TDCJ - Counsel Substitute II

Responsibilities

• Performs complex work as a representative and advocate of inmates in a correctional facility. Work involves providing technical support to inmates in the disciplinary process; and providing guidance to others. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
• Performs technical work for the inmate disciplinary process to include coordination with other staff, case management, application of policies procedures, docket schedules, and quality control, prepares and maintains accurate records of program activities, and prepares related reports.
• Notifies and interviews inmates charged with violations of agency, facility and unit rules and regulations; explains charges to inmates, agency and contract employees; investigates allegations, prepares written statements, and obtains all documentary evidence.
• Analyzes inmate positions, develops strategies of defense and advises inmates of alternative plans of action, represents inmates at disciplinary hearings; negotiates the mitigation of punishments, and adv