Librarian II - Unit Law Librarian - Middleton Unit (025672) at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Abilene, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Library administration, Legal research, Records management, Information systems, Compliance, Training, Problem-solving, Technical reporting, Communication, Computer software applications, Notary services, Security procedures, Reference tools, Data analysis

Industry

Government Administration

Description

I. JOB SUMMARY Performs moderately complex library work. Work involves acquiring and organizing library resources; conducting research; providing information and materials in response to requests; and providing guidance to others. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Administers the unit Access to Courts Program to include Access to Courts rules and procedures and related agency policies and procedures; maintains files, records, and information systems; and ensures compliance with applicable requirements, laws, rules, and policies. B. Maintains and ensures unit law library holdings are kept current, present, and in good condition; assists in coordinating the inter-law library program; assists in coordinating the delivery and pickup of legal research material to inmates with indirect access to the unit law library; and schedules inmate law library attendance and other related services. C. Reviews and evaluates inmate requests for subsequent storage for legal and educational property; issues indigent supplies; reviews, investigates, and approves or denies inmate requests for inmate-to-inmate legal visits; and schedules inmate attorney legal visits and phone calls. D. Assists in conducting special library research projects; performs notary services; and trains unit law library staff in the unit law library administration and in records and information maintenance. E. Assists in maintaining the security of inmates in the law library; and maintains an accurate count of inmates present. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A. Education, Experience, and Training 1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. 2. Four years full-time, wage-earning criminal justice or library experience. Thirty semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each year of experience on a year-for-year basis. 3. Legal research experience preferred. B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of library and reference tools, techniques, and services. 2. Knowledge of primary and secondary sources in specialized subject area. 3. Knowledge of legal publications and law library operations. 4. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes. 5. Knowledge of computer software applications in libraries preferred. 6. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 7. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 8. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 9. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 10. Skill in problem-solving techniques. 11. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment. 12. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports. 13. Skill to plan work in order to meet established guidelines. 14. Skill to train others. IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 15-44 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, working at heights, working on ladders or scaffolding, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Responsibilities

The librarian administers the unit's Access to Courts program and maintains law library holdings to ensure inmate access to legal materials. They also provide research assistance, perform notary services, and oversee the security and scheduling of inmates within the library facility.