TDCJ - Librarian II - Unit Law Librarian

Job Description

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.

* To expedite the application process, please attach your valid government-issued photo identification card, your social security card or proof of authorization to work in the United States, and your proof of education (official diploma or transcript) *

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

You have good time management skills

You detail oriented and a strong work ethic

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

You have a bachelor's degree or 4 years of criminal justice experience

You have knowledge of conducting legal research

You have an understanding of federal and state laws

You display exceptional professionalism.

*For the full Job Description, please click the link below:

Librarian II - Unit Law Librarian

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 Position

Hazardous

*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 application

position can be directed to:                                              process can be directed to:

Sonia Navarrete                                                                         Harmony Lopez

Hiring Manager                                               OR                      Human Resources

936-437-3420                                                                              936-437-3069

Sonia.Navarrete@tdcj.texas.gov                                                 hr.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov

Important Note to the Candidate:

Military Preference

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

Military Occupation Specialty Codes

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click 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 Texas

Work 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.

Eligibility

An 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.