Legal Sample Job Postings
Sample Legal Positions for LIS Professionals (as of 8/2017; click on position title for full job posting)
(Note: All positions described below require or prefer that job applicants have an MLIS or equivalent.)
| Position | Sample Duties | Sample Required Qualifications | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Development Research Specialist
Private law firm, Denver, CO |
Conduct competitive intelligence (CI), business strategy, in-depth business development research on targeted prospect companies, individuals and industries, using external and internal databases and human sources; synthesize research findings to support firm’s business development initiatives, packaging information in crisp, clear and compelling deliverables; provide proactive monitoring and alerts using variety of sources to identify potential prospects and trends in industries, customer segments of interest to firm. | Ability to keep up with new CI materials, changes in resources/techniques, shifts in information demands; resourcefulness in obtaining needed materials and information; excellent interpersonal, presentation, competitive intelligence communication skills; ability to work constructively, efficiently, and proactively with attorneys and policy advisors; ability to analyze company information and data relative to firm’s expertise and business development plans; ability to research, organize data in concise manner, keep abreast of industries, global economic information, legal and geopolitical trends. | Not stated |
| Law Librarian
LAC Federal, Washington DC |
Responsible for Knowledge Management using SharePoint to support office staff; create and maintain digital libraries containing relevant documents and articles on specific legal topics; train staff on the use of KM tools, other information products; provide research assistance. | Minimum 2 years administering, maintaining, and updating a knowledge management system (SharePoint strongly preferred); proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situation; prior experience with federal criminal law and litigation; solid understanding of legal documentation. | Not stated |
| Records Manager
Private law firm, Washington, DC |
Effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, clients, customers, employees; coach and develop team of records clerks; oversee quality audit programs, prepare ongoing workload reports; interpret, ensure consistent application of organizational policies; oversee day to day site operations; carry out administrative responsibilities for all offices; maintain exceptional customer service orientation. | 5+ years in legal industry; understanding of records management software applications (i.e., LegalKEY, ARM (FileSurf)), WorkSite Records Manager (WSRM), archival administration and industry terminology; business management skills, change management and consensus building skills; ability to work collaboratively, independently and under pressure; ability to provide top-level service in the time frames demanded by client personnel; experienced in collecting metrics and driving productivity expectations; CRM a plus. | Not stated |
| R&I Operations Specialist (Electronic Services)
Private law firm, San Franciso Bay Area, CA |
Coordinate all activities related to library’s automated system; gather, maintain, report metrics (including usage) from integrated library system and research tracking software; craft, edit, update standardized cataloging records for electronic and Internet resources; work with global R&I [restructuring & insolvency] team to continuously update, enhance department’s internal web portal and firm intranet site; maintain good relations with firm’s electronic resources providers. | 1-3 years experience, preferably in law firm library; experience in electronic services or technical services; knowledge of legal research resources and online databases; expertise with integrated library systems; knowledge of library technical services operations (e.g., LC cataloging practices, serials and continuations), preferably in the legal field; experience cataloging legal materials using OCLC, AACR2, MARC format and LC classification; skilled in web design including HTML coding, SharePoint, and programming/scripting language preferred; ability to train preferred. | Not stated |