TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT - GIDDINGS STATE SCHOOL - GIDDINGS, TEXAS
WE ARE ACTIVELY HIRING FOR JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS!
START A NEW CAREER AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
VISIT US AT ONE OF THE UPCOMING HIRING EVENTS LISTED BELOW OR APPLY ONLINE AT: www.tjjd.texas.gov
FRIDAY – FEB 23RD FROM 11 AM TO 1 PM
NANCY CAROL ROBERTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY – ROBERTA COLE JOHNSON ROOM
100 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Brenham, TX 77833
FRIDAY – MAR 8TH FROM 11 AM TO 1 PM
NANCY CAROL ROBERTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY – ROBERTA COLE JOHNSON ROOM
100 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Brenham, TX 77833
THURSDAY – MAR 21ST FROM 10 AM TO 12 PM
NANCY CAROL ROBERTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY – ROBERTA COLE JOHNSON ROOM
100 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Brenham, TX 77833
Responsibilities:
- Maintain security and control within a Juvenile Correctional facility
- Supervise and monitor the activities of juvenile offenders
- Conduct regular patrols and inspections of the facility
- Enforce rules, regulations, and policies to ensure a safe and secure environment
- Respond to incidents, emergencies, and disturbances as necessary
- Conduct searches of individuals, cells, and common areas for contraband
- Escort and transport juveniles within the facility or to external appointments
- Provide guidance, counseling, and support to juveniles as needed
- Complete accurate and detailed reports regarding incidents, behavior, and activities
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- First aid and CPR certification (received during TJJD training)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to write clear and concise reports
- Experience in conflict management and de-escalation strategies preferred
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Familiarity with CCTV systems and monitoring equipment is a plus
- Must pass a background check, physical and drug screening
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $3,722.80 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Bastrop, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person