Law Library Manager – Research
Posted 2026-05-06
Remote, USA
Full-time
Immediate Start
- Job Description:
- Supervise and provide guidance to department staff, including training, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development.
- Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of projects.
- Oversee the maintenance and optimization of the Client’s integrated library system (ILS) and other related digital platforms.
- Ensure accurate cataloging, classification, and indexing of resources in line with industry standards and best practices.
- Manage the acquisition and processing of physical and electronic resources, with a particular emphasis on electronic resource management.
- Collaborate with vendors and IT staff to resolve technical issues and ensure optimal performance of department systems.
- Oversee the development and implementation of strategies for organizing, maintaining, and managing the digital collection.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, resources, and platforms to enhance access and usability of digital resources.
- Monitor copyright compliance and licensing agreements for digital materials, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards.
- Manage resource costs within budget and prepare annual budgets aligned with Client expectations.
- Assist with the negotiation of renewals and new contracts, leveraging attorney usage and feedback to drive cost discussions.
- Participate in the rollout and training for AI-powered legal research and other electronic research tools.
- Partner with IT and business services to evaluate and implement emerging technologies that support the library and research department.
- Stay informed on trends in legal tech and library innovation.
- Oversee research and intelligence activities and occasionally deliver research and intelligence insights directly to client(s).
- Maintain awareness of emerging trends and best practices in legal research and information retrieval, particularly areas that overlap with Client(s) specific areas of practice.
- Lead appropriate practice group or department outreach specific to Client needs.
- Lead and participate in various Client initiatives and projects, such as system upgrades, digitization efforts, and collection assessments.
- Develop project plans, set timelines, and allocate resources to ensure successful project completion.
- Communicate project progress, challenges, and outcomes to stakeholders.
- Requirements:
- Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent, required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical services or library systems management, preferably in a law firm or corporate setting.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience managing or leading a library or library function.
- Strong knowledge of library technologies, integrated library systems (ILS), and digital resource management.
- Deep familiarity with legal research tools and databases, such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, or Bloomberg Law.
- Experience managing a team and leading projects, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in law libraries and information services. Experience using and/ or training on generative or agentic AI applications in legal is preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Remote work options