Law Library Manager

Harbor is seeking a Law Library Manager for its Research and Intelligence division. This full-time, fully remote role offers the opportunity to lead client-facing library services while guiding a high-performing team to deliver the exceptional service using innovative legal technology solutions.

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Responsibilities:

Team Leadership:

• Supervise and provide guidance to department staff, including training, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development.
• Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of projects.

Operations Management:

• Oversee the maintenance and optimization of the Client’s integrated library system (ILS) and other related digital platforms.
• Ensure accurate cataloging, classification, and indexing of resources in line with industry standards and best practices.
• Manage the acquisition and processing of physical and electronic resources, with a particular emphasis on electronic resource management.
• Collaborate with vendors and IT staff to resolve technical issues and ensure optimal performance of department systems.

Digital Resource Management:

• Oversee the development and implementation of strategies for organizing, maintaining, and managing the digital collection.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, resources, and platforms to enhance access and usability of digital resources.
• Monitor copyright compliance and licensing agreements for digital materials, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards.

Budgeting and Reporting:

• Manage resource costs within budget and prepare annual budgets aligned with Client expectations.
• Assist with the negotiation of renewals and new contracts, leveraging attorney usage and feedback to drive cost discussions.

Emergent Technology:

• Participate in the rollout and training for AI-powered legal research and other electronic research tools.
• Partner with IT and business services to evaluate and implement emerging technologies that support the library and research department.
• Stay informed on trends in legal tech and library innovation.

Research Support:

• Oversee research and intelligence activities and occasionally deliver research and intelligence insights directly to client(s).
• Maintain awareness of emerging trends and best practices in legal research and information retrieval, particularly areas that overlap with Client(s) specific areas of practice.
• Lead appropriate practice group or department outreach specific to Client needs

Project Management:

• Lead and participate in various Client initiatives and projects, such as system upgrades, digitization efforts, and collection assessments.
• Develop project plans, set timelines, and allocate resources to ensure successful project completion.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and outcomes to stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent, required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical services or library systems management, preferably in a law firm or corporate setting.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience managing or leading a library or library function.
• Strong knowledge of library technologies, integrated library systems (ILS), and digital resource management.
• Deep familiarity with legal research tools and databases, such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, or Bloomberg Law.
• Experience managing a team and leading projects, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in law libraries and information services. Experience using and/ or training on generative or agentic AI applications in legal is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.