CORR INSTITUTIONS DIV - SUPPORT OP/CLASS & RECORD
Administrative Assistant III - Count Room - Byrd Unit (032107)
CORR INSTITUTIONS DIV - SUPPORT OP/CLASS & RECORD, Huntsville, Texas, us, 77344
Job Description - Administrative Assistant III - Count Room - Byrd Unit (032107) (26000027)
Job Description
Organization CORR INSTITUTIONS DIV - SUPPORT OP/CLASS & RECORD
Primary Location United States - Texas - HUNTSVILLE
Job Office and Administrative Support
Employee Status Regular
Schedule Full-time
Travel No
Salary / Salary Range $3,380.63 (RET 2.5% Less)
Pay Basis Monthly
Work Site Visits: Yes
Study Material: No
Overtime Status Non-exempt
Job Posting Jan 7, 2026, 6:00:00 AM
Closing Date Jan 17, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
JOB SUMMARY Performs complex administrative support work. Work involves providing administrative support including disseminating information; assisting with maintaining filing systems; and preparing and editing reports and documents. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Organizes, assigns, and reviews unit count room activities to include unit absentee tracking procedures; assigns inmate housing in compliance with legal, medical, and custody requirements; reviews housing and job assignment records to determine compliance with Lamar and Health Summary for Classification (HSM‑18) restrictions; makes approved adjustments to comply with mandates; and maintains classification committee records.
B. Coordinates with security staff to ensure accuracy of the count process and appropriate inmate housing assignments; assists in resolving errors or conflicts; and ensures accurate maintenance of the count room board display.
C. Compiles and enters data for the preparation and maintenance of accurate count room records and the verification of information related to the unit strength and count to include additions, deletions, housing assignments, custody status, job assignments, medical status, absences, and lay‑ins.
D. Responds to routine inquiries regarding count room rules, regulations, policies, procedures, records, and reports; assists in the development of unit count room policies and procedures; and makes recommendations for improvements.
E. Organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of others; and assists in training and providing technical assistance to others.
* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training
Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
One year full‑time, wage‑earning customer service, clerical, secretarial, administrative support, technical program support, or criminal justice experience. Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each six months of experience.
Correctional unit operations experience preferred.
Computer operations experience preferred.
Inmate classification experience preferred.
B. Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
Knowledge of unit count room procedures preferred.
Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in problem‑solving techniques.
Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand‑alone or local area network environment.
Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
Skill to plan work in order to meet established guidelines.
Skill to plan, organize, and assign the work of others.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.
B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.
Additional Information Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full‑time or part‑time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete.
If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts 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.
*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre‑employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*
Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:
Shelbie Morrow Human Resources Headquarters 2 Financial Plaza, STE 600 Huntsville, TX 77340 PH (936) 437‑4106 EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov
Military Occupation Specialty Code The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. https://www.hr.txst.edu/veterans/veteranspreference/militarycrosswalk.html
EEO Statement The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.
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Organization CORR INSTITUTIONS DIV - SUPPORT OP/CLASS & RECORD
Primary Location United States - Texas - HUNTSVILLE
Job Office and Administrative Support
Employee Status Regular
Schedule Full-time
Travel No
Salary / Salary Range $3,380.63 (RET 2.5% Less)
Pay Basis Monthly
Work Site Visits: Yes
Study Material: No
Overtime Status Non-exempt
Job Posting Jan 7, 2026, 6:00:00 AM
Closing Date Jan 17, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
JOB SUMMARY Performs complex administrative support work. Work involves providing administrative support including disseminating information; assisting with maintaining filing systems; and preparing and editing reports and documents. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Organizes, assigns, and reviews unit count room activities to include unit absentee tracking procedures; assigns inmate housing in compliance with legal, medical, and custody requirements; reviews housing and job assignment records to determine compliance with Lamar and Health Summary for Classification (HSM‑18) restrictions; makes approved adjustments to comply with mandates; and maintains classification committee records.
B. Coordinates with security staff to ensure accuracy of the count process and appropriate inmate housing assignments; assists in resolving errors or conflicts; and ensures accurate maintenance of the count room board display.
C. Compiles and enters data for the preparation and maintenance of accurate count room records and the verification of information related to the unit strength and count to include additions, deletions, housing assignments, custody status, job assignments, medical status, absences, and lay‑ins.
D. Responds to routine inquiries regarding count room rules, regulations, policies, procedures, records, and reports; assists in the development of unit count room policies and procedures; and makes recommendations for improvements.
E. Organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of others; and assists in training and providing technical assistance to others.
* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training
Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
One year full‑time, wage‑earning customer service, clerical, secretarial, administrative support, technical program support, or criminal justice experience. Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each six months of experience.
Correctional unit operations experience preferred.
Computer operations experience preferred.
Inmate classification experience preferred.
B. Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
Knowledge of unit count room procedures preferred.
Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in problem‑solving techniques.
Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand‑alone or local area network environment.
Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
Skill to plan work in order to meet established guidelines.
Skill to plan, organize, and assign the work of others.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.
B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.
Additional Information Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full‑time or part‑time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete.
If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts 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.
*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre‑employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*
Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:
Shelbie Morrow Human Resources Headquarters 2 Financial Plaza, STE 600 Huntsville, TX 77340 PH (936) 437‑4106 EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov
Military Occupation Specialty Code The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. https://www.hr.txst.edu/veterans/veteranspreference/militarycrosswalk.html
EEO Statement The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.
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