TDCJ - Counsel Substitute II

Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex work as a representative and advocate of inmates in a correctional facility.
• Provides technical support to inmates in the disciplinary process.
• Coordinates the inmate disciplinary process, including case management, application of policies and procedures, docket schedules, and quality control.
• Notifies and interviews inmates charged with violations of agency, facility, or unit rules and regulations.
• Analyzes inmates' positions, develops strategies of defense, and advises inmates of alternative plans of action.
• Assists in maintaining security of inmates.
• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Qualifications

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

• You have strong communication skills.
• You have the ability to work independently while following guidelines.
• You have a high level of integrity and reliability.
• You pay attention to detail and are committed to accurate documentation.

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

• You are fair-minded, dependable, and comfortable making impartial decisions.
• You are a respectful, clear communicator who handles challenging situations professionally.

Additional Information

• Travel: 25% – Position may spend 1-5 nights away per month.
• Pre-Service Training Academy Required: Yes.
• Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position: Hazardous.
• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

For full job description, see Counsel Substitute II.

Contact Information

Questions concerning this position can be directed to:

• Hiring Manager: Paul Morales
  935-437-3477
  Paul.Morales@tdcj.texas.gov
• Human Resources: Harmony Lopez
  936-437-3069
  hr.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov

Military Preference: To receive military preference, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application. Additional Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.

For assistance translating military experience into civilian job terms, visit Texas Skills to Work, O*NET Online, or CareerOneStop.

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions via CAPPS Recruit to be considered.

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.