Associate Law Librarian - Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 16215
Department: County Attorney's Office
Opening Date: 02/05/2026
Closing Date: 3/5/2026 11:59 PM Central

Position Description
The Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library seeks an Associate Law Librarian to deliver senior-level services that advance the Hainsworth Law Library's mission of providing equitable, open, and effective access to legal information for all patrons. This position provides high-level legal reference support, leads initiatives across core service areas, and helps strengthen the overall patron experience. Serving as a lead contributor to cross-functional committee work, the Associate Law Librarian guides planning, assessment, and continuous improvement efforts that keep resources current and accessible, expand public legal literacy through outreach and education, ensure communications are clear and mission-aligned, and apply user-centered and technology-informed approaches to enhance service delivery.
Under the direction and supervision of the Law Library Director and Deputy Director, the Associate Law Librarian also carries out administrative functions as delegated. The Associate Law Librarian works with the Director to recommend policies and procedures for the Law Library and provides advice on matters relating to the operation of the Law Library. The Associate Law Librarian works with minimal supervision. The position offers the Associate Law Librarian significant latitude for the use of independent judgment and initiative.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Associate Law Librarians support all library services, including the Copy Center, as needed:

• Assists patrons with copying, scanning, faxing, and other office-related tasks.
• Follows cash handling and reporting procedures as necessary.
• Enforces Law Library rules and drafts and submits violation reports as necessary.
• Contributes to the overall organization of the Law Library as needed by following relevant opening and closing procedures, reshelving and updating materials, and generally maintaining the neat appearance of the Law Library.
• Develop a professional development plan that encompasses at least 20 hours per year of professional development course work or other learning opportunities.
• Assists patrons with Harris County Public Library collection at the Law Library, including registering new cards, helping with check in/out and holds, and processing public library materials.
• Performs other functions and job-related duties as assigned.

Other Duties:

• This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email

This position is subject to a criminal history check.

Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements
Supporting Job Application Documents:

• Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume with three (3) professional references with their application.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree (in any field) from an accredited college or university plus
• Five (5) years of experience in a public or private law library setting.

OR

• A Master of Library Science degree or Master of Library and Information Science degree from an accredited college or university plus
• Three (3) years of experience in a public or private law library setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must demonstrate strong customer service orientation and a commitment to law librarianship through a combination of education and experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent legal research and reference skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required.
• Strong people skills in interacting both with patrons and staff are essential.
• Project management experience or abilities desired.
• Knowledge of and experience with Texas legal research materials and self-help legal research resources.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences

• Knowledge of HTML, web-scripting languages, content management systems, and IT systems and applications preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of EOS.Web® Express integrated library system preferred.
• Bilingual abilities, particularly English/Spanish, desired.

General Information
Located in downtown Houston, the Harris County Attorney's Office represents Harris County government, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, and the Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network in all civil matters, including lawsuits. The office also provides legal advice to county officials and employees.
Position Type, Typical Work Schedule, & Working Environment:

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, with occasional additional hours as necessary.
• This position requires employees to work a 40-hour schedule from Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. and be able to work any shift between those hours.
• This job typically operates in a public Law Library environment, and the person in this role uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, scanners/copiers and phones.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• This role requires standing for prolonged periods, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body, repetitive motions requiring dexterity such as keyboarding that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, communicating with others to exchange concepts and information, problem-solving, decision-making, organization, the ability to read/write, and the ability to manage workplace stressors such as adversarial interactions.

Compensation:

• The base compensation for this position will be determined on the candidate's qualifications and the pay of other employees in the job function. Total compensation includes attractive paid leave programs, health benefits, and retirement plans.
• In addition, the position is eligible for the accrual of compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, consistent with Harris County personnel policies and procedures.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01

Which of the following best describes your education as it relates to this position?

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the Above

02

If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?

• Library Science
• Library and Information Science
• Unrelated Field
• N/A; No Degree

03

Which of the following best describes your verifiable years of experience in a public or private law library setting?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than two (2) years
• Two (2) years but less than three (3) years
• Three (3) years but less than four (4) years
• Four (4) years but less than five (5) years
• Five (5) years but less than six (6) years
• Six (6) years or more
• I do not have this experience.

04

Do you have supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have knowledge of HTML, web-scripting languages, content management systems, and IT systems and applications?

• Yes
• No

07

Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume with three (3) professional references with their application.Did you provide these supporting documents along with your application?

• Yes

Required Question