Law Librarian - Library Team - City Attorney's Office (8151)

Law Librarian - Library Team - City Attorney's Office (8151) Appointment Type: Permanent Exempt (PEX) position; individuals who are appointed to Exempt Positions are appointed at the pleasure of their appointing officer and are considered to be “at-will.” Application Opening: October 29, 2025 We recognize that diversity in the backgrounds, identities, and experiences of our employees enriches our workplace and enhances our work. We aspire to recruit, employ, retain, and promote talented individuals representing the full spectrum of our community, and welcome all candidates, including candidates of any race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, and candidates with disabilities. The Office provides a hybrid work schedule for eligible employees. The Law Librarian is an integral part of the City Attorney’s Office, providing research services and training to support the legal work of attorneys and professional staff across all practice teams. The position manages all aspects of the library’s administrative work including prioritizing resources within the budget, managing the budget, acquisitions, serials control, collection maintenance, contract negotiations, and invoice processing. Law Librarian Responsibilities Develops and manages the law library annual budget. Manages overall library resources to prioritize and meet the legal research needs of the Office within the Library’s available budget. Conducts research for employees in a timely and effective manner and advises attorneys on research strategy and resource selection. Trains employees in using information resources and develops, prepares and conducts presentations. Negotiates contracts for library resources and manages library contracts. Provides employee onboarding to library services, including establishing employee accounts for Office subscriptions. Manages physical resources, including checking in and processing library materials, updating loose-leaf filing, and shelving library materials. Manages desk copy surveys, orders, and distribution. Routes print and electronic newsletters. Processes invoices. May collaborate on Office knowledge management initiatives and tools, including generative AI tools. May supervise other library personnel. How to qualify Minimum Qualifications Education Master of Library Science (M.L.S.), Master of Library and Information Science (M.L.I.S.) or equivalent degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school; and/or Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school. Experience Three months of experience working as a law librarian. Desired Qualifications Two or more years of experience working as a law librarian in a law firm setting. Three or more years of experience in library vendor management, acquisitions, cataloging, and technical services. Knowledge of WESTLAW, LEXIS, internet legal resources, and/or other online databases and software applications; interest in new and emerging technologies and resources in the legal industry, e.g., generative AI. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other web-based information delivery services, e.g., Koha ILS, LibGuides. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; communicates clearly, confidently, and persuasively. Collaborative, with a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Responsible and reliable, with strong organizational skills and an aptitude for performing functions requiring a high degree of accuracy and careful attention to detail. Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and prioritize and complete multiple assignments. Proactively stays current on new products and services, evaluates and recommends new resources and products. Physical Requirements Ability to lift boxes up to 25 pounds, crouch and reach to reshelve items, and push/pull a wheeled cart loaded with books. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. Salary and Benefits The position has a 5‑step salary scale ranging from $125,528 to $152,516. The successful applicant is appointed to a salary step based on years of experience and additional relevant degrees, certifications, credentials or skills. The City offers robust health, retirement and other benefits. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr City and County of San Francisco