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TJJD - Inspector General - Corporal - (GNS) - 57592

Texas Juvenile Justice Department
Gainesville, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
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PLEASE NOTEYour 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 (month year), supervisorand#8217;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. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the CAPPS Recruit Prescreening Questionnaire to be considered for the posting. To complete the Prescreening Questionnaire, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login:and#8239;https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=enBENEFITSState of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADD Insurance, Dependent Health Life insurance, Health Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Office of Inspector General (OIG) is the independent law enforcement agency dedicated to maintaining the safety and security of the Texas juvenile justice system. It has statutory responsible to investigate criminal allegations involving TJJD juveniles, employees, facilities, contractors, volunteers or programs within the Texas juvenile justice system. OIG inspectors general oversee criminal investigations and possess all the power and duties granted to peace officers under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. Their authority extends to parole officers and facilities operating under contract with TJJD. Specialized inspectors employed by the OIG investigate allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation by staff against justice-involved youth at both the state and county levels. The OIG also provides security at gatehouses, controlling the ingress and egress of all personnel and vehicles. Additionally, they are responsible for detecting and intercepting contraband to prevent its introduction into secure facilities operated by the TJJD. The OIG operates the 24-hour Incident Reporting Center (IRC), serving as the reporting and clearinghouse for the Texas juvenile justice system. The IRC receives and documents allegations of criminal and administrative misconduct including fraud, waste, abuse, neglect, and exploitation related to juveniles, facilities, and programs under the jurisdiction of the TJJD. Criminal analysts employed by the OIG compile and submit reports regarding criminal and administrative investigations and OIG operations to the TJJD board members, the legislature, and other state agencies. They also monitor compliance with the TJJD Use of Force Plan.Performs investigative law enforcement supervisory work. Serves as a commissioned peace officer for the Office of Inspector General at the Juvenile Justice Department. Work involves administering the daily operations and activities of the facility investigative programs. Provide a working environment free f discrimination and sexual harassment by monitoring compliance with laws, statutes, and policies, assure mandatory training for subordinates is complete and current, and address all issues quickly in consultation with OIG management. Maintains a high level of personal and professional integrity.Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek be on-call. The position may be required to respond to a designated location within 60 minutes. Occasional statewide travel is required, including instances of travel with very little notice.ESSENTIAL DUTIESOversees security and protective operations at the gatehouse and exterior properties surrounding the secure area of the facility.Oversees and identifies incidents involving unauthorized entry, malicious mischief, escape, or other criminal violations; and performs or assists with reporting, confronting, apprehending, detaining, or arresting suspects as appropriate.Plans, coordinates, and evaluates daily operations of agency facility security programs.Provides guidance, technical assistance, and training to supervised staff as needed, including the integration of new methods and procedures; oversees the implementation of new processes.Works closely with management; collaborates with facility administrators and juvenile correctional officers; and serves as a liaison with local, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.Prepares and reviews investigative reports; informs agency management of findings.Develops and executes agency recruitment and hiring for facilities.Reports safety hazards and corrects them when possible; and completes required documentation for accidents or injuries within specified timeframes.Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, business, criminal justice, or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Two (2) years of full-time wage-earning experience that may be any combination of the following: investigative or law enforcement work; canine officer or canine handler; military police; or experience as a correctional officer, case manager, social worker, human services specialist, parole officer, or probation officer working with juveniles or adults.ORHigh School diploma or equivalent. Six (6) years of full-time wage-earning experience that may be any combination of the following: investigative or law enforcement work; canine officer or canine handler; military police; or experience as a correctional officer, case manager, social worker, human services specialist, parole officer, or probation officer working with juveniles or adults.Other Requirements:Must hold an active Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer license and be eligible for appointment as set forth in the Texas Administrative Code, Title 37, Part 7, Chapter 217.

Must have a valid driver license.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelorand#8217;s degree with major course work in criminal justice, social work, behavioral science, legal studies or a related field.

Advanced or Master Peace Officer license.

Certification as a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement basic instructor.

Certification as a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement firearms instructor.

Experience as a field training officer.

Military police experience.Experience and Education Substitutions:One year of appropriate experience may substitute for one year of college (30 course hours) on a year for year basis.

Completed course hours of undergraduate study may substitute for up to four years of experience on a basis of 30 course hours for one year of experience.

Completed course hours of graduate study may substitute for up

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