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TBCJ - Investigator III/IV K9 Handler - OIG

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/19/2026
Job Description

Investigator III

Investigator IV

Additional Information

  • This is a Task Force position. **

K9 handler experience preferred. Position will be a for a Team K9 for fugitive apprehension and fugitive teamwork. Must be able to pass federal background. Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

State Retiree Salary

Will be 2.5% less than the posted salary

Travel

25% - position may spend 1-5 nights away per month

Study Material

No

Pre-Service Training Academy Required

No

TCOLE Certification Required

Yes

Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position

Hazardous

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

Questions regarding this position may be directed to

Ashley Taylor

OIG Human Resources

PH (936) 437-5143

EMAIL oig.hr@tdcj.texas.gov

  • For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the ¿ CAPPS ¿ application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.

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, region, 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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