Job Requirements

Corrections Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School diploma or equivalent

  • Must be at least 18 years of age per Rule 217.1 of the Texas Administrative Code

  • See required licenses and certifications below

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

  • Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) training

Required within twelve (12) months of employment

  • Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Jailer certification


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Position involves physically subduing and restraining aggressive inmates

  • Position involves constantly standing and walking on concrete floors while making rounds

  • Position involves dragging a minimum of 165 pounds (training/recruitment mannequin) in a manner consistent with rescue and restraint maneuvers

  • Position involves to hearing audible sounds and speaking in a clear understandable voice

  • Position may involve working day and/or overnight shifts

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

  • Maximum security facility behind locked doors

  • Exposure to individuals accused or convicted of crimes, individuals with risk of illness, and potential biohazards

  • May be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

  • Criminal background check: Yes

  • Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes

  • Drug screening: Yes

  • Physical exam: Yes

  • Psychological exam: Per TCOLE standards

  • Additional: Written tests, Oral Board


IRREGULAR HOURS

  • Must be able to work varying and/or extended shifts, weekends, and holidays or be called back in emergency situations





Law Enforcement Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • See required licenses and certifications below

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

  • TCOLE Basic Peace Officer license

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

  • Valid Texas driver's license

  • Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) training


ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

  • May be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)

  • Job may involve danger due to contact with criminals and suspects


EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

  • Criminal background check: Yes

  • Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes

  • Drug screening: Yes

  • Physical exam: Yes

  • Psychological exam: Per TCOLE standards

  • Additional: Written tests, firearms tests, Oral Boards

IRREGULAR HOURS

  • Must be able to work varying and/or extended shifts, weekends, and holidays or be called back in emergency situations


Out of State Applicants click here for details about license transfers options:

http://www.tcole.texas.gov/content/out-state-peace-officers