Manager of Research Services

Department/Practice Group: Information Resources

Location: Minneapolis

Company Description

Faegre Baker Daniels, LLP is dedicated to serving the legal needs of local, national, and international businesses. From offices in the United States, United Kingdom, and China, our staff of more than 1600 lawyers, consultants, paraprofessionals, administrative and operations professionals provide the expertise necessary to solve complex business challenges and work together to provide an exceptional experience for our clients.

Guiding Principles

One firm globally, committed to clients first, through high performance.

Job Description

Faegre Baker Daniels has an exciting opportunity for a Research Services Manager to work in our Information Resources group. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the research and reference functions within Information Resources, including planning, managing and overseeing the research teams in all US offices. You will also be responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·     Manage the research staff by hiring, training and evaluating team members

·     Prioritize the work for members of the Research Services team and offer research coverage during all business hours

·     Ensure quality in responses to queries handled by Information Resources

·     Lead development of research and reference services and product offerings

·     Manage development and training sessions for Research Librarians

·     Partner with the Director of Information Resources in the development of strategic plans and yearly objectives and goals

Job Requirements

·     Master’s degree in Library and Information Sciences; J.D. desired

·     Minimum of six years of professional experience in a law library; large law firm experience is desired

·     Four years of supervisory experience, or applicable work experience

·     Knowledgeable about a wide variety of information sources both legal and non-legal and the ability to evaluate appropriateness or usefulness for the firm

·     Experienced in the use of electronic databases and in providing training on these systems for end users

E-Verify

Faegre Baker Daniels LLP participates in the federal government's E-Verify program. With all new hires, we provide the Social Security Administration and, when applicable, the US Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization

EEO Policy

Faegre Baker Daniels, LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, status with regard to public assistance or any status protected by applicable law.

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