Olmstead County Law Library | Part-Time Law Library Assistant
Posted Tuesday, June 8, 2021 8:29 AM CDT
Basic Functions: Assist law library patrons (judges, attorneys and the general public) with obtaining court forms, using the library’s research computers and scheduling patrons for legal clinic.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience with customer assistance strongly preferred. Knowledge of court processes and court forms a plus.
Hours: This is a .20 position. Hours will generally be 5-10 hours a week with increased time when the librarian is out of the office.
Salary and Benefits: The position is eligible for proportionate paid holidays and sick leave. The salary will be between $15 and $20 per hour, to be determined by the Law Library Board of Trustees based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to provide efficient and effective customer service to law library patrons;
• Ability to work independently in an occasionally fast-paced environment;
• Skill in operating a computer and other technology including telephone, copier and printers;
• General knowledge of legal resources including court forms, websites, and statutes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Analyze patron’s questions to determine type and amount of information needed and refer them to available resources;
• Maintain supplies of court forms for patrons;
• Schedule patrons for legal clinics and obtain all necessary information from them;
• Take messages when the law librarian is unavailable.
This description provides examples of the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty to be performed and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities required.
Work Environment: A professional office setting, involving walking and standing 1-2 hours per day, occasional bending and stooping when assisting patrons, lifting up to 15 pounds and occasional use of a step ladder. Daily contact with the general public from all educational backgrounds.
Application Process: Submit resume and cover letter to:
Olmsted County Law Library
151 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904
or send by email to [email protected].
Applications will remain open until Friday, June 11. Interview candidates will be selected based on the knowledge and experience exhibited in the application.