Law Librarian

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the University's law library and legal information resources.
• Catalogue, classify, and organise law books, journals, statutes, law reports, and other legal materials.
• Provide legal research assistance to students, lecturers, and researchers.
• Facilitate access to electronic legal databases and other digital research resources.
• Ensure the proper preservation, circulation, and security of library materials.
• Support teaching, learning, and research activities within the Faculty of Law.
• Maintain accurate library records and prepare periodic reports.
• Recommend relevant legal publications and resources to support the University's academic programmes.

Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competencies:

• LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) from a recognised university.
• M.Sc. in Library and Information Science from a recognised institution.
• A minimum of 2 - 3 years of relevant work experience in a law library, academic library, or related institution.
• Knowledge of legal research methods, legal information resources, and law library management.
• Proficiency in library management systems, digital databases, and electronic legal research tools.
• Strong organisational, communication, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage legal collections, catalogue legal materials, and assist students, lecturers, and researchers with legal information retrieval.
• Professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in an academic environment.