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Temporary Faculty - Reference Librarian

Position Number: 7178027
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Libraries

Temporary Faculty - Reference Librarian

Posting Number: TF00063P
Advertising Pay Range: $55,000 - $70,000, commensurate with experience
Location: Moscow
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Position Control Number: 9681
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FTE: 1
Contract Basis: Fiscal Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 06/22/2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
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Position Summary:

The Reference and Electronic Resources Librarian is located at the University of Idahos Moscow, Idaho campus and works under the supervision and general direction of the Director of the Law Library. This position is responsible for the Law Librarys collection development operations, policies, and decisions; selects print resources for addition to the law library collection; determines appropriate disposition of free and gift materials; informs and discusses needs and selection with law faculty regarding materials to be added to the collection to support the academic progress of the College of Law and the research interests of the faculty; and reviews and oversees the operations of the Technical Services unit. In addition, this position provides reference and research support services to law school students, faculty, staff, members of the University community, and the general public; teaches Introduction to Legal Research or other research courses; prepares presentations, lectures, or other materials on specific legal research topics and use of the law library collection; and completes other duties as assigned. The Reference and Electronic Resources Librarian is expected to keep abreast of current trends and advances in all aspects of law librarianship, legal research, and legal education through active membership in professional associations. The Reference and Electronic Resources Librarian reports to the Director of the Law Library.

The College of Law and Law Library are located on the main campus of the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho. The College has a vibrant satellite campus in Boise, Idaho at which the Idaho State Law Library is located. The College of Law Library administers and manages the Idaho State Law Library pursuant to a Memorandum of Understanding with the Idaho Supreme Court. The Law Library participates in the Orbis Cascade Alliance, a consortium of 37 academic libraries in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, with access to over 28 million items.

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https://www.uidaho.edu/law

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Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 30%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 10%
Outreach & Extension: 5%
University Service & Leadership: 55%

Minimum Education/Degree Required:

Juris Doctor from ABA accredited law school
Masters Degree in library or information science from ALA accredited library school

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Experience Teaching

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Posting Date: 05/21/2026
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Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by June 1st, 2026 will receive first consideration.

Required documents for application are (1) Resume/CV; (2) Letter of Qualification addressing whether you satisfy each of the required and preferred qualifications for the position; (3) List of three references

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Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51617

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.