Reference Librarian Law Library

 APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. 

MONTGOMERY COUNTY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS POSTING WITHOUT NOTICE. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

1.) You must FIRST take the Montgomery County Clerical Test and pass with the required scores BEFORE you can submit an application for this position.

**How to request Clerical Testing: Send request by email to: jobs@mctx.org Subject Line: Clerical Testing, Include in body of email: Last name, First name**

WATCH YOUR EMAIL: An email with your clerical test invitation will be sent to you. Follow instructions provided in email. Please note, the actual test will come from the email address: userinvitation@pvoservices.com, so check your spam/junk folder as well. *Please allow up to 72 hours for Human Resources to respond*

- TEST TYPE & SCORE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION: Typing: Net 35wpm, Admin: 70%, Math: 80%, Excel: 80%

2.) Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA Accredited program. Please attach it with your application or send to jobs@mctx.org with your name and the position you are applying for in the body.

3.)Must include a resume with your application in order to be considered for this position.

 Department: Montgomery County Library

Job Title: Reference Librarian Law Library

Annual Salary: $57,264.00 - $74,232.00 (actual salary will be determined based upon qualifications)

Location: Montgomery County Law Library - 301 North Thompson St - Conroe, TX 77301

Civil Service: Yes 

Shift Hours: Hours will vary. Includes evening and Saturdays, as assigned

Date Position Will Be Available: 11/02/2026

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements 

• Masters Degree in Library Information Science from an ALA-accredited program, or within last semester.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with the public, attorneys, and court personnel, as well as strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal research methods, legal information resources, and ability to perform complex legal research.
• Proficiency with legal databases, library cataloging standards, and standard library technologies.
• Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and excellent judgement required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is desirable.
• Experience working in a law library, courthouse, or legal services environment preferred.
• Valid Texas drivers license and good driving record+
• Ability to work in person - not remote.

Primary Job Duties

• Provide guidance in locating statues, case law, administrative materials, and secondary sources; assist patrons in navigating legal research tools.
• Oversee reference services, patron support, and facility maintenance.
• Supervise assigned staff and operations within the Law Library.
• Select, acquire, catalog, and maintain print and digital legal resources; manage subscriptions to legal databases.
• Maintain public access computers, legal research terminals, and electronic databases such as Westlaw and Lexis.
• Assist with budget preparation, monitor expenditures, and prepare required operational and statistical reports. 
• Develop and present educational programs, workshops, and partnerships with courts, local bar associations, and community organizations.
• Research and apply for grant opportunities.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

**After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicant must pass a drug screen (1/2 cost = $20.00, responsibility of applicant) and may need a physical agility test (1/2 cost = $22.50, responsibility of applicant) before becoming an employee of Montgomery County.

Montgomery County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.