TDCJ - Librarian II - Unit Law Librarian

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Navasota (TX); In loco; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is seeking a Librarian II - Unit Law Librarian to maintain and organize law library materials, ensure inmates have access to legal resources, and assist with legal research under Access to Courts standards.

This role involves coordinating with security, handling virtual court hearings, processing inmate requests, and keeping logs. A bachelor's degree or equivalent criminal justice experience is preferred; travel is minimal.

Competenze

• Criminal justice experience is preferred.
• Good time management skills are required.
• Detail oriented with a strong work ethic is essential.

Mansioni

• Maintain, organize, and update all required law library materials.
• Ensure inmates have timely access to legal research materials.
• 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 documentation such as sign-in sheets, research logs, and grievance responses.
• Coordinate with security staff to safely operate the law library and maintain scheduling compliance.
• Coordinate and facilitate virtual court hearings, including scheduling and equipment readiness.
• Process, schedule, and monitor attorney telephone calls while maintaining confidentiality.
• Facilitate attorney visits and representative visits, including credential verification and record-keeping.
• Process indigent inmate requests for legal supplies and correspondence materials, ensuring proper eligibility review and timely distribution.
• Maintain logs and documentation for indigent requests and legal mail submissions.

Conoscenze

Criminal justice

Time management

Attention to detail

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Good Fit Criteria

• You have criminal justice experience
• You have good time management skills
• You detail oriented and a strong work ethic

Great Fit Criteria

• 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

Job Title

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

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: Erica Redic Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources936-437-3418 [e-mail] [e-mail]

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/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.

Additional MOS

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.o etonline.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

Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position.

Eligibility

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

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.