Quick Summary
The Minnesota Judicial Branch, State Law Library currently has an opening for a part-time librarian in the Law Library Service to Prisoners (LLSP) program.
Text courtesy of Liz Reppe, State Law Librarian, Minnesota State Law Library
The Minnesota Judicial Branch, State Law Library currently has an opening for a part-time librarian in the Law Library Service to Prisoners (LLSP) program. Under an Inter-Agency Agreement between the Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) and the Minnesota State Law Library (MSLL), LLSP provides law library service to inmates incarcerated in Minnesota or otherwise under DOC jurisdiction. The LLSP librarian provides legal information services to inmates by responding to written request and online. The work involves responsibility for performing a wide range of professional library tasks and may involve providing work direction to paraprofessionals, interns or volunteers. Work is performed independently under the general supervision of a Library Division Supervisor.
This part-time, permanent position is classified as a Librarian. Work will be performed predominantly during normal business hours, Monday through Friday and is based out of the State Law Library located at the Minnesota Judicial Center in St. Paul, Minnesota and within State Correctional Facilities. The Minnesota Judicial Branch offers a comprehensive benefits package. To learn more about benefits, click here.
Example of Duties
The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform:
- Research and respond to legal information requests received from inmates through written requests, by phone, and during in person or online visits to the prisons.
- Create standard responses for frequently asked questions and ensure that they remain current.
- Compete Public Services projects – 5 hours per week.
Typical Qualifications
Any combination of education, training, and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below will be considered.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an approved four-year college or university supplemented by Master’s degree from (or current enrollment in) an ALA accredited program.
- 2 -3 years of experience working in a library, a related field, or conducting legal research.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Familiarity with legal research.
- Ability to effectively work with marginalized communities.
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
- Self-motivated and detail oriented.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience conducting legal research.
- Experience working with marginalized communities.
Supplemental Information
The Minnesota Judicial Branch (MJB) is committed to providing fair and equal access to justice. If you share this same commitment, desire a meaningful career serving the public, and want the opportunity to make a difference for your community, consider a career with us. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and encourage applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and characteristics. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB.
ANTICIPATED HIRING SALARY RANGE: $25.72 - $32.78 per hour ($26,852 - $34,222 annually)
FULL ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE: $25.72 - $39.83 per hour ($26,852 - $41,583 annually). Starting salary will be based on the selected candidate's level of experience and related skills.
TO APPLY: Apply on the Minnesota Judicial Branch Career Opportunities website. Complete and submit your online application with resume and cover letter attached by August 17, 2021 at 11:59pm. Employment offers may be rescinded if the required criminal background check identifies job related convictions. If you have any questions, call 651-297-7658.
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting HR, daniel.blackburn@courts.state.mn.us.
