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Lieutenant of Correctional Officers

Texas Department of Criminal Justice and Careers
Texas, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2026 CLOSED ON 4/22/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lieutenant of Correctional Officers position at Texas Department of Criminal Justice and Careers?

Organization: CORR INSTITUTIONS DIV - PRSN&JL OP-SECURITY STAFF
Primary Location: United States-Texas
Job: Protective Service
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Salary/Salary Range: $5,738.40 (RET $5,611.86) Pay Basis: Monthly
Hazardous duty/Longevity Pay: Hazardous Pay
Training Academy: Pre-Service Training Academy Required
Work Site Visits:Yes
Study Material: No
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Aug 30, 2025, 12:00:00 AM
Closing Date: Ongoing


Apply once annually for multiple related positions through this posting. Indicate your desired roles and locations using the Statement of Availability in the application. Qualified applications are valid for one year (from the date of submission) and require yearly renewal if over a year old.
We will contact qualified candidates for interviews as positions become available. Applicants not meeting the requirements will be notified by email.

Title: Lieutenant of Correctional Officers

Salary: GR.B19 ($4,992.00/ month)

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Additional Information


The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is transitioning to a new online application system to help streamline and expedite the process. All submissions for this position must be submitted through the new application system. Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted.

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

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Alex Araujo

Human Resources Headquarters

2 Financial Plaza, STE 101

Huntsville, TX 77320

PH: (936) 437-3268

Email: CO.series@tdcj.texas.gov


Military Occupation Specialty Code


The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

31, 19, 18, 11, 31C, 31E, 31B, 19K, 19D, 18B, 11B, 749X, 649X, MA,

5811, 5831, 5832, 5804, 58, 3P


EEO Statement


TDCJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $4,992 - $5,738

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