Sample interview questions: Can you discuss your experience in managing a law library’s collection of legal dictionaries or reference materials?
Sample answer:
Experience in Managing Law Library’s Collection of Legal Dictionaries and Reference Materials
As a Law Librarian, I have extensive experience in managing and developing comprehensive collections of legal dictionaries and reference materials. My responsibilities have included:
- Acquisition: Determining acquisition needs, evaluating resources, and negotiating favorable pricing for new and updated materials.
- Collection Development: Creating and maintaining a collection that meets the legal research needs of patrons, including print, electronic, and online resources.
- Cataloging and Metadata: Cataloging legal dictionaries and reference materials using standard library practices to ensure accurate and consistent retrieval.
- Circulation and Reference Services: Providing expert reference assistance to patrons, assisting with the circulation of materials, and managing interlibrary loans.
- Preservation: Implementing best practices for the preservation and conservation of physical and electronic reference materials.
My approach to managing legal dictionaries and reference materials emphasizes: