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Texas Department of Criminal Justice - SET

TDCJ - Librarian II - Unit Law Librarian

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What they do

A Librarian helps people find information that they need in a library or in other collections or sources, including electronic databases. Organizes and catalogues library materials, plans library programs, and orders new materials or equipment. May work in school libraries or special information centers within government agencies or businesses; may specialize as a law librarian or medical librarian.

$59,640 / year median in Texas

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

More Like This Between $4,015.92 and $4,103.81 Per Month Position range in East Texas $2,725.00
  • $5,041.00 Per Month TDCJ
  • Librarian II
  • Unit Law Librarian Texas Department of Criminal Justice
  • SET
Occupation:
Librarians and Media Collections Specialists
Location:
Tennessee Colony, TX
  • 75880
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
08/28/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /
Remote:
Selection Required
Updated:
08/28/2026
Expires:
09/14/2026
Agency Job ID:
103789 Job #: 17062598 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. We Hire Vets Employers whose workforce is composed of at least 10 percent military veterans are eligible to receive a "We Hire Vets" employer recognition decal to proudly display on their storefront, an decal. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.
https:
//erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=103789&PostingSeq=1 Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.
Job Duties:
Maintain, organize, and update all required law library materials, including books, statutes, case reporters, digests, forms, and electronic resources. Ensure inmates have timely access to legal research materials in accordance with Access to Courts standards and unit security procedures. Assist inmates in locating legal resources without providing legal advice. Manage inventory, track usage, and maintain logs related to law library access and materials. Process all inmate legal research requests, including photocopies or printed materials, following policy. Maintain accurate documentation such as sign-in sheets, research logs, and grievance responses related to Access to Courts. Coordinate with security staff to safely operate the law library and maintain compliance with scheduling requirements. Coordinate and facilitate virtual court hearings, ensuring proper scheduling, equipment readiness, offender movement, and documentation. Process, schedule, and monitor attorney telephone calls, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with legal standards. Facilitate attorney visits and attorney representative visits, including verification of credentials, scheduling, and record-keeping. Process indigent inmate requests for legal supplies, correspondence materials, and other Access to Courts related items, ensuring proper eligibility review and timely distribution. Maintain logs and documentation for indigent requests, legal mail submissions, and correspondence supplies issued.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

You have criminal justice experience, strong time¿management skills, and the ability to stay detail¿oriented while maintaining a solid work ethic. These qualities show reliability, professionalism, and the ability to handle responsibilities accurately and efficiently.

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

You have a bachelor's degree or four years of criminal justice experience, along with the ability to conduct legal research and interpret federal and state laws. You demonstrate exceptional professionalism and bring the knowledge, judgment, and discipline needed to handle legal and procedural responsibilities with accuracy and integrity.
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Librarian II Additional Information:
Travel None
  • Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required Yes Hazardous Duty/Longevity PositionHazardous Duty
  • Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Contact Information:
Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Shekina Smith Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources903-480-1506 936-437-3069shekina.smith@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to the
Candidate:
Military PreferenceTo receive
MILITARY
PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps:
//hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.

Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.

The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information.
Go to:
http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.
EEO Statement:
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.