Library/Knowledge Management Analyst
Richards, Layton & Finger, Delaware’s largest law firm, is currently seeking a highly motivated and resourceful Library/Knowledge Management Analyst in Wilmington, DE. This role requires working collaboratively and cooperatively with Library Services and Central Records. Individual will perform a variety of job duties and responsibilities including:
- Collect, organize and manage the firm’s internal knowledge base;
- Develop and undertake business/legal research related conflicts due diligence analysis;
- Perform legal and business research;
- Design, develop and continuous improvement of existing knowledge assets and related learning materials;
- Analyze information requirements and providing services to develop and maintain information in the form of knowledge assets;
- Ensure accuracy, timeliness and usability of available knowledge on an ongoing basis for internal distribution.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree MLS, MLIS or JD required;
- 3+ years legal knowledge management experience with a medium-to-large law firm or other professional environment developing a knowledge management program;
- Requires knowledge and practical experience of knowledge management concepts and tools including software applications and IT systems;
- Must have good judgment and decision making skills;
- Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently.
- Must have the ability analyze issues and problems systematically, gather broad and balanced input, draw sound conclusions and translate conclusions into timely decisions and actions;
- Must have advanced PC skills. Proficiency in collaboration applications (SharePoint preferred), online research, legal databases and Microsoft Suite, Intranet Management,
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to train others and to communicate complex concepts in simple language.
Temporary Covid-19 Specifications:
- This Firm is currently working remotely, but all support staff will be required to return to the standard office setting and schedule upon Firm request.
- The Firm follows cleaning and social distancing protocols recommended by public health authorities and provides Personal Protective Equipment.
- Employees are required to consent to daily screening (verifying the lack of any symptoms) when they work in the office.
For immediate consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume to Admincareers@rlf.com. EOE
Library Filing Clerk
Richards, Layton & Finger, Delaware’s largest law firm, seeks a Library Filing Clerk for its Wilmington, DE location. The standard hours for this position are 9:00am-5:30pm. The Library Filing Clerk reports to the Library Manager and performs a variety of library duties including research and processing of books and materials according to established policies and procedures. Observes confidentiality of client matters.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: “Essential functions“ are primarily job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.
- Organizes, catalogs and maintains records and invoices on print and electronic subscriptions, loose-leaf services, legislative publications, software and hard-bound books.
- Files and shelves all materials for library in an orderly manner, including re-shelving of books.
- Ensures that all publications on routing lists are promptly distributed.
- Maintains routing lists, shelf list and current volume and title count.
- Receives, opens, sorts, and processes library mail daily.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Approximately one year of experience in the information profession required in order to understand principles of library science and library policies and procedures.
- Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of attorneys and staff to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact.
- Work occasionally requires a high level of mental effort and strain when answering a high volume of requests for information and performing other essential duties.
- Ability to retrieve and distribute print volumes, push and pull carts of mail, packages and books weighing up to 20 pounds and ability to retrieve and replace objects from shelves of up to 8 feet high.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Access, as well as experience with standard office equipment, including personal computer, photocopiers, and telephone.
Working Conditions:
Normal office/library environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.
Temporary COVID-19 Specifications:
- This position is currently working on a hybrid schedule, but all support staff will be required to return to the standard office setting and schedule upon Firm request.
- The Firm follows cleaning and social distancing protocols recommended by public health authorities and provides Personal Protective Equipment.
- Employees are required to consent to daily screening (verifying the lack of any symptoms) when they work in the office.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
For immediate consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume to Admincareers@rlf.com. EOE
