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  • TDCJ - Parole Officer I - Central Headquarters Aus

  • Texas Department of Criminal Justice
  • Austin, Texas 78716 United States View Map

Summary

You have a bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in corrections, parole, probation, law enforcement, courts, investigations, case management, or another criminal justice environment can provide a strong foundation for this position.Can Analyze InformationYou don't simply read a case file, you can identify important information, recognize patterns, consider conflicting information, and determine what information is relevant to the parole process.Have Excellent Written Communication SkillsYou can take a large amount of information and turn it into a clear, accurate, concise, and professional report.Are Fair and ObjectiveYou don't allow personal opinions, emotions, or outside influences to interfere with your professional responsibilities. You evaluate information based on established standards and available facts.Understand the Importance of Public SafetyYou recognize that parole work carries significant responsibility. Your decisions, documentation, and recommendations can affect individuals, institutions, victims, families, and communities.Are Comfortable with Technology and DocumentationYou can learn and effectively use computer systems, databases, electronic records, and other technology needed to document and manage case information.Want Meaningful WorkYou are looking for a career where your work has a direct connection to public safety, criminal justice, rehabilitation, and successful reentry into the community.Central Headquarters Austin Additional Information:Travel NonePosition may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required Yes Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Kiesha Bell April CurtisHiring Manager OR Human Resources512-406-5258 936-437-3063Kiesha.Bell@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam6@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codes on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment informati#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

You have a bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in corrections, parole, probation, law enforcement, courts, investigations, case management, or another criminal justice environment can provide a strong foundation for this position.Can Analyze InformationYou don't simply read a case file, you can identify important information, recognize patterns, consider conflicting information, and determine what information is relevant to the parole process.Have Excellent Written Communication SkillsYou can take a large amount of information and turn it into a clear, accurate, concise, and professional report.Are Fair and ObjectiveYou don't allow personal opinions, emotions, or outside influences to interfere with your professional responsibilities. You evaluate information based on established standards and available facts.Understand the Importance of Public SafetyYou recognize that parole work carries significant responsibility. Your decisions, documentation, and recommendations can affect individuals, institutions, victims, families, and communities.Are Comfortable with Technology and DocumentationYou can learn and effectively use computer systems, databases, electronic records, and other technology needed to document and manage case information.Want Meaningful WorkYou are looking for a career where your work has a direct connection to public safety, criminal justice, rehabilitation, and successful reentry into the community.Central Headquarters Austin Additional Information:Travel NonePosition may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required Yes Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Kiesha Bell April CurtisHiring Manager OR Human Resources512-406-5258 936-437-3063Kiesha.Bell@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam6@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codes on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment informati#J-18808-Ljbffr

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