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Overview
Reference Librarian – San Francisco Law Library
Location: San Francisco, CA | Full-Time | On-site
Salary Range: $70,000-85,000, generous salary and benefits package including retirement, medical, vacation, and sick leave.
About the San Francisco Law Library
The San Francisco Law Library is the public law library of the City and County of San Francisco. Our mission is to ensure access to legal information and resources for the judiciary, the public, the bar, and city, county, and state officials. We provide a robust legal collection, research databases, and expert reference services to meet the community’s diverse needs.
Position Summary
The Reference Librarian connects patrons with legal information, providing high-quality legal reference and information services in print and electronic formats. The role designs user-friendly guides and tools, conducts in-depth legal research, and provides instruction on legal resources. The position engages with a variety of patrons, from self-represented litigants to attorneys and judges, in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Superior Reference and Research Services
- Conduct reference interviews to determine the best print and electronic resources for patron needs.
- Provide skilled and tailored reference services in person and electronically.
- Perform both immediate reference and complex, in-depth legal research.
- Assist both lawyers and non-lawyers in accessing and understanding legal resources.
- Educate and Empower Patrons
- Instruct patrons in the effective use of legal databases, library catalog, and research tools.
- Create and maintain research guides, pathfinders, and user-friendly library tools.
- Conduct library tours and orientation sessions to introduce patrons to services and resources.
- Enhance Collections and Technology
- Recommend collection acquisitions, retention, and withdrawals.
- Research and suggest new technologies to improve library services.
- Assist with newsletters, digital content, and promotional materials.
- Foster Community Outreach
- Collaborate to deliver library programs and educational efforts.
- Support outreach initiatives that strengthen the library’s role as a trusted legal information resource.
- Support Library Operations
- Staff reference and information desks; provide circulation support as needed.
- Interpret and explain library policies and procedures.
- Maintain a positive, professional, and approachable presence when assisting patrons.
Qualifications
Mandatory Requirements
- JD or MLS degree from an accredited law or library school.
- Minimum of two years of law library reference experience.
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated expertise with legal databases and research tools.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
- Thorough knowledge of legal resources, both print and digital.
- Strong customer service orientation with the ability to assist a diverse patron base.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and work independently or as part of a team.
- Familiarity with emerging library technologies and digital platforms.
- Enthusiasm for public service and access to justice.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can learn more about the San Francisco Law Library by visiting the website. Please submit a single PDF file that includes a cover letter, resume, and statement of qualifications to tosflawlibrary@sfgov.org. Priority will be given to applications received by October 3, 2025. Position open until filled.
Supplemental Questions
The position of solo librarian requires the ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and be an independent worker. Please describe in detail your experience of independently managing all facets of a law library.
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision benefits program
- 14 paid holidays per calendar year
- Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
- 1 personal holiday per year
- CalPERS Retirement Plan
- 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- FlexElect Program