Counsel Substitute I - Michael Unit (042783)

I. JOB SUMMARY

Performs entry-level work as a representative and an advocate of inmates in a correctional facility.
Work involves providing technical support to inmates in the disciplinary process. Works under close
supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Notifies and interviews inmates charged with violations of agency, facility, or unit rules and
regulations; explains charges to inmates and agency and contract facility employees;
investigates allegations; conducts interviews and prepares a written summary of witness
statements; and obtains all available forms of evidence.

B. Prepares and maintains accurate records on activities, assignments, and dispositions; and
prepares related reports.

C. Assists in analyzing inmates' positions, developing strategies of defense, and advising inmates
of alternative plans of action; represents inmates at disciplinary hearings; negotiates the
mitigation of punishments; and advises and assists inmates with disciplinary appellate
procedures.

D. Assists in maintaining security of inmates.

• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education, Experience, and Training

1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.

2. Experience in customer service, clerical, administrative support, technical program support,
inmate discipline, or criminal justice preferred.

B. Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of the agency inmate disciplinary process preferred.

2. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures,
rules, and regulations preferred.

3. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

4. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the
public.

5. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

6. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.

7. Skill in problem-solving techniques.

8. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network
environment.

9. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend
repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze,
alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate
motor equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside and outside, working around machines with moving parts and
moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone,
working protracted or irregular hours, excessive heat, cold, humidity, dampness and chill, dry
atmosphere, excessive or intermittent noise, constant noise, dust, fumes, smoke, gases,
slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include
computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, tape recorder, digital recorder,
telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

*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:

Shenesia Jenkins
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX 77340
PH (936) 437-3069
EMAIL HR.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov

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.

Military Crosswalk Guide - Prepared by the State Auditor's Office

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.