LIBRARIAN jobs in Lynchburg, VA

LIBRARIAN develops and maintains a collection of books and other materials and provides research and reference support to library users. Researches publications and suggests new sources and offerings for acquisition to enhance the collection. Being a LIBRARIAN performs cataloging and creates bibliographies and metadata to classify the library's collection of books, serial publications, documents, audiovisual, and other materials. Designs and delivers research support processes and services to ensure that groups and individuals can access requested materials. Additionally, LIBRARIAN distributes up-to-date information on new acquisitions, library activities, and services. Oversees the selection and maintenance of technology infrastructure and tools used in the library. Requires a master's degree in library science. Typically reports to a manager. The LIBRARIAN occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a LIBRARIAN typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Research Librarian, School of Law
  • Commonwealth of VA Careers
  • NEWCOMB HALL, VA FULL_TIME
  • The University of Virginia School of Law seeks a service-oriented, collegial, and intellectually curious professional to join the Arthur J. Morris Law Library’s research and reference team. The University of Virginia School of Law is consistently recognized as one of the top law schools in the country, and the Law Library is critical to its mission and culture. The Arthur J. Morris Law Library supports the Law School’s mission of excellence in teaching, research, and publication.

    The environment at the Law School is both active and supportive, with a strong sense of collegiality among students, faculty, and staff and a commitment to excellence and service.

    The Research Librarian will join a highly skilled, high-performing, collaborative team of law librarians in providing sophisticated research support for faculty, students, and staff; research instruction to students; and reference assistance to members of the public. The ability to develop effective and collaborative working relationships is essential. The position will allow for exploration and skills development in any of several areas, such as business research, student outreach, creation and curation of research guides, online tutorials and other web applications, or other facets of library operations and administration. Our librarians share responsibility for creating a learning and working environment that supports all students, staff, faculty, and public patrons. Participation in professional development conferences and learning opportunities is supported.

    Responsibilities include:
    • Participate in the rotating reference schedule for both in-person and online reference services. This can involve in-depth legal and non-legal research for law faculty, supporting law students in their research goals, and aiding public patrons.
    • Serve on the Law Library’s collection development committee. May also serve on other committees and project teams, such as the Law Library’s Diversity, Equity, and Belonging (DEB) Standing Committee; Technology Steering Committee; Outreach and Social Media teams; talent search committees; and Law School and University committees.
    • Act as a library liaison to 1L Legal Research & Writing classes, the Law School’s Summer Research Assistant Program, and one or more of the Law School’s student-run journals.
    • Depending on Law School needs, library availability, librarian interest and teaching ability or aptitude, teach, co-teach, or assist with teaching for-credit classes such as Advanced Legal Research or specialized legal research classes. Previous instructional experience is helpful; however, the teaching team will provide support for new and developing teachers.
    • Support library operations and administrative projects as assigned.


    Required Qualifications:
    • A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school (or equivalent non-U.S. law degree with substantial U.S. legal research experience). Degree must be completed by start date.
    • Excellent legal research skills with substantial knowledge of legal information systems and sources.
    • Strong service orientation.
    • Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently on independent and collaborative projects, to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently, and to thrive in a friendly but fast-paced environment.
    • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information in a succinct, clear, and timely manner.
    • Proficiency with standard office and library software applications and the ability to rapidly incorporate new technology into research methods and workflows.


    Preferred Quali fi cations:
    • Master's degree from an ALA-accredited school of library or information sciences (or comparable degree from a foreign institution).
    • Experience with providing legal research and reference services in a library or similar setting.


    This is a full-time Senior Professional Research Staff (Research Scientist) position with benefits , reporting to the Law Library’s Assistant Director & Head of Research Services. This position requires most work to be performed in person at the Law School, with the opportunity to perform a limited amount of work remotely in accordance with Law School policy.

    The preferred start date for this position is as soon as possible but is negotiable. The minimum salary is $75,000; salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors.

