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Miles & Stockbridge P.C. · 3 hours ago

Director of Research and Information Services

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $200K/yr

3+ years exp

Miles & Stockbridge is an AmLaw 200 firm known for its dynamic work environment. They are seeking a Director of Research and Information Services to lead the Research Information Center, manage a team, and develop strategic goals for research services.

ConsultingLegal

Hiring Manager

Enola C.

Responsibilities

Develop short- and long-term strategic goals and objectives for RIC emphasizing innovative approaches to the delivery of information resources

Manage procurement activities, including analyzing usage data, developing KPIs, and negotiating favorable pricing and terms

Develop and manage the RIC budget, including managing vendors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring terms and service meet the needs of the firm

Develop cost management strategies and alignment of information resources to eliminate redundancy, maximize the use of online versions, and manage vendor agreements

Partner with Marketing and Business Development department to support firm competitive intelligence research and maintain proper risk management standards

Partner with the New Business and Conflicts team to support new business acceptance workflows by positioning the team to conduct client diligence research and analysis aligned with intake standards

Monitor trends in library services and information resources, with the goal of identifying, implementing and managing new technologies (including specifically Artificial Intelligence)

Conduct and oversee research for attorneys and staff across legal, business, and specialized areas, using relevant databases and research tools

Direct all activities for research and reference collection development and maintenance, including the acquisition of research and reference materials and sources

Ensure departmental awareness and education/training on developments in legal research, technology, information management, and other developments related to law research and reference operations

Partner with Human Resources and other departments on employee onboarding and training on resources supported by the department

Ensure swift processing of departures and arrivals, with a minimum of disruption

Qualification

Library & Information ScienceLaw firm experienceBudget managementProject planningTeam leadershipConfidentialityCommunication skillsCritical thinkingInterpersonal skills

Required

Master's degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA accredited program, preferably with coursework in law librarianship or legal bibliography

Minimum of three (3) years of experience

Must exercise the highest level of confidentiality and integrity

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment

Detail oriented and highly organized

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and good judgement

Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills to interact effectively with all organizational levels of the Firm