Texas Juvenile Justice Department
TJJD - Inspector General - Police Inspector - (MCL) - 52946
Texas Juvenile Justice Department, Mart, Texas, United States, 76664
Job Overview
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 responsibility 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. Responsibilities
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 non-secure areas of agency-operated and contracted facilities. Qualifications
Graduation 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. OR High School diploma or equivalent. Four (4) 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; 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. 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.
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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 responsibility 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. Responsibilities
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 non-secure areas of agency-operated and contracted facilities. Qualifications
Graduation 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. OR High School diploma or equivalent. Four (4) 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; 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. 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.
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