Job Description HOW TO APPLY Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at
TJJD 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 cause delays in your consideration for this position.
Apply Online at
00046102&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).
Apply through Work-In-Texas at
You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at:
and can be submitted via email to:
...@TJJD.Texas.gov.
PLEASE NOTE 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 (month & year), 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.
Resumes do not take the place of this required information. Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.
BENEFITS State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at 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. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Performs entry-level administrative support or technical program assistance work. Work involves preparing and disseminating information, maintaining tracking and records management systems, entering and verifying data in automated systems, and providing administrative support to management and staff. Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to work more than 40 hours per work week.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES Prepares and disseminates information concerning agency programs and services. Maintains various tracking and records management systems. Assists in preparing, editing, and distributing correspondence, documents, forms, reports, publications brochures, and studies. Assists with general office duties such as processing incoming/outgoing mail; maintaining and ordering supplies; and assisting with general human resources work. Assists in compiling and entering data for spreadsheets, charts, graphs, databases, summaries, or reports. Assists in scheduling and providing support for meetings, conferences, and seminars. May assist in answering and routing incoming phone calls, taking messages, and greeting and directing visitors to the appropriate staff. May review applications for agency services to ensure forms are filled out completely and accurately, and requests missing information and documentation. Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:
- Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
- Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested timeframes.
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies. Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience in clerical or administrative support work in a field relevant to the assignment. Pre-employment conditions require acceptable results from mandatory: • pre-employment drug test; finger printing and criminal records check. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered when performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Analyzing Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing Ability to see Ability to hear (with or without aid) Heavy lifting, up to 25 lbs. Heavy carrying, up to 25 lbs. Pulling Pushing Sitting Repeated bending Operate motor equipment Reaching above shoulder Grasping Identify colors Alphabetizing
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.
- Knowledge of Business English, spelling, and punctuation.
- Skill in the use of a personal computer, applicable software, and other standard office equipment.
- Skill in office organization.
- Ability to perform data entry functions.
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Ability to work under pressure and in stressful conditions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to type with appropriate speed and accuracy for assignments.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work more than 40 hours per work week.
VETERANS In order to receive veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application. Go to or for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets. Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Administrative Support MOS Codes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls 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.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center ( you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.
Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.