Three Positions: Washington, DC

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Position: Director of Library Services
Location: Washington, DC
Posted: AALL
Salary: $150,000.00 – $180,000.00

Description

Firm overview

Bates White is a boutique consulting firm based in Washington, DC. Recognized as a top workplace, the firm provides advanced economic, financial, and econometric analysis to law firms, companies, and government agencies. 

Through our supportive, collaborative, and collegial culture, we invest in our talent and provide opportunities for career advancement. We are proud to have been consistently ranked among the top firms in the Vault Guide to the Top 50 Consulting Firms, named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for the past ten years, listed as a top consulting firm by Management Consulted and ranked #42 on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top 200 Most Loved Workplaces.

If you are looking for a place to do high-quality work and have fun along the way, read below to discover how you can be part of our team. Learn more about our firm at: www.bateswhite.com. 

What you’ll do

In this role you will direct the strategic planning, staff, and operations of the firm’s library and research function, and conduct research as needed. You will supervise the procurement and maintenance of the firm’s hard copy and electronic resources collections, evaluate subscriptions, in coordination with the Legal team, negotiate with vendors, and train staff on the use of resources. You will:

  • Provide strategic leadership of the Research function including supervising library staff.
  • Work closely with the Research team to answer requests from and procure data or resources for internal clients in Client
  • Services and allocate requests across the team. 
  • Conduct research using a variety of research resources, including Bloomberg, Capital IQ/Capital IQ Pro, LSEG, LexisNexis,
  • Courtlink, and Westlaw. Present research results in a clear and comprehensible manner.
  • Lead group and individual research training sessions for staff as needed; coordinate research training by outside vendors. 
  • Manage firmwide communications pertaining to the library (research tips, best practices, new resources, etc) using a variety of in-house resources and platforms (intranet, emails, brown bag meetings, vendors’ product demonstrations).
  • Supervise maintenance of library materials and organization of library materials (books, articles, and subscriptions content) in hard copy and electronic format (eLibrary).
  • Review and evaluate all library subscriptions; recommend cancellations, renewals, or new product acquisitions as appropriate. 
  • Lead annual subscription review meetings with practice areas to identify appropriate materials. 
  • Monitor usage of firm’s resources and manage the firm’s research budget.
  • Serve as Copyright officer; work with Research and Legal teams to provide copyright and license (use) guidance to the firm; keep up to date with copyright rules and regulations; negotiate copyright permissions and licenses as needed for client work.
  • Responsible for mentoring and coaching employees on research best practices. 

What you’ll bring to the table

  • Master of Library Science (MLS) or equivalent degree required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience, with a demonstrated track record of managing a library collection preferably in professional services, consulting, or law firm.
  • Minimum two years of supervisory/management experience. 
  • Expertise with Bloomberg Terminal, Capital IQ/Capital IQ Pro, LSEG, and other financial and legal databases required. 
  • Membership in the American Association of Law Librarians, the American Library Association, or similar organization preferred.
  • Strong business acumen.
  • Excellent writing, editorial, and oral communication skills. 
  • Detail and results-oriented project manager with excellent interpersonal and organization skills. 
  • Excellent time-management and multi-tasking skills and the ability to excel in a team-oriented, collaborative, and fast-paced environment. 
  • Ability to be flexible to changing circumstances and effectively work under pressure.
  • May require more than 40.0 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.

What you can expect from us

We are committed to providing an exceptional employee experience. You can expect:

  • Competitive compensation—the salary range for this position is $150,000 to $180,000. This position is also eligible for bonus compensation on a discretionary basis. The actual salary offered for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including qualifications and experience, education, external market data, and internal equity. 
  • Comprehensive benefits package—includes tuition reimbursement up to $75K, low healthcare premiums, wellness benefits, and more! To learn more about our benefits offerings, click here. 
  • Hybrid work environment with three coordinated in-office days per week.
  • Open culture where your voice is heard, your input is sought, and your contributions are rewarded.
  • Fun and engaging culture including frequent social events.
  • Amenities that include a fitness center, rooftop terrace, standing desks, espresso, fresh fruit, breakfast and afternoon snack, billiards, and ping pong.
  • Employee-driven community outreach program featuring fundraising events (e.g., trivia, game shows, cooking competitions, etc.), volunteer opportunities, and matching funds along with our pro bono program.
  • Investment in your career through training programs, an assigned mentor and peer coach, and frequent feedback.
  • Networking opportunities through employee interest groups, Women’s Network, International Network, Diversity-Inclusion Council, and BWProud Network.

