeply in each student's success, while preserving resources for innovative faculty research. We take our responsibility to educate and train future lawyers seriously. Our curriculum, research centers, and experiential learning opportunities are designed to prepare students for success in today's changing legal environment. What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be Oversee all aspects of collection development, including strategic planning and budget analysis, to ensure resources and formats align with the diverse research needs of the CU Law Community. Teach at least one course per year in the J.D. curriculum. Provide specialized research assistance and instruction to law faculty, law students, law staff, and the general public on reference and in the classroom. Serve on Law Library, College, and University committees as appointed. Participate in professional development and relevant professional library organizations. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. What You Should Know Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position. What We Can Offer Salary Range: $90,000-110,000 annually. Onboarding assistance is available within School of Law guidelines. A hybrid schedule (2-3 days remote) may be allowed, depending on departmental needs. Benefits At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program. Be Statements Be authentic. Be impactful. Be Boulder. What We Require Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school. Master's degree in library science or information science from an ALA-accredited school. Two years of law library experience. What You Will Need The following skills are critical to success in this position: A strong commitment to innovation, comfort with technology, and proficiency in various library-related technologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to exercise independent judgment and to work independently. A positive attitude and proactive approach to annual tasks. The ability to work as a team member. The ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships both inside and outside the law library. Flexibility, resilience, and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Excellent communication skills. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with integrated library system platforms. Knowledge of acquisitions and collection management principles and practices, current collection development issues, and trends at academic law libraries. What We Would Like You to Have Teaching experience. Experience with or interest in foreign, comparative, and international law research. Experience with or interest in American Indian and Indigenous Law. Special Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials as separate files: Current resume/CV. Cover letter addressed to the Search Committee, briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position. Contact information for three professional references, including name, title, professional relationship, and email address. If you are selected as a finalist for this role, the search committee will request one letter of recommendation. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job