    The School of Law is in Charlottesville, Virginia, a college town setting in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Charlottesville area offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation, an active arts and music scene, and access to historical sites where researchers continue to explore the region’s past. Charlottesville is often ranked among the best places to live in the United States. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/ .

    To Apply:

    Apply online at http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0058546/Research-Librarian-School-of-Law . Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Complete the application and upload the following required materials:
    • Cover letter
    • CV/resume
    • Names and contact information for three professional references.


    *** Please note that ALL REQUESTED documents MUST be uploaded in the resume submission field, and you can combine documents into one PDF. ***

    **Applications that do not have all the required documents will not receive full consideration.***

    Questions regarding the position should be directed to Leslie Ashbrook, Assistant Director and Head of Research Services at ashbrook@law.virginia.edu . Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter at h j v5vm@virginia.edu .

    The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

    The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education: Requires a doctoral degree or master's degree with significant experience.
    Experience: None
    Licensure: None

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
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Librarian for 2024-25, PES
  • Rockingham County School Division
  • Timberville, VA FULL_TIME
  • Open Until Filled. 10 month position (200 day contract) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of elementary, secondary or special education princ...
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Substitute Reference Librarian (Central Library)
  • City of Charlottesville
  • Charlottesville, VA OTHER
  • The starting hiring amount is $20.03 an hour for this position. This is a substitute position, on an as-needed basis to maintain staff coverage during library hours. This Substitute Reference Libraria...
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FT Young Adult Librarian (Crozet)
  • City of Charlottesville, VA
  • Crozet, VA FULL_TIME
  • Salary $41,662.40 - $54,163.20 Annually Location Crozet (22932), VA Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 240400004 Department Jefferson-Madison Regional Library Division Branch Operations Opening Dat...
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FT Young Adult Librarian (Crozet)
  • City of Charlottesville
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • JOB The FT Young Adult Librarian (Crozet) provides circulation, readers advisory and reference services to patrons of all ages, oversees serials maintenance and Inter-Library loans, publicizes and con...
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FT Young Adult Librarian (Crozet)
  • City of Charlottesville
  • Crozet, VA FULL_TIME
  • The FT Young Adult Librarian (Crozet) provides circulation, readers advisory and reference services to patrons of all ages, oversees serials maintenance and Inter-Library loans, publicizes and conduct...
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Internal Revenue Agent (Senior Revenue Agent (Examiner) -12 MONTH ROSTER
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SBSE - SMALL BUSINESS SELF EMPLOYED DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ht...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Peoplesoft Automation Engineer (Hybrid/Remote Opportunity)
  • University of Massachusetts
  • Amherst, VA
  • Peoplesoft Automation Engineer (Hybrid/Remote Opportunity) Job no: 521565 Work type: Staff Full Time Campus: UMass Amher...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Custodians - Full time
  • Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
  • Lexington, VA
  • Custodians - Full time Job no: 502679 Work type: Full-Time (Salaried) Location: Lexington, Virginia Categories: Trades a...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Summer Temp Research Assistant
  • Liberty University
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Research Assistant will provide general research support to a faculty member in the School of Engineering. ESSENTIAL FUN...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Office of Consumer Affairs / Office of the President USLI Complaint Intake and Referral Specialist
  • Genworth Financial, Inc.
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Lynchburg, Virginia

Lynchburg is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 75,568. The 2017 census estimates an increase to 81,000. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains along the banks of the James River, Lynchburg is known as the "City of Seven Hills" or the "Hill City". In the 1860s, Lynchburg was the only major city in Virginia that was not recaptured by the Union before the end of the American Civil War. Lynchburg lies at the center of a wider metropolitan area close to the geographic center of Virginia. It is the fifth-...
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What does a LIBRARIAN do?

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This would depend on the area of expertise they would be expected to have as in the instance of a law librarian that would be required to hold a law degree.
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School librarians work in academic settings at all levels of the US education system, from elementary schools to universities.
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A librarian often holds a supervisory position, overseeing other library employees such as library technicians and assistants.
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