Departmental Mission Statement: The Court Services and Law Libraries Department is responsible for providing key court services to support the administration of justice and advance access to justice in the Trial Court. These services include the Court Service Centers, the Trial Court Law Libraries, and the Judicial Response System.
MISSION STATEMENT OF THE MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT LAW LIBRARIES: The Trial Court Law Library System provides timely, efficient access to current and historical law-related information in an impartial and respectful manner to anyone needing legal information.
ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: This circuit position requires travel and entails working in multiple locations, including the Lowell, Essex, and Middlesex Law Libraries, and will be based in the Lawrence Law Library. This position is designated as a union position and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with O.P.E.I.U., Local 6.
Position Summary: Major duties are performed under the direction of the Head Law Librarian and include processing incoming library materials, preparing fiscal documents, providing general and legal information, and implementing circulation and interlibrary loan policies. The Law Library Assistant assists the Head Law Librarian in system-wide activities such as long-range planning, electronic library services, and special projects, and may be assigned by the Law Library Department to perform Law Library Assistant duties in other libraries as needed. In the absence of the Head Law Librarian and other law library staff, maintains the day-to-day operation of the law library.
Major Duties:Law Library Assistant Duties:
Processes incoming library materials for supplementation, maintains circulation records, including the database of borrowers, and processes overdue notices using an integrated library system;
Files loose-leaf services, advance sheets, periodicals, and supplements; removes appropriate material and arranges disposition according to library policy; shelves materials;
Processes invoices, communicates with vendors about account problems, and maintains accounting records, including budgetary spreadsheet
Provides reference and information services to those seeking legal information by responding to questions in person, by telephone or through e-reference; locating and retrieving materials;
performing simple bibliographic searches; and filling interlibrary loan requests;
Participates in basic e-reference services;
Maintains and operates library equipment, including computer networks, microform machines, copiers, scanners, and fax machines;
Prepares current and historical material for binding;
In the absence of the Head Law Librarian or a Law Librarian, maintains the day-to-day operation of the law library;
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for the position of Law Library Assistant:
Law Library Assistant I Requirements: Bachelor’s degree AND one (1) year of full-time experience as a paid paralegal OR one (1) year of full-time paid clerical experience in a law library OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively and respectfully with people;
Knowledge of procedures, interlibrary cooperation, and the types of resources and services available to librarians and library users;
Ability to use computer applications, such as MS Office spreadsheets, text editing, and publisher programs;
Ability to perform Trial Court fiscal procedures in accordance with the MMARS Accounting System;
Ability to understand and implement all policies and procedures of the Trial Court Law Libraries;
Ability to gather, analyze, and report information;
Ability to reach with hands and arms, bend, crouch, lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds, and climb stairs;
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form;
Ability to travel to multiple library locations.
Interested persons should visit https://trialcourtjobs.mass.gov/jobs/2c79266c-b772-4dd6-9e44-30c7ef66ed3d to file an application.
Departmental Mission Statement: The Court Services and Law Libraries Department is responsible for providing key court services to support the administration of justice and advance access to justice in the Trial Court. These services include the Court Service Centers, the Trial Court Law Libraries, and the Judicial Response System.
MISSION STATEMENT OF THE MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT LAW LIBRARIES: The Trial Court Law Library System provides timely, efficient access to current and historical law-related information in an impartial and respectful manner to anyone in need of legal information.
ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: This circuit position requires travel and entails working in multiple locations, including the Lowell, Essex, and Middlesex Law Libraries, and will be based in the Lawrence Law Library. This position is designated as a union position and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with O.P.E.I.U., Local 6.
Position Summary: Major duties are performed under the direction of the Head Law Librarian and include processing incoming library materials, preparing fiscal documents, providing general and legal information, and implementing circulation and interlibrary loan policies. The Law Library Assistant assists the Head Law Librarian in system-wide activities such as long range planning, electronic library services, and special projects, and may be assigned by the Law Library Department to perform Law Library Assistant duties in other libraries as needed. In the absence of the Head Law Librarian and other law library staff, maintains the day-to- day operation of the law library.
