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Texas Juvenile Justice Department

TJJD - Inspector General - Sergeant Fugitive Apprehension - (AUS/San Antonio) -

Texas Juvenile Justice Department, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Texas Juvenile Justice Department .

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Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00053568

Apply directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section.

How to Apply Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/careers/):

TLJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)

Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)

Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)

Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will delay consideration.

Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00053568tz=GMT-05:00 and attach the forms along with copies of high school/college diplomas, official transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, for veterans, a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx with the same supplemental information.

The additional forms can be submitted via email to: HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and meet the Minimum Qualifications.

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, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add‑on benefits: dental, vision, optional life insurance, voluntary ADD insurance, dependent health life insurance, health dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Certain designated positions eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

General Description The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent law enforcement agency dedicated to maintaining the safety and security of the Texas juvenile justice system. It investigates criminal allegations involving TJJD juveniles, employees, facilities, contractors, volunteers or programs within the 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 investigate allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation by staff against justice‑involved youth at the state and county levels. OIG also provides security at gatehouses, controls ingress and egress of all personnel and vehicles, detects and intercepts contraband, operates the 24‑hour Incident Reporting Center (IRC), serves as a reporting and clearinghouse for the system, compiles and submits reports to the TJJD board members, the legislature and other state agencies, and monitors compliance with the TJJD Use of Force Plan.

Essential Duties

Oversee and conduct criminal and administrative investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and related allegations; including interviewing witnesses, collecting and evaluating evidence, and preparing detailed reports for legal and administrative action.

Obtain and execute warrants; assist other law enforcement agencies; conduct undercover investigations; perform arrests and facility security duties, including escapee pursuit.

Prepare comprehensive case reports; submit criminal cases for prosecution; produce administrative reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation to agency leadership for discipline.

Document investigative activity in accordance with standard operating procedures; maintain records of cases, evidence, contraband, and property.

Conduct routine, random, or specifically requested searches and inspections of facility premises, persons, and vehicles.

Record all training and other activities; complete monthly activity reports.

Coordinate with departmental staff to meet objectives; share information on investigative activities; identify operational concerns and trends; recommend improvements.

Collect and analyze reports of serious injury, escape, youth‑on‑youth assaults, and attempted suicide; issue reports on non‑compliance with state laws and agency rules; report technical assistance needs.

May be assigned as a computer forensic investigator.

Perform all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures; report safety hazards and correct them when possible; complete required documentation for accidents or injuries within specified timeframes.

Provide training to others.

May be assigned a canine partner to assist with detection, interception, and investigation of contraband.

Perform related work as assigned; attend work on a regular and predictable schedule; extensive statewide travel required.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Part‑time

Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management; Public Safety

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