Assistant Law Librarian - Part time Job at Clark County Washington in Portland

**Knowledge of:** legal terminology, procedures, and both print and online research; principles and practices of record keeping and documentation; legal terminology and procedures to allow an understanding of what patrons are asking for when patrons themselves do not know; principles and practices of general library administration and reference techniques.**Ability to:** work well with a varied patron base consisting of judges, attorneys, students, and pro se patrons, some of whom may be angry or have difficulty communicating their needs; communicate clearly to patrons; be able to understand what patrons are asking for and provide information that is likely to assist them including the ability to ask patrons questions to determine the legal procedure involved in a situation; prioritize and multitask to accomplish assigned work with high level of accuracy; be self-motivated; communicate clearly and collaborate regularly with Law Librarian; manage long-term projects; understand the meaning of legal advice and avoid providing it; type at a speed of at least 45 wpm; effectively use both print and online legal resources; sit and stand for long periods; climb stools and ladders; very occasionally lift boxes up to 40 pounds.**Resume and Cover Letter (Pass/Fail)**– To be considered, please provide both resume and cover letter. **Resume and Cover Letter are REQUIRED**. Include as an attachment a cover letter stating why you are interested in this position and addressing your knowledge and abilities relating to the qualifications and attributes outlined in the job announcement.Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at . Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at .With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.**Screening Process**Candidates will be evaluated based on the content of their applications and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.Some recruitments may require the following:Assessment, Cover Letter, Practical Exam, Evidence of a valid driver’s license, Criminal Background Check or other requirements.Oral Interviews are conducted with a panel of interviewers. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring department.Employment References may be conducted for the final candidates, including verification of education.**You can get more information about job descriptions, pay schedule and employee benefits on the Clark County Human Resources website at** **.** #J-18808-Ljbffr