LAC Group is seeking a dynamic, Temporary Research Librarian for our client, a prestigious international law firm.  The Librarian will provide training and expert legal reference and research to the local office and in specialized practice areas.  This position is based out of the firms Los Angeles (Downtown) office.
 
Responsibilities:

• Provide expert-level of reference, research and support for local office(s) and act as a subject matter expert in specialized practice areas for all US offices;

 Deliver research training to Attorneys and Staff and assist in the development of new research and reference offerings;

 Evaluate information resources to optimize library collections in coordination with the Information Resource team;

 Compile and organize information obtained in print and electronic resources/databases;

 Handle additional related projects as assigned and additional library administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

 Expert proficiency in online research and legal databases;

 Expert proficiency in the English language, including punctuation, spelling, grammar and writing skills;

 Advanced proficiency in providing training on the use of electronic research platforms;

 Advanced proficiency in integrated library management systems;

 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;

 Expert knowledge of legal and business research resources employed by global law firms;

 Advanced knowledge of specialized practice areas (preferred);

 Advanced knowledge of database structure and theory;

 Advanced degree (MLS, MLIS) in library science, library information science or related field (required);

 Ideally have at least 1to 5 years of experience providing reference and research, preferably in a law or business library; open to recent college graduates with exceptional research skills.

 At least  1 to 3 years of experience providing training on use of electronic research platforms;

 At least 1 to 2 years of experience in specialized practice areas (preferred);

• LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer who values diversity in the workplace