Position Opening: Law Library Director

The Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library, a division of the Harris County Attorney’s Office, seeks an innovative and visionary leader to serve as Director of the public law library for the nation’s third-most populous county. The Law Library serves the litigants, attorneys, judges, and government agencies of Harris County, Texas. The Director manages a staff of 13 and oversees a multi-million-dollar budget. The ideal candidate will have a proven record of success collaborating with diverse stakeholders to expand access to legal information for all.

See the complete job description for a detailed list of duties and responsibilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/3997903/law-library-director. Applications received by May 11, 2023, will receive full consideration.  

About the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library

The Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library opened its doors in 1915 as the Harris County Law Library, and it has continued to serve Harris County’s legal information needs for more than a century. After joining the Harris County Attorney’s Office in 2011, the Law Library greatly expanded its technology offerings and services to the public. In 2021, the library was renamed in honor of local civil rights leader, Robert W. Hainsworth. Visit www.harriscountylawlibrary.org for more information.

About the Harris County Attorney’s Office
Christian D. Menefee serves as the elected, top civil lawyer for Texas’ largest county. The Harris County Attorney’s Office represents the county in all civil matters including lawsuits. Menefee leads an office of 250 attorneys and staff members. He entered office at 32-years-old, making him the youngest person and first African American elected as the Harris County Attorney.