Travis County
Job Summary
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Corrections Officer
role at
Travis County .
Salary:
$58,349.50 per year
in the entry level position; promotional paths include Step 1 salary of
$60,099.99 per year , Senior Calls at
$62,936.41 per year . Experienced officers can earn higher base pay and may qualify for Senior level positions based on years of service and license level.
Specialized units are available for additional experience and training.
Duties And Responsibilities
Assist Post Officers and perform duties away from the post to ensure smooth operation of the building/section.
Procure supplies, deliver paperwork, and respond to assistance calls.
Support mail, commissary, laundry, and related activities.
Assist with inmate searches, cell searches, and inmate counts; update and print count sheets daily.
Assist with meal distribution and resolve inmate requests and complaints.
Maintain cleanliness, security, and maintenance of the building and grounds.
Conduct cleanup details and outside perimeter security checks once per shift.
Monitor recreation, special inmate work details, religious services, and visitor activities.
Escort and process inmates, visitors, and official guests; monitor inmate movement to courts/programs.
Respond to crisis situations (fights, fire alarms, medical emergencies) according to policy and procedure.
Maintain equipment logs and manage keys, radios, vehicles, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements Education and Experience Must be a U.S. citizen, 20 years of age (21 for armed assignments), high school diploma or GED, and qualify with a weapon annually according to TCSO standards. Must meet physical readiness testing requirements.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, and Special Requirements Must obtain a Jailer’s License from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement within one year of employment, possess a valid driver’s license, and meet the TCSO weapon training and physical readiness standards.
If you are a current TCSO employee, attach:
Letter of Intent
Resume
PREA Form
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of
Laws, regulations, and procedures governing custody of persons.
Penal Code, Criminal Procedure, Rules of Evidence, Family Code, Civil statutes, regulatory agency codes, Texas Jail Standards.
Federal, State, Local, and County laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Practices and procedures of jail management.
Local ordinances and TCOLE standards pertaining to commitment, confinement, and release of prisoners.
Skill in
Operating basic computer equipment and software, including word processing and spreadsheets.
Using detention and law enforcement equipment.
Basic conflict resolution and community relations.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Ability to
Work as a team member in a diverse organization.
Read and understand basic legal documents.
Interact beyond giving instructions.
Perform under stress and handle emergency situations.
Maintain discipline and order in the jail.
Make decisions and take prompt action in emergencies.
Prepare and maintain records and logs.
Establish effective working relationships as required.
Take physical control of another person.
Work Environment & Other Information Physical requirements include lifting 20–50 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination, and operating computer and office equipment. The job requires standing, walking, sitting, jogging, running, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, and squatting. The environment is stressful, with exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous waste, and human fecal matter. Duties may involve contact with criminals and may include emergency response tasks requiring a self‑contained breathing apparatus and the ability to drag a 150‑pound person 75 feet.
Special ADA Physical Statement Vision Must have sufficient vision without glasses to defend self and others; corrected visual acuity to 20/20 or better with uncorrected vision of 20/200 or better. Individuals who have had refractive surgery must submit a Corrected Vision Surgical Form.
Hearing Must have normal hearing in both ears; thresholds within 25 dB at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2000 Hz, and 3000 Hz.
Seizure Disorder Uncontrolled seizures are disqualifying. Applicants with a history of seizures must be seizure‑free for one year and disclose in a written statement.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity; employees may be assigned to business continuity efforts outside normal job functions.
Important Note: Multiple positions are available.
Work Hours Shift work to include holidays, nights, and weekends.
Department: Travis County Sheriff Office Location: Austin, TX
TCOLE exam required, Physical and Psychological Exam, Drug and Alcohol Test, Criminal, Credit, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.
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Corrections Officer
role at
Travis County .
Salary:
$58,349.50 per year
in the entry level position; promotional paths include Step 1 salary of
$60,099.99 per year , Senior Calls at
$62,936.41 per year . Experienced officers can earn higher base pay and may qualify for Senior level positions based on years of service and license level.
Specialized units are available for additional experience and training.
Duties And Responsibilities
Assist Post Officers and perform duties away from the post to ensure smooth operation of the building/section.
Procure supplies, deliver paperwork, and respond to assistance calls.
Support mail, commissary, laundry, and related activities.
Assist with inmate searches, cell searches, and inmate counts; update and print count sheets daily.
Assist with meal distribution and resolve inmate requests and complaints.
Maintain cleanliness, security, and maintenance of the building and grounds.
Conduct cleanup details and outside perimeter security checks once per shift.
Monitor recreation, special inmate work details, religious services, and visitor activities.
Escort and process inmates, visitors, and official guests; monitor inmate movement to courts/programs.
Respond to crisis situations (fights, fire alarms, medical emergencies) according to policy and procedure.
Maintain equipment logs and manage keys, radios, vehicles, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements Education and Experience Must be a U.S. citizen, 20 years of age (21 for armed assignments), high school diploma or GED, and qualify with a weapon annually according to TCSO standards. Must meet physical readiness testing requirements.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, and Special Requirements Must obtain a Jailer’s License from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement within one year of employment, possess a valid driver’s license, and meet the TCSO weapon training and physical readiness standards.
If you are a current TCSO employee, attach:
Letter of Intent
Resume
PREA Form
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of
Laws, regulations, and procedures governing custody of persons.
Penal Code, Criminal Procedure, Rules of Evidence, Family Code, Civil statutes, regulatory agency codes, Texas Jail Standards.
Federal, State, Local, and County laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Practices and procedures of jail management.
Local ordinances and TCOLE standards pertaining to commitment, confinement, and release of prisoners.
Skill in
Operating basic computer equipment and software, including word processing and spreadsheets.
Using detention and law enforcement equipment.
Basic conflict resolution and community relations.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Ability to
Work as a team member in a diverse organization.
Read and understand basic legal documents.
Interact beyond giving instructions.
Perform under stress and handle emergency situations.
Maintain discipline and order in the jail.
Make decisions and take prompt action in emergencies.
Prepare and maintain records and logs.
Establish effective working relationships as required.
Take physical control of another person.
Work Environment & Other Information Physical requirements include lifting 20–50 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination, and operating computer and office equipment. The job requires standing, walking, sitting, jogging, running, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, and squatting. The environment is stressful, with exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous waste, and human fecal matter. Duties may involve contact with criminals and may include emergency response tasks requiring a self‑contained breathing apparatus and the ability to drag a 150‑pound person 75 feet.
Special ADA Physical Statement Vision Must have sufficient vision without glasses to defend self and others; corrected visual acuity to 20/20 or better with uncorrected vision of 20/200 or better. Individuals who have had refractive surgery must submit a Corrected Vision Surgical Form.
Hearing Must have normal hearing in both ears; thresholds within 25 dB at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2000 Hz, and 3000 Hz.
Seizure Disorder Uncontrolled seizures are disqualifying. Applicants with a history of seizures must be seizure‑free for one year and disclose in a written statement.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity; employees may be assigned to business continuity efforts outside normal job functions.
Important Note: Multiple positions are available.
Work Hours Shift work to include holidays, nights, and weekends.
Department: Travis County Sheriff Office Location: Austin, TX
TCOLE exam required, Physical and Psychological Exam, Drug and Alcohol Test, Criminal, Credit, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Travis County by 2x.
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