Job Descriptions
This section contains the descriptions for the following positions hired by the Sheriff's Office. They include:
| Corrections Officer | Certified Nursing Assistant |
| Deputy Sheriff | Counselor |
| Dispatcher | Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse |
| Security Coordinator | Licensed Vocational Nurse |
| Office Specialist Senior |
Salary: $1,751 to $ 2,458 per month
Position is eligible for overtime.
Examples of work
performed:
Performs general clerical duties as required such as: answering phones,
data entry, filing, photocopying, faxing, etc. Reviews, validates and processes
a wide variety of documents. May create and maintain manual and computerized
records and files. Uses independent judgment on establishing priorities and
then applying procedures to manage workload with minimal supervision. May
be required to answer phone calls from the public and other County agencies.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively deal
with internal and external Departments. Performs all other duties as may be
assigned.
This position
requires:
Standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, bending, climbing,
twisting upper body, walking, carrying large boxes, listening, talking, use
of telephone and radio, exposure to computer monitor screens and repetitive
data entry. Some assignments may require shift work or work on holidays. Some
assignments may also include exposure to individuals with risk of illness.
Qualifiication
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School
Graduation or G.E.D. Adequate typing skills (45 wpm with a high degree of
accuracy). Certain positions require 55 wpm. Knowledge of PC-computer systems
with standard word processing experience. A minimum of one year of responsible
office/clerical experience. Must successfully pass all written and typing
tests required.
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities:
Ability to perform the following: 1) communicate effectively both
orally and in writing; 2) use electronic data communications; and 3) handle
several items at one time, possible in a stressful situation. Applicant must
be able to maintain a pleasant and courteous demeanor when dealing with other
Sheriff's Office staff, the public and other outside agencies. Applicant must
be able to maintain confidentiality of certain types of information.
Salary upon completion of first year Cadet Period: $3,023 per month
Summary of Function:
Provides Corrections services involving the health, safety, and security of
inmates and the public in a Corrections facility or program. Reports to a
Sergeant, Corrections or other designated Supervisor.
Examples of work
performed:
Books, classifies, transfers, transports, and releases inmates with
attention to the health, safety, and security of other officers, inmates and
the public. Conducts inspections and inmate searches. Reviews, completes,
and processes official papers and documents. Conducts safety inspections and
fire drills. Provides informal counseling to inmates. Intervenes and resolves
crisis situations such as fights and medical emergencies. Conducts head counts.
Serves meals. Assists with the personal needs of inmates, such as telephone
calls, mail, visits. Monitors and assists visitors. May be assigned to classify
inmates into appropriate housing areas or custody levels. May be assigned
to plan, organize, and conduct inmate recreational programs. May be assigned
to interview, investigate, and evaluate inmates with regard to eligibility
for personal bond and make appropriate recommendations and follow-up. May
be assigned to maintenance duties. Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
This position
requires:
Standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, bending, climbing,
twisting upper body, walking running, driving, carrying, hearing, talking,
exposure to outdoor conditions, qualifying with and carrying a weapon and
the ability to take physical control of another person as needed; and exposure
to: volatile or stressful situations, computer screens and individuals with
risk of illness. Requires working rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
At the time of application, completion of 12 semester hours at an
accredited college or university with a 2.0 grade point average or better.
Two years consecutive experience in corrections at a county jail, state or
federal penal institution; or two years active
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities:
(Commensurate with experience/education)
Summary of Function:
Under clinical and administrative supervision, assists in providing direct
patient care and administering medication. Assists patients with activities
of daily living. Functions under the close supervision of a physician, registered
nurse or other similarly licensed health care practitioner. Performs basic
patient care functions. Works in secure facilities.
Required Qualifications:
Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED
and six (6) months Certified Nursing Assistant or Medication Aide experience.
Special Requirements:
*current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medication
Aide in the state of Texas.
*current CPR certification.
Preferred Requirements:
*bilingual in English/Spanish
Hours:
Full-time hours will vary based upon shift availability and will include work
on weekends and holidays.
Work site:
Travis County Correctional Complex, 3614 Bill Price Road, Del Valle
Travis County Jail, 501 West 10th, Austin
(Commensurate with experience/education)
Summary of Function:
Provides assessment, along with individual and group counseling (including
crisis intervention counseling) to inmates. May provide counseling to correctional
staff and families of inmates. Reports to Counseling Supervisor.
