What are the responsibilities and job description for the Juvenile Correctional Officer - TJJD - Gainesville, TX position at Texas Juvenile Justice Department?
Thank you for your interest in the Juvenile Correctional Officer position with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). This position is located at the Gainesville State Juvenile Correctional Facility in Gainesville, Texas.
Position Overview
- Role: Juvenile Correctional Officer (JCO) at a secure juvenile facility. We are one of five secure facilities operated by TJJD, housing Texas' most severe juvenile offenders, including those convicted of serious felony offenses like robbery, sexual assault, and murder.
- Approach: Our department uses the Texas Model, a trauma-informed approach focused on rehabilitation, mentoring, and helping youth understand and address the trauma that often underlies their behavior.
- Key Responsibilities: Ensuring the safety and security of youth, staff, and the facility while enforcing policies and procedures.
- You must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Training & Schedule
- Training: All JCOs undergo an 8-week paid training program on-site, which includes policies and procedures, CPR, OC Spray, and safe restraint techniques (Handle with Care). Training hours may vary, ranging from 8-10-12-hour days, a schedule will be provided.
- Post-Training Shifts: Upon completing training, you'll work 12-hour shifts (6pm–6am or 6am–6pm) on a rotating schedule of 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, etc. Shift assignments are based on facility needs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Starting pay is $4,568.72 per month, with potential for higher pay based on military experience, education, or prior corrections experience. A salary scale brochure is attached for more details.
- Overtime: Overtime opportunities are available, and pay is issued between the 10th and 15th of each month.
- Health Benefits: The state covers 100% of health insurance premiums for full-time employees and 50% for dependents. For more details, visit ERS Texas Benefits.
Application Process
The process includes submitting a State of Texas application, completing interviews, passing a behavioral assessment, and undergoing background checks. Afterward, you'll need to pass a physical exam, drug screening, TB test, fingerprinting, and reference checks.
Instructions to Apply Online
- Go to https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/
- Click on "Careers"
- Click on "Apply Now"
- Check the box for the Gainesville location
- Look for the Juvenile Correctional Officer II / III / IV
- Click on it and then click on “Apply Online”
You will need to click on “New User” and then “Register” after creating a username and password to apply.
Once you complete the application you will get a confirmation from the CAPPS system.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $4,568.72 - $5,561.91 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $4,569 - $5,562
