What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Library Reference Specialist position at Brigham Young University?
Why Work at BYU
As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”
Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.
Job Description
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1973, the J. Reuben Clark Law School and Law Library at Brigham Young University (BYU Law) has grown into one of the nation's leading law schools. BYU Law's teaching mission extends beyond the boundaries of the classroom with the goal of producing leaders within communities and throughout the world. As it makes advances in areas such as social change, transactional design, entrepreneurship, corpus linguistics, criminal justice, and religious freedom, the law school advances its commitment to empowering individuals and communities through the rule of law.
WHAT WE DO
The Howard W. Hunter Law Library is dedicated to the teaching, research, and service-oriented mission of BYU Law. We provide legal research, reference and instruction services, and access to an outstanding collection of U.S., foreign, comparative, and international law. The Law Library has assembled a staff of experienced law librarians and Utah's largest collection of law books and other legal resources. The library also serves the legal information needs of the broader community.
SUMMARY
The Reference Specialist staffs the Reference Desk, providing reference and research support both in-person and via telephone and email to faculty, students, and members of the public. Additionally, the Reference Specialist works closely with the Law Library’s Head of Reference and Faculty Services to help hire, train, and manage the law student reference assistant employees (of which there are typically four to eight reference assistant employees each semester). These employees work part-time while in law school to staff the Reference Desk, offering reference assistance to faculty, students, and other library patrons, and provide law faculty research support, including working on in-depth faculty research requests.
WHAT YOU'LL DO IN THIS POSITION
Minimum Requirements:
SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.
This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:
Starting Pay Range: $19.80 - $25.72
Actual Compensation Based On Education And Experience
Desired Start Date: April 28, 2025
Job Close Date: Open until filled
Required Documents:
Please attach a resume and cover letter.
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Compensation Range
Actual compensation based on education and experience
$19.80 - $25.72
Required Documents:
All Staff positions require a resume.
Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!
As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”
Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.
Job Description
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1973, the J. Reuben Clark Law School and Law Library at Brigham Young University (BYU Law) has grown into one of the nation's leading law schools. BYU Law's teaching mission extends beyond the boundaries of the classroom with the goal of producing leaders within communities and throughout the world. As it makes advances in areas such as social change, transactional design, entrepreneurship, corpus linguistics, criminal justice, and religious freedom, the law school advances its commitment to empowering individuals and communities through the rule of law.
WHAT WE DO
The Howard W. Hunter Law Library is dedicated to the teaching, research, and service-oriented mission of BYU Law. We provide legal research, reference and instruction services, and access to an outstanding collection of U.S., foreign, comparative, and international law. The Law Library has assembled a staff of experienced law librarians and Utah's largest collection of law books and other legal resources. The library also serves the legal information needs of the broader community.
SUMMARY
The Reference Specialist staffs the Reference Desk, providing reference and research support both in-person and via telephone and email to faculty, students, and members of the public. Additionally, the Reference Specialist works closely with the Law Library’s Head of Reference and Faculty Services to help hire, train, and manage the law student reference assistant employees (of which there are typically four to eight reference assistant employees each semester). These employees work part-time while in law school to staff the Reference Desk, offering reference assistance to faculty, students, and other library patrons, and provide law faculty research support, including working on in-depth faculty research requests.
WHAT YOU'LL DO IN THIS POSITION
- Reference Desk: Provide reference support, both in-person and via telephone and email to students and members of the public.
- Faculty Research Support: Provide law faculty reference and research support, including working on in-depth faculty research requests.
- Other Miscellaneous Support: Work closely with the Law Library’s Head of Reference and Faculty Services to help hire, train, and manage the law student reference assistant employees.
Minimum Requirements:
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school completed by the start date
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school completed by the start date AND experience working in an academic law library, providing faculty research support
SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with coworkers and other university personnel
- Strong legal research skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A proven ability to work effectively in a team.
- Academic law library experience
- Faculty research support experience
This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Access to the library
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA transit passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
Starting Pay Range: $19.80 - $25.72
Actual Compensation Based On Education And Experience
Desired Start Date: April 28, 2025
Job Close Date: Open until filled
Required Documents:
Please attach a resume and cover letter.
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Compensation Range
Actual compensation based on education and experience
$19.80 - $25.72
Required Documents:
All Staff positions require a resume.
Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.
Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!
Salary : $20 - $26
