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Temporary Faculty - Reference and Electronic Resources Librarian

Position Number: 7319182
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Libraries

Temporary Faculty - Reference and Electronic Resources Librarian

Posting Number: TF00065P
Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience and prorated for a fiscal year appointment
Location: Moscow
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Position Control Number: 9681
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FTE: 1.0
Contract Basis: Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/03/2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
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Position Summary:

The Reference and Electronic Resources Librarian is located at the University of Idahos Moscow, Idaho campus and works under the supervision and general direction of the Director of the Law Library. This position is responsible for the Law Librarys electronic resources management, policies, and decisions. Duties include, but are not limited to, working closely with the University Library to coordinate the Law Librarys participation in the University Librarys integrated library system, including EZ-Proxy administration; enhancing awareness of the librarys physical and electronic resources through the ExLibris Primo discovery service and the law library website; supervising the maintenance of Law Library specific electronic databases and resources, such as LibGuides, Digital Commons, and vendor study aid subscriptions; troubleshooting database connectivity issues; and monitoring ongoing changes with Title II digital accessibility compliance. . In addition, this position provides reference and research support services to law school students, faculty, staff, members of the University community, and the general public; teaches Introduction to Legal Research and other potential semester courses; prepares presentations, lectures, or other materials on specific legal research topics and use of the law library collection; and completes other duties as assigned. The Reference and Electronic Resources Librarian is expected to keep abreast of current trends and advances in all aspects of law librarianship, legal research, and legal education through active membership in professional associations. The Reference and Electronic Resources Librarian reports to the Director of the Law Library.

The College of Law and Law Library are located on the main campus of the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho. The College has a vibrant satellite campus in Boise, Idaho at which the Idaho State Law Library is located. The College of Law Library administers and manages the Idaho State Law Library pursuant to a Memorandum of Understanding with the Idaho Supreme Court. The Law Library participates in the Orbis Cascade Alliance, a consortium of 37 academic libraries in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, with access to over 28 million items.

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https://www.uidaho.edu/law

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Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 30%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 10%
Outreach & Extension: 5%
University Service & Leadership: 55%

Minimum Education/Degree Required:

JD from an ABA-accredited school required and one-year successful completion of an MLIS program from an ALA-accredited school or equivalent experience

Required Qualifications:

Experience teaching or relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree in library and information science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited school or equivalent experience

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Posting Date: 07/10/2026
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Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by July 17th, 2026, will receive first consideration.

Required documents for application are (1) Resume/CV; (2) Letter of Qualification addressing whether you satisfy each of the required and preferred qualifications for the position; (3) List of three references.

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Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52092

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.