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a resume and cover letter on our website at https://www.bateswhite.com/careers-openings.html.

Position: Chief, Public Services Division
Location: Washington, DC
Posted: USAJobs
Salary: $169,279 to – $197,200 per year

The incumbent serves as the Supervisor of the Public Services Division of the Law Library of Congress and is responsible for the daily operations of the division, including the Law Library Reading Room. The incumbent serves under the administrative supervision of the Director of the Global Legal Research Directorate. 

The incumbent works highly independently, exercising considerable judgment and carries out duties and responsibilities in accordance with broad overall guidelines and policies.

Performs the administrative and human resource management functions related to the staff supervised. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff, which are clearly communicated through the formal employee performance management system. Observes workers’ performance; demonstrates and completes work performance critiques. Provides informal feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. Prepares work improvement plans, recommending personnel actions as needed. Provides advice and counsel to workers related to work and administrative matters. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area. Reviews and approves or disapproves leave requests.

Responsible for advancing the objectives of equal employment opportunity (EEO) by taking positive steps to adhere to nondiscriminatory employment practices in regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. Initiates nondiscriminatory practices for the area under his/her supervision in the following; (1) merit promotion of employees and recruitment and hiring of applicants; (2) fair treatment of all; (3) encouragement and recognition of employee achievements; (4) career development of employees; and (5) full utilization of their skills.

Reviews division’s services to ensure they meet professional standards and policy guidelines and are responsive to the needs of Law Library’s constituencies. Communicates LLC-wide strategic goals and priorities to employees within the division. Oversees the implementation and communication of policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines to staff. Provides ongoing consultation, guidance and advice to staff to ensure that staff focus on and provide appropriate services that best meet the needs of Law Library’s users. Maintains the currency, comprehensiveness, and integrity of legal information resources by identifying, assessing, and organizing materials used and anticipated to be needed by the Public Services Division. Monitors the size, location, condition and security of the Reading Room collections. In the context of Law Library’s needs, works with the Collection Services Division to set priorities and policies for acquisition, storage and exchange of materials and disposal of excess assets.

Assignments consist of a broad range of information activities or require substantial depth of analysis, and typically require resolving problems in information access and dissemination in particularly difficult and responsible circumstances. Reviews and analyzes significant issues in information research and dissemination. Renders services to Members of Congress and their staffs, and officials inside and outside the Library of Congress and other Law Library constituents. Conducts research and analysis in topics in field of expertise, providing authoritative and definitive results. Provides in-depth analysis on complex questions, requirements, and priorities.

Initiates, establishes, and maintains professional relationships with librarians and other specialists in order to share resources and information as well as to coordinate workflow within Law Library. As a consultant, makes recommendations regarding major changes in program areas. Explains or presents specialized or technical information to individuals or groups with varying backgrounds or levels of experience.

Organizes, develops, and implements plans for specific projects. Directs and shapes the character and overall nature of projects. Oversees project from conception through development, production, and guidance to subordinate supervisors. Participates in planning work, including formulating goals and objectives, and identifying opportunities for improvements in methods and procedures. Manages a variety of functions simultaneously and with flexibility to work under competing demands and deadlines. 

Position: Librarian (Serials and eResources)
Location: Washington, DC
Posted: USAJobs
Salary: $102,415 to – $133,142 per year

The Librarian (Serials and eResources) is responsible for managing the lifecycle and access for digital and print serials and electronic resources.  Plays a key role in the review and selection of resources.  Is the lead in the purchase, management and license negotiation of electronic resources.  Is the point of contact for access of eResources.  

In this position, you will:

  • Manage acquisitions of electronic resources and serials, including negotiating with vendors and providers of digital content to serve the research needs of the Libraries’ and Institution.
  • Assists in developing operating plans, including managing Discovery, Acquisitions, and Technical Services (DATS) eSerials and eResources budget(s), vendor relationships, and contractual agreements.
  • Supervises four or fewer staff in serials, eResources and cataloging.