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The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library at The Catholic University of America School of Law is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Access Services. This position is ideal for an established librarian who is ready to join an experienced, collegial team that is committed to reimagining library services for our patrons. The successful candidate will oversee the department’s core functions, including circulation, course reserves, and the interlibrary loan and resource sharing operations. The successful candidate will supervise a professional librarian, a paraprofessional, and 20-25 part-time student employees. We offer generous vacation, holiday and retirement benefits, in addition to work from home opportunities.
The Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library is located on the campus of The Catholic University of America, the largest university campus in the District of Columbia, and a short Metro ride to downtown D.C. and Capitol Hill. The campus is ideally situated in the Brookland neighborhood of Washington, D.C., one of the most vibrant and exciting communities in the city.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Provides overall coordination of the Access Services Department. Develops and implements effective procedures for all aspects of access services, including maintenance of user accounts, loan rules and borrowing policies for the library’s physical collection, interlibrary loan and resource sharing operations, library signage, and part-time student employee procedures.
2. Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates professional librarians, and paraprofessionals within the Access Services Department. Drafts job descriptions and policies, and sets goals, priorities, and performance measures. Provides coaching and ongoing professional development.
3. Oversees the Access Services Librarian and Access Services Manager in the hiring, training, and day-to-day supervisory responsibilities of part-time student employees. Serves as a resource for both operational and managerial problem-solving for the department.
4. Works with the Director and other Assistant Directors to maintain the library’s access policy, operating hours, emergency procedures, and overall use of the library’s public spaces and collection. This includes: working with various departments within the Law School and University campus to ensure access to the library; advising on WRLC policies and initiatives related to resource sharing, including Shared Collections Facility (SCF), Consortium Loan Service (CLS) and WRLC delivery service.
5. In cooperation with the Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian, oversees operations of all areas of the Library’s integrated library system related to circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan and resource sharing, and user records.
6. Serves as the Depository Library Coordinator for the Federal Depository Library Program. Assists the Director with mandatory reporting requirements, such as the biennial survey.
Please see the full position description:
https://staff-cua.icims.com/jobs/17417/assistant-director-of-access-services/job
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years as a professional librarian in an academic library, with law library experience preferred.
- Required experience with the following:
- supervising librarians and/or paraprofessionals.
- circulation, interlibrary loan, and/or other public services work.
- Outstanding communication skills for engaging with a diverse clientele, including faculty, law students, and library users.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Ex Libris’ Alma and Primo VE.
How to Apply:
Please complete an online application, and upload BOTH a resume and a tailored cover letter. We ask that your cover letter specifically details your experience and scope in supervising professional and/or paraprofessional staff. (Note: A cover letter is required for an application to be considered.) Although the position will remain vacant until filled, first consideration will be given to applications received before June 15th, 2026.
To apply for this job please visit staff-cua.icims.com.