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TDCJ - Network Specialist I,II,III - Field Support

CAPPS
Childress, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/27/2026
Job Description

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

For the most accurate and uptodate information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.

To expedite the application process, please attach your valid governmentissued photo identification card, your social security card or proof of authorization to work in the United States, and your proof of education (official diploma or transcript)

Job Duties:

Provide technical support by managing service requests through an IT service management (ITSM) ticketing system, responding to customer needs, and troubleshooting complex hardware, software, and network issues. Install, configure, and maintain network equipment and structured cabling using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment servicing TDCJ administrative offices, prisons, parole offices, jails, and production facilities throughout the State of Texas. Working environments include building network infrastructure, including telecommunications rooms, climbing inside ceilings, on rooftops, inside crawl spaces, and utility areas.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

You have an HS diploma.
You have one year of Information Technology work experience.
You can work with minimal supervision.
You are able to and have skills to perform installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of hardware, and software related to networks, computers, peripherals, and video surveillance systems.
You have the skill to conduct IT related product evaluation.
You are able to identify strengths, weaknesses, and potential benefits of IT systems to the agency.
You are able to troubleshoot and maintain video surveillance systems.
You possess organizational skills, written and oral communication skills.
You can work overtime or in emergent situations on weekends or holidays.

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

You are certified by COMPTIA in A , Network , Or Security .
You have more than 3 years of IT work experience.
You have an Associate or Bachelors College Degree from an accredited college or university.

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

Network Specialist I

Network Specialist II

Network Specialist III

Additional Information:

Travel

25% Position may spend 1 5 nights away per month

Work Site Visits

No

Study Material

No

PreService Training Academy Required

No

Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position

Longevity

Outside applicants will be required to submit to preemployment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information:

Questions concerning this Questions concerning the application

position can be directed to: process can be directed to:

Roberta Poehl Kathy Chandonnet

Hiring Manager OR Human Resources





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


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: , , or 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.

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