BPP- Parole Officer I, II- Institutional Parole Officer Part-time

Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.

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Job Duties:

Performs entry-level parole administration work. Work involves providing supervision to inmates; conducting parole investigations; and obtaining information for and preparing parole administration documentation. Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

You have 60 accredited college hours and 2 years experience with case management, case processing, criminal justice, or the military.

You have the ability to get along with others as part of a team.

You have a good working knowledge of computers and electronic communication.

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

You have a Bachelor's Degree.

You have knowledge of or experience with motivational interviewing.

You have the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

You have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

*For the full Job Description, please click the link below:

 Parole Officer I

Additional Information:

Retiree Salary 

Will be 2.5% less than the posted salary 

Travel 

None - Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips 

Work Site Visits  

No

Study Material  

Yes

Study material can be accessed by clicking on the below link:

Parole In Texas

Parole Officers Training Academy Required 

No

Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position 

Hazardous Duty

This is a career ladder position. 

Current employees that are presently in this career ladder, have previously met minimum requirements, and are classified at a higher career ladder level, may submit an application, interview for and accept this posted position. If selected, the current employee will remain at their current career ladder level and pay grade.

Employees that were formerly in this career ladder, have previously met minimum requirements, and were classified at a higher career ladder level, may submit an application, interview for and accept this posted position. If selected, the employee will return to their career ladder level prior to leaving the career path at the current pay grade.

For details on the Parole Officer Career Ladder salaries, see:
https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/hr-home/posalary.html

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information:

Questions regarding this position may be directed to

Brooke Schuster

PH:713-982-9706

Email: [email protected]

Important Note to the Candidate:

Military Preference

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

Military Occupation Specialty Codes

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click 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 information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

Eligibility

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

EEO Statement:

The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.  You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.