Associate Law Librarian Job at Maine Legislature in Augusta

Overview

ASSOCIATE LAW LIBRARIAN

MAINE STATE LEGISLATURE
Augusta, Maine

The Maine Legislature’s Law and Legislative Reference Library, a nonpartisan staff office of the Legislative Council, is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Associate Law Librarian. This position provides complex and diverse legal research to library patrons and oversees the library’s acquisitions operations, including ordering and processing new materials, creating and updating ILS records, submitting claims, and contributing to collections decisions. Employees in this position work in the Augusta library, are enthusiastic about public service and supporting the work of the Maine legislature, and conduct themselves in a highly confidential, professional, and nonpartisan manner. Overtime may be required during the legislative session.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex and diverse legal research to library patrons.
• Oversee acquisitions operations, including ordering and processing new materials.
• Create and update ILS records and submit claims.
• Contribute to collections decisions and related activities.
• Work in a confidential, professional, and nonpartisan manner in support of the Maine Legislature.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in library science or current enrollment in a Master’s program in library science.
• At least 3 years of library experience (technical services experience is preferred).
• Proven competence using an Integrated Library System (ILS), various online research platforms, and print research materials.
• Attention to detail; excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $63,440.00 to $88,254.40. Bi-weekly value details for some State-paid benefits for full-time employees include: dental insurance $15.22 per bi-weekly period; retirement contributions at 14.11% of the employee’s pay; and health insurance premiums at least 85% covered (approximately $494.07).

Application

Application deadline: September 26, 2025.

Submit your application, resume, and cover letter online through the Maine Legislature’s job opportunities website: https://legislature.maine.gov/execdir/job-opportunities/9281

Application questions may be directed to Amanda Goldsmith by phone at 207-287-1615.