Correctional Library Specialist (Huntsville Center)

Correctional Library Specialist (Huntsville Center)

Location

Huntsville Center - Huntsville, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY2300761

Division

Provost/Academic & Student Affairs

Department

Huntsville Center - Administration

Opening Date

11/02/2026

Closing Date

11/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Overview

Starting Salary Range is $40,747.20 - $42,825. The initial salary offer is commensurate with education and related work experience.

The Correctional Library Specialist supports educational and lifelong learning opportunities within the correctional facility by providing research assistance, managing electronic library resources, and delivering library instruction. The position administers EBSCO databases and related information resources, fulfills research requests from students and faculty, conducts library orientation sessions, and assists with daily library operations. The Specialist works collaboratively with educational staff to support student success while ensuring compliance with all institutional policies and security requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Research and Information Services

• Respond to and fulfill research and reference requests from incarcerated students, faculty, and instructional staff.
• Conduct database searches and compile materials using approved print and electronic resources.
• Assist patrons in identifying, evaluating, and accessing information needed for academic, vocational, and personal learning goals.
• Prepare bibliographies, reading lists, and resource guides supporting instructional programs.

Electronic Resources Administration

• Administer and maintain library subscription resources, including EBSCO databases and discovery tools.
• Monitor access, troubleshoot user issues, maintain usage records, and coordinate vendor support as needed.
• Provide instruction and guidance on effective use of electronic resources and research databases.
• Assist in collection development decisions by reviewing database usage and user needs.

Library Instruction and Orientation

• Deliver library orientation sessions to new students, faculty, and program participants.
• Develop instructional materials that explain library services, research tools, policies, and procedures.
• Provide group and one-on-one instruction in basic information literacy, database searching, and resource utilization.
• Support educational programs by integrating library instruction into academic and vocational coursework.

Customer Service and Security Compliance

• Provide professional customer service while maintaining compliance with correctional facility policies and procedures.
• Monitor library use and ensure adherence to institutional rules regarding materials, technology, and patron conduct.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports as required.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform other duties assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Associate's (or higher) degree required or sixty (60) college hours without a degree
• Two (2) years of experience in library, educational support, or information services
• Experience providing customer service, training, or instructional support
• Must pass a criminal background check by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ)

Preferred

• Bachelors (or higher) degree
• Library coursework or equivalent experience
• Experience using EBSCO and business research databases
• Experience in a correctional, educational, academic, or public library setting

Lee College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.

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Do you have an Associates (or higher) degree, or have you successfully completed sixty (60) college credit hours from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Bachelors (or higher) degree?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have two (2) years of experience in library, educational support, or information services?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience providing customer service, training, or instructional support?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you able to pass TDCJ background check and maintain security clearance?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have Library coursework or equivalent experience?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience using EBSCO and business research databases?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have previous experience in correctional, educational, academic, or public library setting?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Lee College

Address P.O. Box 818

Baytown, Texas, 77522-0818

Phone 281-425-6875

Website https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lee/