TJJD - McLennan County Facility- Mart, Texas - Now HIRING Juvenile Correctional Officers Apply
TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT - MCLENNAN COUNTY JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY IN MART, TEXAS - 116 BURLESON ROAD
WE ARE ACTIVELY HIRING FOR JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS!
START A NEW CAREER AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
VISIT US AT ONE OF THE UPCOMING EVENTS LISTED BELOW OR APPLY ONLINE AT: www.tjjd.texas.gov
*We will be accepting applications, scheduling interviews and conducting pre-employment testing at the event in Killeen - please arrive at the start of the event if you would like to take the pre-employment test.
THURSDAY FEB 8th from 10 am to 12 pm
Workforce Solutions Center - 1416 South New Road, Waco, TX
*We will be accepting applications, conducting on the spot interviews and conducting pre-employment testing at the Waco event*
FRIDAY FEB 9th from 11 am to 2 pm
Workforce Solutions of Central Texas - 300 Cheyenne Dr, Killeen, TX
*We will be accepting applications, scheduling interviews and conducting pre-employment testing at the event in Killeen - please arrive at 11 am if you would like to take the pre-employment test. Please come between 1 pm and 2 pm if you are not testing. No appointment necessary.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain security and control within a juvenile correctional facility
- Supervise and monitor the activities of juvenile offenders
- Conduct regular patrols and inspections of the facility
- Enforce rules, regulations, and policies to ensure a safe and secure environment
- Respond to incidents, emergencies, and disturbances as necessary
- Conduct searches of individuals, cells, and common areas for contraband
- Escort and transport juveniles within the facility or to external appointments
- Provide guidance, counseling, and support to juveniles as needed
- Complete accurate and detailed reports regarding incidents, behavior, and activities
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- First aid and CPR certification (received during TJJD training)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to write clear and concise reports
- Experience in conflict management and de-escalation strategies preferred
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Familiarity with CCTV systems and monitoring equipment is a plus
- Must pass a background check, physical and drug screening
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Questions? Contact Recruiter LeaAnn Johnson - lea.johnson@tjjd.texas.gov
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $3,722.80 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Killeen, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