Major Duties:Law Library Assistant Duties:
Processes incoming library materials for supplementation, maintains circulation records including the database of borrowers, and processes overdue notices using an integrated library system;
Files loose-leaf services, advance sheets, periodicals, and supplements; removes appropriate material and arranges disposition according to library policy; shelves materials;
Processes invoices, communicates with vendors about account problems, and maintains accounting records including budgetary spreadsheet
Provides reference and information services to those seeking legal information by responding to questions in person, by telephone or through e-reference; locating and retrieving materials;
performing simple bibliographic searches; and filling interlibrary loan requests;
Participates in basic e-reference services;
Maintains and operates library equipment including computer networks, microform machines, copiers, scanners and fax machines;
Prepares current and historical material for binding;
In the absence of the Head Law Librarian or a Law Librarian, maintains the day-to-day operation of the law library;
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for a position of Law Library Assistant:
Law Library Assistant I Requirements: Bachelor degree AND one (1) year of full-time experience as a paid paralegal OR one (1) year of full-time paid clerical experience in a law library OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively and respectfully with people;
Knowledge of procedures, interlibrary cooperation, and the types of resources and services available to librarians and library users;
Ability to use computer applications, such as MS Office spreadsheets, text editing and publisher programs;
Ability to perform Trial Court fiscal procedures in accordance with MMARS accounting System;
Ability to understand and implement all policies and procedures of the Trial Court Law Libraries;
Ability to gather, analyze and report information;
Ability to reach with hands and arms, bend, crouch, lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds and climb stairs;
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form;
Departmental Mission Statement: The Court Services and Law Libraries Department is responsible for providing key court services to support the administration of justice and advance access to justice in the Trial Court. These services include the Court Service Centers, the Trial Court Law Libraries, and the Judicial Response System.
MISSION STATEMENT OF THE MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT LAW LIBRARIES: The Trial Court Law Library System provides timely, efficient access to current and historical law-related information in an impartial and respectful manner to anyone in need of legal information.
ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: This circuit position requires travel and entails working in multiple locations, including the Lowell, Essex, and Middlesex Law Libraries, and will be based in the Lawrence Law Library. This position is designated as a union position and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with O.P.E.I.U., Local 6.
Position Summary: Working within the Trial Court Law Libraries, the Circuit Law Librarian – Northeast performs professional library duties over a defined geographic area in the following areas: legal research and reference, cataloging, interlibrary loan, bibliographic services and acquisitions. Assists Head Law Librarians in library operation; and may perform specific functions for the Trial Court Law Library system such invoice processing, collection development and maintaining a federal depository collection; performs related work as required. Supervision Received: Work is performed primarily under the direction of the Director of Court Services and Law Libraries and Manager of Law Libraries, or their designee, and is evaluated for professional soundness and conformity to policy.
Duties: • Provides reference and information services to the clientele by responding to questions either in person or by telephone, locating and retrieving materials and assisting in legal research, by developing a comprehensive knowledge of legal bibliography and general reference sources. • Utilizes full knowledge of electronic databases and interlibrary sources, both legal and non-legal, to assist clientele in retrieving information needed. • Instructs library users in the use of library materials and equipment. • Adapts professional principles of cataloging, classification and indexing to the various components of the library’s collection. • Manages and maintains automated cataloging and classification through a national database. • Works with other librarians on system-wide projects. • Performs necessary tasks for assuring security, proper protection, care and presentation of library’ materials, and presentation of library’ materials. • In the absence of the Head Law Librarian, maintains the day-to-day library operations; and • Performs related duties as required.
Job Competencies: All applicants must be able, through the interview process, to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the following areas: Ethics and Values: Communicates and demonstrates the ethics and values of the Trial Court and Trial Court Law Libraries as demonstrated in the American Association of Law Libraries. Mission: Understands, upholds, and communicates the missions of the Trial Court and the Trial Court Law Libraries. Applied Knowledge: Demonstrates the core competencies and specialized competencies in the areas of library management; reference, research and client services; information technology; collection development, cataloging and teaching as outlined in the AALL Competencies of Law Librarianship. Customer Service: Conducts oneself in a courteous and professional manner towards both Trial Court employees and the public whether in person, on the telephone or in an electronic environment. Commitment to Diversity: Promotes an environment of diversity through understanding, respect, and positive communication with persons of varied racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Continuous Learning: Demonstrates a commitment to continuously improving himself or herself through professional development and actively pursues continuing education.
Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for a position of Circuit Law Librarian: • Master’s Degree in Library Science or Law Degree from an accredited library school and 1 full year of full-time experience in a professional capacity in a law library; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum qualifications. • Preferred Qualifications: MLS, MLIS, or JD and some library and legal research experience; • Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of library science and law library administration, including current methods and procedures in such areas as collection development, cataloging and legal research and reference; • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively and respectfully with people; • Ability to work with judges, attorneys, court personnel; • Ability to use computer applications such as MS Office spreadsheets, text editing and publisher programs; • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written form; • Ability to reach with hands and arms, bend, crouch, lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds, and climb stairs; and • Ability to travel within the Commonwealth and work at other Trial Court Law Library locations when necessary. https://trialcourtjobs.mass.gov/jobs/circuit-law-librarian-northeast-lawrence-massachusetts-united-states
This position is designated as a union position and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with O.P.E.I.U., Local 6.
MISSION STATEMENT OF THE MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT
The Trial Court is committed to:
• fair and impartial administration of justice;
• protection of constitutional and statutory rights and liberties;
• equal access to justice for all in a safe and dignified environment with policies and practices that strengthen and support diversity, equity, and inclusion;
• efficient, effective, and accountable resolution of disputes;
• prompt and courteous service to the public by committed and dedicated professionals utilizing best practices in a manner that inspires public trust and confidence.
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Support Services Department is to provide support for theadministration of justice and public access to court services through the operation of the Judicial Response System, the Trial Court Law Libraries, the Record Management operation, the Office of Court Interpreters Services, and the Office of Transcription Services.
MISSION STATEMENT OF THE MASSACHUSETTS TRIAL COURT LAW LIBRARIES:
The Trial Court Law Library System provides timely, efficient access to current and historical law-related information in an impartial and respectful manner to anyone in need of legal information.
Working within the Trial Court Law Libraries of Department of Support Services, the Head Law Librarian administers all activities of a public law library within the Trial Court; is responsible for the planning and management of a Trial Court library collection; performs professional library duties including: acquisition, cataloging and reference; ensures that the legal information needs of the library users are met, including the judiciary, court staff, members of the bar, self-represented litigants and the public; supervises Law Librarians and Law Library Assistant(s), participates in system-wide activities such as long range planning, electronic library services, special projects and other library and court services related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Work is performed under direction of the Director of Support Services or her/his designee;
MAJOR DUTIES
Responsible for administering the day-to-day operations of the library;
Develops, recommends and implements policies and procedures necessary to operate the library;
Provides reference and information services to those seeking legal information by responding to questions in person, by telephone or through e-reference; locating and retrieving materials; legal research; uses comprehensive knowledge of legal bibliography and general and legal reference sources;
Participates in the selection, design and delivery of electronic reference services;
Utilizes full knowledge of electronic databases and interlibrary sources, both legal and non-legal, to assist library users in retrieving needed information;
Participates in the selection and de-selection of library collection materials in all available formats through monitoring library user research needs and maintaining current awareness of resources available from legal publishers and others that meet those research needs;
Contributes to the development and maintenance of content on the Trial Court Law Libraries= website;
Adapts professional principles of cataloging, classification and indexing to the various components of the library’s collection utilizing a national database;
Manages and oversees local cataloging, classification and maintenance of the integrated library system;
Participates in the annual budget request for the library and for library expenditures;
Interviews, selects and recommends personnel for staff positions;
Trains and supervises staff in all aspects of library operation;
Arranges the physical library, paying attention to ADA guidelines, so that library users can access materials quickly and safely and receive prompt personal assistance from staff;
Provides for the security, protection and preservation of information resources in both paper and electronic formats;
Makes annual visits to assigned courts to respond to questions and information requests as the Court Consolidation Law Book program=s liaison;
Responsible for the library’s computer network(s);
Maintains proficiency in the current state of professional library theory and legal research and practice by attending and participating in meetings, conferences, seminars and training sessions in professional library management and legal reference skills;
Participates with other librarians and staff on system-wide projects, such as grants, collection development and program planning;
Provides workshops and seminars to promote the use and maintenance of library materials, services and databases;
Develops and implements promotional ideas to bring library resources and services to the attention of current and potential library users;
Keeps the Law Library Coordinator informed about recommendations on the renovation of a current library or the construction of a new library;
Implements directives of the Office of Court Management; and
Performs related duties as required.
