Creighton University is hiring: Senior Reference and Outreach Librarian in Omaha

Overview

Senior Reference and Outreach Librarian at Creighton University, Omaha, NE. Works in the Klutznick Law Library and McGrath North Mullin & Kratz Legal Research Center. The Reference and Outreach Librarian serves as a pivotal liaison between the law library and its academic community, supporting research, instructional services, and faculty engagement. This position contributes to outreach initiatives and manages reference services to enhance access to legal information and research support.

Responsibilities

• Lead reference services: oversee direction, coordination, and delivery of legal reference across the law library; manage resources, personnel, and initiatives to ensure high-quality research support.
• Reference Operations & Coordination: manage the reference schedule, coordinate monthly reference team meetings, and respond to reference questions during scheduled desk shifts and outside designated hours.
• Reference Collection & Resource Development: oversee development of the reference collection, review new titles, lead LibGuides, manage reference handouts, maintain NOLO materials and related content, and supervise access to research tools via public access terminals; coordinate maintenance with designated access services staff.
• Outreach and Instruction: develop and implement outreach initiatives to engage students, faculty, and staff; co-teach research and instructional classes; monitor external trends and best practices to adapt outreach efforts.
• Faculty Services: act as primary faculty liaison for library services; identify faculty research needs, support discrete and long-term research projects, and hire, train, and supervise student research assistants for faculty support.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• M.L.S. or equivalent from an ALA-accredited library school, or current enrollment in an ALA-accredited M.L.S. or equivalent program.
• Experience in teaching, outreach planning, and legal research consultation preferred.
• Familiarity with reference collection development and LibGuide creation.

How To Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply with a cover letter and up-to-date resume attached to the online application. If you have questions or need assistance, contact hr@creighton.edu

AAP/EEO Statement

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University hires qualified employees and admits qualified students without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other protected status. Its programs are administered without unlawful discrimination.

Disclosure

This description describes the general nature of work and does not include an exhaustive list of duties, skills, or abilities. Regular attendance is an essential function, and employees may be required to work beyond normal hours as workloads necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resources office at 3006 Webster Street, Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties and responsibilities at any time with or without notice.

About Us

Creighton University is committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and education. Applicants with disabilities needing accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HR@creighton.edu.