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Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Research Librarian

Portland, OR · On-site +1

$105K - $111K/yr

... * Assist with various administrative duties and projects as necessary Join us if you have: * 3+ years of legal reference and research experience, preferably in a law or corporate library * Master ...

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Law Library Circulation Desk Assistant

Lewis & Clark College

Portland, OR • On-site

$16.80/hr

Other

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I APPLY?
Welcome! We're excited that you're interested in applying for a position at Lewis & Clark College. Before you get started, here are a few important things to keep in mind:
  • Returning Applicants: If you've previously been hired for a position at Lewis & Clark College, we'd love to see you back! Please close this window and log into your Workday account using your LC credentials. You can easily apply through the Talent and Performance icon on your home page.
  • New Applicants: If you're applying for the first time, we encourage you to prepare your resume and gather your I-9 documents in advance. This will help streamline your application and hiring process! For more information and resources, please visit our Student Employment Resources.
WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?
Law Library Circulation Desk (Lara Elliott)
WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?
5420 Non Work Study, Boley Library - Law
WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?
2026-07-23
2026-08-03
JOB PURPOSE:
Law Library Circulation Desk Assistants are essential members of the Circulation and Resource Sharing team. Our student staff help to create and maintain a welcoming atmosphere by greeting everyone who enters the Law Library and by providing helpful friendly service to every patron who approaches the desk.
PREREQUISITES FOR ELIGIBILITY:
  • Resume, uploaded
  • Cover letter, uploaded
  • Currently enrolled Lewis & Clark student in good standing and/or enrolled for Fall 2026
  • Must be available to work evenings and weekends, including during reading and final exams periods
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Law Library Circulation Desk Assistant is responsible for opening and closing the Law Library, assisting with the operations of the Circulation Desk and maintaining the integrity of the Law Library collection.
Specific duties include:
  • Opening and closing the Law Library
  • Greeting visitors as they enter and exit the library
  • Checking materials in and out
  • Communicating with patrons about library policies and procedures
  • Answering general informational questions from patrons, both in-person and over the telephone
  • Referring patron questions to a supervisor or Reference Librarians as appropriate
  • Collecting and recording patron fines and fees
  • Re-shelving materials and shelf reading
  • Assisting staff with set up and tear down of library displays
  • Scanning, copying, and performing other resource sharing activities as necessary
  • Assisting patrons with use of the copier, scanner, microform reader, and online catalog
  • Collecting and distributing campus mail
  • Pick up and delivery of interlibrary loan materials to/from Watzek Library (select shifts only)
  • Other duties as assigned
RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS DIVERSITY:
  • Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark College.
SCHEDULE:
  • Work hours are variable and dependent on a student's class schedule. Shifts are available in 3+ hour increments from 7:45 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 7:45 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Fridays; 9:45 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturdays; 9:45 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sundays during the academic year. Available shifts during Summer Sessions I and II, Interim, Holidays, Reading and Final Exams periods will vary.
RATE OF PAY:
  • $16.80 /hr
WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT:
  • No Work Study Requirement

Being able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies. Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators.
(https://www.lclark.edu/about/title_ix_compliance)
Reasonable Accommodation
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Eligibility to Work
In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.

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