JOB COMPETENCIES
All applicants must be able, through the interview process, to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the following areas:
Ethics and Values
Communicates and demonstrates the ethics and values of the Trial Court and Trial Court Law Libraries as demonstrated in the American Association of Law Libraries.
Mission
Understands, upholds, and communicates the missions of the Trial Court and the Trial Court Law Libraries.
Applied Knowledge
Demonstrates the core competencies and specialized competencies in the areas of library management; reference, research and client services; information technology; collection development, cataloging and teaching as outlined in the AALL Competencies of Law Librarianship.
Customer Service
Conducts oneself in a courteous and professional manner towards both Trial Court employees and the public whether in person, on the telephone or in an electronic environment.
Collaboration
Works with others cooperatively, including the courts, library and legal organizations and other agencies, demonstrating a willingness to be a team player, contributing to a work environment that focuses on shared departmental goals and maintaining effective working relationships.
Commitment to Diversity
Promotes an environment of diversity through understanding, respect, and positive communication with persons of varied racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Conducts oneself in a courteous and professional manner towards everyone using the services of the Trial Court Law Libraries.
Continuous Learning
Demonstrates a commitment to continuously improving himself or herself through professional development and actively pursues continuing education.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for a position of Head Law Librarian:
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited library school and a minimum of three years full time experience in a professional capacity in a law library;
or
Juris Doctor degree and four years in a Trial Court Law Library position;
or
An equivalent combination of completed graduate level education and professional experience;
Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of library science and law library administration, including current methods and procedures in such areas as acquisition, cataloging and reference;
Knowledge of legal bibliography and terminology and the use of complex legal resources and indexes;
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively and respectfully with people;
Knowledge of the Massachusetts court system;
Knowledge of libraries, interlibrary cooperation, government and private organizations and the types of resources and services available to librarians and library users;
Knowledge of space planning, including the physical layout of and the technical and operational requirements for equipment and furniture used in libraries;
Ability to analyze and solve complex problems relating to library practices and procedures;
Ability to gather, analyze and report information;
Ability to use an integrated library system, other online systems and the ability to learn and implement new technologies as they emerge;
Ability to use computer applications such as MS Office spreadsheets, text editing and publisher programs;
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written form;
Ability to supervise subordinate personnel;
Ability to train library staff on the integrated library systems and fiscal procedures in accordance with MMARS accounting system and to train library and court staff in the use of electronic databases;
Ability to reason clearly and make sound judgments;
Ability to work well independently and with groups;
Ability to reach with hands and arms, bend, crouch, lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds, and climb stairs;
Ability to travel within the Commonwealth and to work at other Trial Court Law Libraries when necessary.
OTHER
PLEASE NOTE:
Employment is contingent upon passage of a criminal record check for all new hires.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants must apply by completing a Trial Court online application at the following web address and a resume must be included:
https://www.mass.gov/jobs-with-the-court-system
PLEASE NOTE:
Paper, faxed or emailed applications are no longer accepted for any Trial Court position.
Law Library Assistant, Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries (Pittsfield)
The Law Library Assistant assists the Head Law Librarian in providing reference service, implementing circulation and interlibrary loan policies, utilizing knowledge of judges, court personnel, and the general public. Performs major duties under the direction of the Head Law Librarian. Law Library Assistants will be required to occasionally travel within a designated county to provide services at another law library as needed. The position title above the entry-level performs more complex and varied work. Employees are hired at the entry-level position title and are eligible for reclassification to the higher level position title within this series consistent with the specifications for the higher-level position title. The position title reverts to the entry-level when there is a vacancy.
