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Agency Information
We are committed to transforming lives and building safter communities by working collaboratively, communicating openly, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our team models accountability, transparency, and respect, taking proactive steps to ensure the physical and emotional safety of youth, staff, and the community. We strive for excellence through continuous growth, thoughtful decision making, and mission driven collaboration, supporting one another while embracing challenges that lead to meaningful, longterm impact.
Job Description
The 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 justiceinvolved 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 24hour 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 work. Serves as a commissioned peace officer for the Office of Inspector General at the Juvenile Justice Department. Work involves planning, organizing, and conducting investigations on agency property or involving agency interests. Work involves planning, organizing, and conducting investigations on TJJD property or involving TJJD interests. Work may require use of canine partners to aid in the detection, interception, and investigation of contraband within secure and nonsecure TJJDoperated and contracted facilities and detection of articles and human scents in the event of an escape.
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 work week and be oncall. This 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 Job Duties
Conducts and oversees security and investigations of alleged violations of laws, rules, and regulations.
Conducts and oversees security and protective operations at the gatehouse and exterior properties surrounding the secure area of the facility.
Conducts routine, random, or specifically requested searches and inspections of facility premises, persons, and vehicles entering or on facility premises.
Identifies and oversees incidents involving unauthorized entry, malicious mischief, escape, or other criminal violations; and may report, confront, apprehend, detain, or arrest suspects as appropriate.
Documents investigative activity in accordance with standard operating procedures and maintains records of cases, evidence, contraband, and property in compliance with applicable laws and retention policies.
Testifies in criminal proceedings, hearings, or trials.
Reports safety hazards and corrects them when possible; and completes required documentation for accidents or injuries within specified timeframes.
Provides training to others.
May be assigned a canine partner to assist with the detection, interception, and investigation of contraband in both secure and nonsecure areas of agencyoperated and contracted facilities.
Performs related work as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited fouryear 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.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent. Four (4) years of fulltime wageearning experience that may be any combination of the following: investigative or law enforcement work; canine officer or canine handler; military police; security officer; or experience as a correctional officer, parole officer, or probation officer working with juveniles or adults.
Required:

• Active Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer license and be eligible for appointment as set forth in Texas Administrative Code, Title 37, Part 7, Chapter 217.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, behavioral science, legal studies, or a related field.
• Intermediate Peace Officer certification (TCOLE).
• Law enforcement investigative experience.
• Military police experience.

Experience and Education Substitutions:

• A current TCOLE peace officer proficiency certification above the basic level may substitute for experience as follows: (1) intermediate ¿ one year of experience; (2) advanced ¿ two years of experience; (3) masters ¿ four years of experience.
• 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 to two years of experience on a basis of 12 graduate course hours for one year of experience.
• Prorated parttime experience may satisfy the experience requirement .

Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.
This position is subject to mandatory preemployment drug testing and any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from a drug screen conducted for the agency.
This position may be subject to a written exercise and a physical fitness assessment.
Requirements for Continued Employment:

• Maintain a valid driver license.
• Maintain a valid TCOLE peace officer license.
• If assigned a canine partner, must be certified annually and trained in passive canine alert indication.

Failure to maintain required licenses/certifications will result in termination of employment .
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of agency programs, policies, procedures, and facility rules; the criminal justice system and court procedures; investigative and law enforcement methods and practices.
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal laws, including Texas Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedures, case law, and laws governing arrest, search, and seizure.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence.
• Knowledge of regulations related to the abuse, neglect, exploitation, and mistreatment of youth or children.
• Knowledge of techniques for managing volatile or hostile situations.
• Skill in maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating fairness and impartiality.
• Skill in appropriately restraining youth.
• Skill in using firearms, intermediate weapons, and defensive tactics.
• Skill in administering first aid.
• Skill in maintaining written records.
• Skill in enforcing order and discipline and responding effectively in emergencies.
• Skill in operating computers and other standard office equipment.
• Skill in utilizing data and reports as administrative tools.
• Skill in organizing, prioritizing, and managing tasks within deadlines.
• Ability to secure and process crime scenes.
• Ability to collect and preserve evidence.
• Ability to conduct investigations and interviews.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports, affidavits, warrants, and cases for prosecution.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws and regulations.
• Ability to uphold ethical standards and enforce policies and laws.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to provide guidance to others.

Physical Requirements
The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Analyzing
Alphabetizing
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to see
Ability to hear (with or without aid)
Ability to perform tactile discernment
Identify colors
Depth perception
Operate motor equipment
Lifting, 45lbs., or heavier
Carrying, 45lbs., or heavier
Restraining combative youth
Pulling
Pushing
Prolonged standing and walking
Walking
Standing
Sitting
Prolonged sitting
Repeated bending
Reaching above shoulder
Manual/finger dexterity
Dual simultaneous grasping
Crawling
Twisting
Kneeling
Stooping
Climbing stairs
Climbing ladders
Benefits
State 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 addon benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, and career ladder advancements.
Military/Veteran Information
In order to receive veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.
For Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk, please visit: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf
Additional Information
If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls 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.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls.
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The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services
Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
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Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
How to Apply
Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), name of direct supervisor and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was fulltime or parttime 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.
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