Legal Staff Librarian in Saint Louis, MO

Law Firm

Saint Louis, MO

Legal Staff Librarian in Saint Louis, MO

Legal Staff

No

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Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 DOE

H1: Director of Research and Knowledge Management at Law Firm
H2: Join Our Team at a Leading Law Firm

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- Seeking Experienced Director of Research and Knowledge Management
- Join Our Team at a Top Law Firm
- Competitive Salary Range: $150,000 - $200,000 DOE
- Multiple Office Locations: Indianapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Naples, Phoenix, St. Louis, Tampa, or Tucson
- Master's Degree in Library and Information Studies Required
- Strong Technical Skills and Experience in Research Leadership Roles Preferred
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment

The Law Firm is seeking a Director of Research and Knowledge Management to join our team at one of our multiple office locations including Indianapolis, Madison, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Naples, Phoenix, St. Louis, Tampa, or Tucson. The ideal candidate will have a Master of Arts in Library and Information Studies or a similar graduate degree, extensive experience in research leadership roles, and strong technical skills with legal research platforms. A competitive salary range of $150,000 - $200,000 DOE is offered for this position.

As the Director of Research and Knowledge Management, you will be responsible for providing Knowledge Management (KM) consulting, services, and resources to the firm's Practice Groups and Administrative departments. You will work closely with Practice Group leaders and Practice Group Administrators to develop proactive relationships and collaborate on information strategies that increase productivity and enhance revenue opportunities. In addition, you will ensure that all research activities meet high standards of quality and ethical guidelines.

In this role, you will also be responsible for managing and coordinating the firm-wide development of all library resources and electronic information. This includes conducting regular meetings with PGAs to understand the information and KM needs of each Practice Group, analyzing requests for information and resources, and assisting with the deployment, training, and support of research and KM applications and services. You will also play a key role in developing and maintaining the Virtual Library and current awareness and dissemination services on the firm's intranet.

To excel in this role, you should have a Master's degree in Library and Information Studies or a similar graduate degree, extensive experience in research leadership roles, and strong technical skills with legal research platforms. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are also required, along with a strong customer service attitude. The ability to work well under pressure, problem-solve, and multitask is essential, as well as the ability to lead, train, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.

As the Director of Research and Knowledge Management, you will also have the opportunity to serve as an ambassador, steward, and advocate for the Research and KM Teams. You will collaborate with other IT Managers to design and implement long- and short-term goals and objectives, and you will be responsible for developing and managing budgets for areas of assigned responsibility.

At the Law Firm, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and belonging within our team. We believe in promoting behaviors that support these values and encourage our staff to emulate them. As the Director of Research and Knowledge Management, you will play a key role in instilling and strengthening this culture within your team.

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, you will also be responsible for supervising assigned staff, conducting formal performance evaluations, and providing training and support for new departmental employees. You will have the opportunity to motivate and support your team and ensure that they are working together to achieve the firm's and the department's vision.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced professional with a passion for research and knowledge management, we encourage you to apply for the Director of Research and Knowledge Management position at the Law Firm. Join our team at a leading law firm and make a difference in the legal industry. Apply now and take the next step in your career!