Qualifications
Law Library Assistant I Requirements:
High school diploma and two (2) years of clerical experience in a library or an Associate’s degree or paralegal degree and one (1) year of clerical experience in a library or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of library procedures, interlibrary cooperation, and the types of resources and services available to librarians and library users.
Demonstrated knowledge of personal computers including MS-DOS and Window environments, and proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and CD-ROM use is preferable.
Ability to perform Trial Court fiscal procedures in accordance with MMARS accounting system.
Ability to travel to multiple court locations.
Ability to reach with hands and arms, bend, climb, crouch, and lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
Ability to gather, analyze, and report information.
Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing.
Ability to deal effectively with judges, court personnel, and the general public.
Ability to work independently.
Massachusetts residency.
Full/Part-Time
Full Time
Education
NA
Salary
$51,193.42/Yr.
Closing Date
5/22/2020
How to Apply
Please visit https://careers-trialcourtsofmass.icims.com/jobs/4944/law-library-assistant—berkshire—00102670/job to apply for this position.
Circuit Law Librarian, Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries (Worcester)
Working within the Trial Court Law Libraries of the Department of Support Services, the Circuit Law Librarian performs professional library duties over a defined geographic area in the following areas: legal research and reference, cataloging, interlibrary loan, bibliographic services, and acquisitions; assists Head Law Librarians in library operation; and may perform specific functions for the Trial Court Law Library system such invoice processing, collection development and maintaining a federal depository collection; performs related work as required. The Circuit Law Librarian will be based at the Worcester Law Library and will also provide coverage at the Norfolk Law Library, Middlesex Law Library, and Lowell Law Library when necessary.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited library school and 1 full year of full-time experience in a professional capacity in a law library;
Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of library science and law library administration, including current methods and procedures in such areas as collection development, cataloging, and legal research and reference;
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively and respectfully with people;
Ability to work with judges, attorneys, court personnel;
Ability to use computer applications such as MS Office spreadsheets, text editing, and publisher programs;
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written form;
Ability to reach with hands and arms, bend, crouch, lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds, and climb stairs;
Ability to travel within the Commonwealth and work at other Trial Court Law Library locations when necessary.
Massachusetts residency is required.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary
$69,160.59/Yr.
Closing Date
5/22/2020
How to Apply
Please visit https://careers-trialcourtsofmass.icims.com/jobs/4943/circuit-law-librarian—worcester%2c-middlesex-%26-norfolk/job to apply for this position online.
The Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries has an opening for a Head Law Librarian in our Lowell Law Library. More information on this position can be found at https://employees-trialcourtsofmass.icims.com/jobs/4856/head-law-librarian—lowell-law-library/job. The closing date for applications is March 9th.
POSITION SUMMARY
Working within the Trial Court Law Libraries of Department of Support Services, the Head Law Librarian administers all activities of a public law library within the Trial Court; is responsible for the planning and management of a Trial Court library collection; performs professional library duties including acquisition, cataloging, and reference; ensures that the legal information needs of the library users are met, including the judiciary, court staff, members of the bar, self-represented litigants and the public; supervises Law Librarians and Law Library Assistant(s), participates in system-wide activities such as long-range planning, electronic library services, special projects, and other library and court services related work as required.
The Mass. Trial Court Law Libraries are excited to post the following three full-time job opportunities:
Head Law Librarian – Hampshire County (Northampton), https://employees-trialcourtsofmass.icims.com/jobs/4642/head-law-librarian—hampshire-county/job
Law Library Assistant – Middlesex County (Woburn), https://employees-trialcourtsofmass.icims.com/jobs/4640/law-library-assistant—middlesex-county/job
Law Library Assistant – Worcester County (Worcester), https://employees-trialcourtsofmass.icims.com/jobs/4639/law-library-assistant—worcester-county/job
The Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries has just posted an opening in the Worcester Law Library for a Head Law Librarian. To view the posting and apply go to https://careers-trialcourtsofmass.icims.com/jobs/4365/head-law-librarian—worcester-law-library/job. Please note that the posting is open until 5/14/19. This is a great opportunity to work for anyone interested in providing a valuable service to the public, bar and courts.