TJJD - Inspector General Sergeant Training - (BWD,

Texas Juvenile Justice Department · Gainesville, TX · 5 days ago

Information TechnologyFull-time

About the role

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is the independent law enforcement agency dedicated to maintaining the safety and security of the Texas juvenile justice system. It investigates criminal allegations involving TJJD juveniles, employees, facilities, contractors, volunteers or programs within the Texas juvenile justice system.

Responsibilities

Oversees and conducts criminal and administrative investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and related allegations; includes interviewing witnesses, collecting and evaluating evidence, and preparing detailed reports for legal and administrative action.
Oversees, obtains, and executes warrants; assists other law enforcement agencies; conducts undercover investigations; and performs arrests and facility security duties, including escapee pursuit.
Oversees and evaluates evidence; prepares comprehensive reports of investigations; and submits criminal cases for prosecution and administrative reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation to agency leadership for discipline.
Documents and oversees investigative activity in accordance with standard operating procedures and maintains records of cases, evidence, contraband, and property in compliance with applicable laws and retention policies.
Conducts routine, random, or specifically requested searches and inspections of the facility premises, persons, and vehicles entering or on facility premises. Records all training and other activities and maintains such records; and completes monthly activity reports.
Collaborates with departmental staff to meet objectives, shares information on investigative activities, identifies operational concerns and trends, and recommends improvements.
Collects and analyzes reports of serious injury, escape, youth-on-youth assaults, and attempted suicide; issues reports regarding non-compliance with related state laws and agency rules; and issues reports regarding need for technical assistance.
May be assigned as a computer forensic investigator.
Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures.
Reports safety hazards and corrects them when possible; and completes required documentation for accidents or injuries within specified timeframes.
Provides training to others.
May be assigned a canine partner to assist with the detection, interception, and investigation of contraband in both secure and non-secure areas of agency-operated and contracted facilities.
Performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in criminal justice, law enforcement, or a closely related field. A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for two years of experience. A master's degree in a related field may substitute for four years of experience.

Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in law enforcement, criminal investigation, or a related field.

Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and a current Class C driver’s license.

Must have a valid Texas Peace Officer’s License.