TDCJ - Project Design Specialist III

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

About the role

This position reports to the Dir III, Mgr Civil/Structural Engineering Branch. Duties include direct contact with Architects, Engineers, Engineering Specialists, and Drafting Techs to draft comprehensive plans for projects requiring Architecture or Engineering expertise.

Responsibilities

• Draft comprehensive plans for projects requiring Architecture or Engineering expertise using AutoCAD software
• Accomplish field assignments to collect measurements and other data to develop drawings from your own notes and sketches
• Review and check the work of others

Requirements

• Five years full-time, wage-earning experience in civil drafting and computer-aided design (CAD) drafting using AutoCAD software
• Construction experience in electrical, mechanical, architecture, civil, and/or structural fields (preferred)
• Ability to remain focused and not easily distracted
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship or financial assistance
• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment

Additional Information

• No travel required; position may make day trips, but no overnight trips
• No work site visits or study material required
• No pre-service training academy required
• Not a hazardous duty or longevity position

Military Preference

To receive military preference, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to your job application. Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide. Resources for translating military experience into civilian job terms are available at:

• Texas Skills to Work
• O*NET Online
• State Auditor's Office Job Descriptions
• CareerOneStop

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

Contact Information

Questions concerning this position can be directed to:

• Hiring Manager: Damon Andrews
  936-437-7250
  Damon.Andrews@tdcj.texas.gov
• Human Resources: Zilleah Ross
  936-437-3150
  hr.selectionsteam2@tdcj.texas.gov