TDCJ - Administrative Assistant III - Count Room

Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.

• To expedite the application process, please attach your valid government-issued photo identification card, your social security card or proof of authorization to work in the United States, and your proof of education (official diploma or transcript) * Job Duties: Performs complex administrative support work. Work involves providing administrative support including disseminating information; assisting with maintaining filing systems; and preparing and editing reports and documents.

Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. You'd be a GOOD fit if: Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. One year full-time, wage-earning customer service, clerical, secretarial, administrative support, technical program support, or criminal justice experience.

Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each six months of experience. Correctional unit operations experience preferred. Computer operations experience preferred.

Inmate classification experience preferred. You'd be a GREAT fit if: Knowledge of office practices and procedures. Knowledge of unit count room procedures preferred. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Skill in problem-solving techniques. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

Skill to plan work in order to meet established guidelines. Skill to plan, organize, and assign the work of others. *For the full Job Description, please click the link below: Administrative Assistant III

• Count Room Additional Information: Travel None
• Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the application position can be directed to: process can be directed to: Whitney Odom Zilleah Ross Hiring Manager OR Human Resources 281-595-3491 936-437-3150 Whitney.Odom@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam2@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to the Candidate: Military Preference To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application. Military Occupation Specialty Codes https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation. System/Job. Descriptions Click on the occupational category for the position. Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide . The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com , http://www.onetonline.org , https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation. System/Job. Descriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets. Applications submitted through Work in Texas Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Eligibility 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. EEO Statement: The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.