Professor of Law, Legal Practice and Emerging Technologies Librarian
- University of the Pacific
- Sacramento, CA, USA
- Oct 07, 2025
Job Description
Professor of Law, Legal Practice and Emerging Technologies Librarian
Primary Purpose and Essential Functions:
The University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law invites applications for the position of Professor of Law, Legal Practice and Emerging Technologies Librarian. This faculty appointment combines responsibilities for library technologies and systems management, reference and instructional services, and teaching in the legal research and writing program. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the research and teaching needs of law students and faculty while advancing the integration of emerging technologies into legal education.
Primary Purpose
The Professor of Law, Legal Practice and Emerging Technologies Librarian leads the implementation, management and maintenance of library technologies and systems, including online databases and services. The position also provides reference and instructional assistance. The position also provides reference and instructional support and contributes to the law school's legal research and writing program through teaching.
Essential Functions
Electronic Resources Management
- Manage electronic information resources, including authentication, licensing, and vendor payments.
- Maintain the library's proxy service to ensure reliable access to digital content.
- Evaluate and recommend electronic resources; coordinate trials and analyze usage data to inform collection development.
Reference and Instructional Services
- Provide reference and research support to students, faculty, and staff.
- Design and deliver instruction on legal research and library resources through classes, workshops, seminars, and individual consultations.
Teaching
- Teach in the School of Law's legal research and writing program.
- Collaborate with faculty to integrate research instruction into the law school curriculum.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school, or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- M.L.S., M.L.I.S., or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program.
- Demonstrated knowledge of legal research in print and electronic formats.
- Three or more years of relevant professional experience, preferably in an academic law library.
- Experience teaching legal research, or the ability and interest to develop expertise as a classroom instructor.
- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed during standard hours; Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines.
Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
Special Instructions:
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled/ or the date.
To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/31331
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Why Work at Pacific?
Our Mission
University of the Pacific is a mission-driven organization, focused on creating the next generation of leaders in a wide array of disciplines through student-centered teaching and research that blends learning in classrooms, laboratories and studios with real-world experiences partnering with organizations across northern California. No matter the job, every employee at Pacific is part of contributing to the mission of California’s first university, which ranks in the Top 20 in the West and Top 100 in the U.S.
Our Values
Our shared values are at the heart of who we are as Pacificans and represent what we do best. These values — excellence, community engagement, diversity and inclusion, integrity and accountability, respect and civility — provide a shared sense of purpose and identity. They foster a culture that recognizes and rewards the talents and commitment of our people, and cultivate an environment of innovation, inclusiveness and respect.
Our Workplaces
Pacific has three unique campuses across northern California. The largest campus is found in Stockton in the heart of the Central Valley. The 175-acre campus is regularly ranked as one of the most beautiful college campuses in America. As the only college on the West Coast that uses collegiate gothic architecture, the Pacific campus conjures up images of the brick-and-ivy campuses seen at traditional East Coast colleges, and the soothing tones of the carillon bells help create a truly special work environment. The campus also is home to the Faye Spanos Concert Hall, where employees can enjoy the work of students from the Conservatory of Music and guest artists. Employees also can enjoy watching Division I athletic competitions. Pacific is a member of the West Coast Conference and has 17 D-I sports.
The university also has campuses in Sacramento and San Francisco. The Sacramento campus is located in the Oak Park neighborhood, just a few blocks from new stores, restaurants, cafes and apartments created by former Mayor Kevin Johnson. In San Francisco, Pacific is housed in a state-of-the-art building in the heart of downtown on Fifth Street, walking distance from world-class shopping, dining and cultural venues.
Our Benefits
Pacific offers a unique and powerful set of benefits for its employees with your individual needs in mind. We know that employees come with differing needs that can change and grow just as you and your family's needs may change over time. A few of our benefits we like to highlight are:
- Pacific contributes 10% toward employee retirement each paycheck
- Pacific offers up to 90% tuition remission and exchange for employees and their dependents
- Pacific offers 14 paid holidays and seasonal days each year in addition to regular vacation days.
Pacific also provides affordable and high-quality comprehensive benefits to support employees' varied needs. We invite you to explore our Health Benefits, Income Protection plans, Financial Planning benefits and Work-Life Balance programs.
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