Temporary Contract Research Librarian (Remote)

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a research librarian or analyst through the firm's alternative-track contract attorney and staffing program, DWTSurge. This position will be part of a forward-thinking Library & Research Services (L&RS) team responsible for gathering, synthesizing and delivering legal, business and technical information to attorneys and staff; providing training and assistance in the use of a variety of research, current awareness, competitive intelligence and knowledge management tools; and collaborating with teammates, practice groups and staff to provide innovative solutions that support the complex, evolving research needs of DWT clients. Candidates may work remotely but should initially be able to accommodate West Coast business hours for training purposes.

This contract position offers the flexibility of fully remote work and part-time hours, with an anticipated average of 20 hours of work per week. Hours may fluctuate depending on the availability of appropriate work. We anticipate this temporary contract role to start as soon as possible and last for a term of 3-4 months. There is a possibility of an extension or renewal of the contract for successful candidates, although any extension or renewal is not guaranteed. We are looking for candidates interested in establishing an alternative-track working relationship with the firm on an exclusive basis.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a nationwide team of librarians to provide comprehensive and sophisticated research, current awareness, and knowledge management services for attorneys and staff in all DWT offices
• Develop and maintain expertise in the use of a wide variety of legal, business and practice-related resources
• Assist with various administrative duties and projects as necessary

The ideal candidate will have:

• An MLS or JD
• 5+ years of legal reference and research experience, preferably at a law firm or corporate library.
• Candidates will be considered if they have residency in one of the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WDC.
• Demonstrated proficiency with major legal and business research platforms, public records resources, competitive intelligence tools, and state and federal legal information sources.
• Availability to work an average of 20 hours per week.
• Flexibility to potentially increase hours as needed.
• Expert customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with attorneys and staff in a time-sensitive manner and a high degree of sensitivity to confidential matters.
• Exceptional collaborative skills, including the ability to work closely with teammates located in multiple offices and different time zones.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Please note that this is a temporary contract position managed by DWT's flexible contract staffing program, DWTSurge. Compensation will be paid on an hourly basis, commensurate with experience and skill level (see below). This role is not eligible for benefits. Due to the structure of the DWTSurge program, DWTSurge employees are not eligible for the firm's pro bono, DEI, and other activities or opportunities outside of the above stated scope of work. We are interested in candidates electing to pursue a more flexible way of providing continuous, high-value legal services to the firm and our clients. If you are interested in a more traditional law firm position, please check the DWT careers page for lateral and staff opportunities.

Salary Range

The hourly compensation rate for this role in CA, MD, MN, NY, OR, WA, and WDC is $50 to $80 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Additional benefits include:

• First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm
• TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm

Wellness Benefits:

• Peloton App
• Headspace App

CALIFORNIA STATE AND WASHINGTON STATE

Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiter, Dayna Browne, at daynabrowne@dwt.com. The DWTSurge Recruiting team will be in touch as we review your application materials. We are not accepting third party submissions for this opportunity.

We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with eleven offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client's and each lawyer's work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals-including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession-can have, and can see, paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more about the firm's commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.

In order to support our effort to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive law firm, we request that you voluntarily provide demographic data. All self-reported demographic information is stored securely in a manner that is compliant with DWT's privacy and security policies and is only accessible by authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments; it is not shared with any of the hiring decision-makers.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR * 655.734, 655.760.

Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email HumanResources_Confidential@dwt.com.