Top 27 Reference librarian Jobs in Texas

Librarian, Reference & Collection Development
College of the Mainland —Texas City, TX
- $53,532 - $72,269 a year
- Nights as needed
- Inventory management
- Word processing
- Mid-level
PT REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (Pool)
Midland College —Midland, TX
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
Reference Librarian Meador - 387
Montgomery County ESD No. 10 —Willis, TX
- $54,537 - $70,697 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Word processing
13d
Reference and Instruction Librarian
Texas Wesleyan University —Fort Worth, TX
- $59,000 a year
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
Librarian II
City of Port Arthur Texas —Port Arthur, TX
- $32.65 - $48.04 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Basic math
- Mid-level
Research & Instruction Librarian
University of Houston-Clear Lake —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- University
- 1 year
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN POOL
Del Mar College —Corpus Christi, TX
- $23.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
Part Time - Reference and Instruction Librarian
Blinn College —Bryan, TX
- $20.69 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
14d
Web Services and Systems Librarian
Midwestern State University —Wichita Falls, TX
- $4,524 a month
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Learning Commons Librarian
Dallas College —Irving, TX
- $26.22 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Classroom
- Mid-level
14d
Librarian - Mobile Outreach (Administrative Office)
Harris County —Houston, TX
- $24.91 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Continuing education credits
- Disability insurance
Project Development Librarian
University of North Texas —Denton, TX
- Online Application
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Mid-level
Librarian- Youth Services
City of Carrollton —Carrollton, TX
- $26.75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- Research
- Mid-level
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3d
Design Resource Librarian + FF&E Specialist
Gensler —Austin, TX
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Research
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
9d
District Librarian
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District —Cypress, TX
- $64,550 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Management
- Teaching Certification
Head Librarian, Technical Services & Library Automation
Austin Community College —Austin, TX
- $80,994 - $109,939 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- University
- Organizational skills
Head of Discovery Services (Librarian)
University of Houston —Houston, TX
- $90,000 - $99,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- SQL
- Supervising experience
Head of Special Collections (Librarian)
University of Houston —Houston, TX
- $90,000 - $99,000 a year
- Online Application
- Management
- Research
- Master's degree
Main Branch - Librarian I - Children's Cataloger - Main Branch
City of Abilene —Abilene, TX
- $25.46 - $30.55 an hour
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
Assistant Director of Library Engagement & Student Success
Houston Christian University —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Senior level
- Communication skills

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Librarian, Reference & Collection Development

College of the Mainland -
Texas City, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$53,532 - $72,269 a year

Qualifications

Record keeping
Customer communication
Library management software
Word processing
Spreadsheets
In-person customer service
Database searching for reference services
Master's degree
Master's degree in library science
Database software proficiency

Full Job Description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Our goal at College of the Mainland is to attract a highly qualified and high-performing workforce by providing fair and equitable compensation. Each position is assigned a pay class and corresponding salary range. The midpoint is normally the highest salary at which candidates are hired.

Please NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which include job title, dates of employment (month/year), name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone numbers and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete. Applications with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state “unknown” for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to the online application.

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number

AS507P

Position Title

Librarian, Reference & Collection Development

Contract Length

12 months

Class Summary

Responsible for performing various professional duties in support of library services for students, faculty and staff.

Candidates Eligible to Apply

Internal/External

Position Type

Exempt Staff

Employment Status

Full Time

Position Funding Type

Regular

Posting Detail Information

Minimum Education/Training/Experience

ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science.

Preferred Education/Training/Experience

Two years’ experience in library reference services in a college setting.

Minimum Knowledge & Skills

Principles and practices of library services in a variety of areas;
Familiarity with Integrated library systems (ILS);
Familiarity with customer service;
Training/experience using databases, catalogs, Internet for research;
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills;
Record keeping procedures;
Prioritizing work and performing multiple tasks;
Knowledge of word processing software.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

Instructing students, staff and faculty in the use of library resources;
Experience with LibGuides and LibAnswers;
Experience with collection development;
Experience with promoting library services via social media;
Experience using Integrated library systems (ILS), ALMA/PRIMO preferred;
Preparing a variety of reports;
Knowledge of spreadsheet and database software.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

none

Job Duties

Provides reference services for students, faculty and staff in person and online, including virtual reference such as LibAnswers.

Provides library instruction to students, faculty and staff in person and online in library instruction classes and the library web site such as LibGuides, collaborating with faulty as needed.

Coordinates the development and inventory of the library’s book and eBook collections; prepares and manages the book budget; maintains and analyzes statistics on usage and align spending with need; promotes the book and eBook collection through the library site, book displays, emails and social media; solicits faculty suggestions for the collection.

Coordinates library services for Distance Education students in the course management system, collaborating with faulty as needed, surveys online students on library services and resources.

Promotes library resources to faculty, staff and students through various methods including direct outreach, event planning, contributing to the library newsletter, social media and other opportunities as they arise.

Coordinates the annual survey of user satisfaction of library services and materials.

Works with the Acquisition Library Technician.

Participates in writing and managing grants when relevant and appropriate.

Participates in professional development and continuing education activities.

Participates in library organizations and serves on college committees as appropriate.

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required to work every other Saturday (9 am – 1 pm) and occasional nights.

Physical Requirements

Some or limited physical effort required.
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Minimum Salary Range

$53,532

Mid Point Salary Range

Maximum Salary Range

$72,269

Posting Open Date

01/15/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Will Be Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

EEO Statement

College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.

College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.

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Supplemental Questions

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- No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

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