Reference Librarian Job at American University in Washington

Overview American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) seeks applications for the 2025-2026 academic year for a temporary reference librarian. Candidates must hold a J.D. and an M.L.S. We seek candidates who are committed to advancing the academic success, and the scholarly, research, and curricular needs of our students and faculty. Applications, including a curriculum vitae and cover letter, should be submitted on Workday. If you have general questions regarding the application process, please contact Erica Devine, Faculty Affairs Manager, at edevine@wcl.american.edu. Please contact Adeen Postar, Library Director, apostar@wcl.american.edu with any other questions. Although there is no formal deadline, we will begin interviewing candidates as early as June 2025, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Time Type : Full time; FLSA Status : Exempt. Salary range : $78,000 - $90,000. Department : Washington College of Law. Pence Law Library.

Responsibilities Provides in-person and virtual legal and non-legal reference and research services to the Law School's faculty, staff, students, and alumni.

Participates in the Library’s virtual reference rotation.

Participates in the Library’s Faculty liaison program.

Assists with reference and research requests from faculty, staff, and students.

Creates and updates asynchronous research guides that are posted on the library’s website.

Participates in teaching in the 1L Legal Rhetoric Research modules.

Provides guest lectures to WCL classes on request.

Participates in law library statistical and assessment functions.

Researches emerging trends in publishing and library services.

Attends regular meetings for assigned groups, including in the WRLC (Consortium), the AU WCL Pence Law Library, and other law school and law library committees and meetings as appropriate.

Assists with the administration and maintenance of Digital Commons.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications A J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school, and a Masters in Library Science or its equivalent.

1 to 3 years of library experience using automated library systems.

Knowledge of library practice and procedure, particularly in an academic law library.

In-depth knowledge of Lexis, Westlaw, and Bloomberg Law.

Practical experience with computer systems, word processing, and spreadsheet software.

Accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to analyze a problem and formulate a logical solution.

Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential, as this position will be interacting regularly with other staff, students, faculty, and external contacts.

Seniority level : Entry level.

Employment type : Full-time.

Job function : Other.

Industries : Higher Education.

Benefits AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite.

Other details Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

American University is an E-Verify employer.

Current American University Employees American University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.

Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.

Equal Opportunity American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

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