The Legal Information Specialist reports to the Circuit Librarian and performs professional, technical, and research services for both internal and external RIC customers. The incumbent performs additional administrative duties in support of the Circuit Librarian.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Understanding of the legal system; knowledge of the legal profession and its terminology, including legal abbreviations and citation systems. Familiarity with online databases such as Westlaw and LexisNexis. Experience working with people at all levels; effective oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Aptitude for performing functions requiring a high degree of accuracy and careful attention to detail. Ability to work independently and to prioritize demands from multiple users. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following: Two years of specialized experience in legal reference and research. Expert online research skills, including Westlaw and LexisNexis, and familiarity with print and other online resources. Knowledge of digital archiving tool Preservica. Government or judiciary procurement or administrative experience. Experience with education initiatives. Juris Doctorate or paralegal background is desirable.
Provide research and reference services to judges, chambers staff, court personnel, and other users of the RIC. Utilize both print and electronic sources to locate and identify information, compile legislative histories, conduct literature searches, and provide other specialized research support. Arrange interlibrary loan of materials for court personnel. Perform Computer Assisted Legal Research (CALR) support for judges, chambers staff, and other eligible court personnel by coordinating the issuance of passwords, training, and similar services. Assist with evaluating, reviewing, selecting, and deselecting resource materials, including both print and electronic formats. Provide input about spending plans for effective use of resources. Assist Financial Specialist with purchase orders for new titles and renewal orders as notified by vendors, following established guidelines. Track receipt of purchases and resolve problems of non-receipt and/or duplication of shipments, etc. Process and track requests for changes, cancellations, and/or transfers of existing subscriptions. Perform digitization and cataloging of historical documents stored on shared drives or other digital media. Serve as primary civics education liaison for the 11th Circuit Judicial Council Civics Education Committee; assist with both administrative and programing needs. Recommend improvements to RIC operations and notify Circuit Librarian of workflow concerns. Conduct training and orientation programs for court personnel and other RIC users. Assist with the preparation of publications in both print and electronic formats, such as newsletters, current awareness services, guides to RIC services, bibliographies, and reading lists. Respond to customer inquiries and provide strong customer support. Assist the Circuit Librarian in completing a variety of administrative duties. Perform other duties as assigned.