Fredrikson & Byron P.A., one of the largest business law firms in Minneapolis, currently has a position in our Library and Research Services Department for an Electronic Resources Librarian.  Responsibilities include:

·         Working with library staff and prospective users to evaluate new electronic resources for purchase.  Includes gathering information on cost, relevancy, and authoritativeness.

·         Managing the firm’s digital resource portfolio through the resources’ life-cycle. Purchasing new electronic resources, coordinating necessary training with library staff, managing passwords and license information, providing usage statistics related to the renewal, and coordinating steps to discontinue access.

·         Providing first-level support to users of electronic resources such as BNA, CCH, RIA Checkpoint and others.

·         Serving as administrator of the firm’s electronic resources management system (OneLog). Monitoring its effectiveness, coordinating and evaluating data on electronic resource usage, and implementing improvements as identified.

·         Facilitating implementation of new tools and resources that enable attorneys to more efficiently access electronic research resources.

Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Library Science and 2+ years of relevant work experience in supporting electronic resource lifecycle activities.  Experience resolving product and service issues with vendors, outstanding communication, collaboration and client service skills also required.  Prefer experience working in law firms or other professional services and experience with business and/or legal research tools, such as Lexis or Westlaw, CCH, BNA, PLC, BLAW and others.

We offer a highly competitive salary, benefits package and excellent work environment.  For consideration, send resume and salary requirements to:

Jennifer J. Larson

Fredrikson & Byron

200 South Sixth Street, Suite 4000

Minneapolis, MN 55402

jlarson@fredlaw.com