Examples of work
performed:
Screens and evaluates inmates for psychiatric illness and potentially
suicidal characteristics. Provides individual and group counseling to inmates
regarding: mental and behavioral problems, substance abuse, rehabilitation,
personal and family problems, AIDS, and adjustment to confinement. Provides
crisis intervention services. Administers, scores and interprets sociological,
psychological and vocational tests. Plans, supervises and provides rehabilitation
services. Maintains security and safety procedures for inmates and staff.
Provides counseling to corrections staff and inmate family members. Prepares
treatment plans, progress notes, interview records. Maintains case files.
Prepares various reports and statistical records. Performs all other duties
as may be assigned.
Qualifiication
Requirements:
Counselor I: Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s
degree in the social sciences or a related field, plus two years experience.
A Master’s degree may substitute for experience requirement.
Counselor II: Education and experience equivalent to a Master’s
degree in counseling plus two years of counseling experience.
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply counseling theory, practices and procedures. Good knowledge of correctional theory and practices; skills in human relations; ability to write clear and concise reports and to work and communicate effectively with employees, inmates, volunteers, community agencies, and the public. Must be willing to work shifts.
Deputy Sheriff
Salary Information:
Salary: $3,659 per month
Summary of Function:
This position
requires:
Standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, bending, climbing,
twisting upper body, walking, running, driving, carrying, hearing, speaking,
exposure to outdoor conditions, qualifying with and carrying chemical, impact
and deadly weapons. The position also requires ability to take physical control
of another person as needed and exposure to: volatile or stressful situations,
computer screens and individuals with risk of illness. Requires working rotating
shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Qualifiication
Requirements:
High school graduation or its equivalent. At the time of application must
have a Basic Peace Officer certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
Officers Standards and Education (TCLEOSE)
Preferred Qualifications:
At the time of application, if applicant has completed 12 semester
hours at an accredited college or university with a 2.0 grade point average
or better; or two years active
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations and procedures governing custody of persons. Ability to read and understand departmental policies, rules, and regulations. An aptitude for Law Enforcement work including the ability to: 1) understand and follow oral instructions; 2) retain physical endurance and agility; 3) write clear and accurate reports; 4) analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and reasonable course of action; 4) provide complete and accurate testimony of all past facts and incidents; 6) communicate verbally and in writing to professional standards; and 7) maintain confidentiality of certain types of information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, officials, inmates and the public.
Salary Information:
Salary: $2,386to $2,865 per month
Summary of Function:
Answers incoming calls from the public or other Law Enforcement Units. Evaluates
calls. Relays calls to the officers in the field. Keeps information on the
location of officers and assists in record checks.
Examples of work
performed:
Answers incoming telephone calls and radio reports. Evaluates and
directs calls to the appropriate Officer or Agency. Performs computer-assisted
and manual record checks for officers on individuals, locations, vehicles
and other property (sometimes verifying warrants or reports of stolen property
with the originating agency). Monitors and responds to radio traffic. Maintains
current location and status of officers, various logs and computer data files
(e.g. incident reports, stolen or repossessed property logs, wrecker rotation
logs, maps, etc.). Enters information into the
This position
requires:
Standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, bending, climbing,
twisting upper body, walking, running, carrying, listening, talking, use of
telephone and radio, maintaining calm in stressful circumstances, continual
exposure to computer monitor screens and repetitive data entry. Requires working
rotating shift, weekends, and holidays. May require occasional contact with
persons in custody.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Graduation
or G.E.D. One year experience in dispatching or an equivalent job is preferred.
Must be able to type a minimum of 45 wpm with high degree of accuracy. Must
successfully pass all written tests required.
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities:
Ability to operate radios, electronic data communications equipment and computers. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to handle several items at one time, possibly in a stressful situation. Must be able to maintain a pleasant and courteous demeanor when dealing with other employees, the general public and other outside agencies. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of certain types of information.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Salary Information:
Starting salary up to $3,517 per month (plus 15% shift differential)
Summary of Function:
Examples of work
performed:
Responds to inmate medical needs and arranges for or provides treatment.
Maintains security and safety procedures for inmates and staff. Provides health
care instruction and counseling to inmates. Assists physicians, psychiatrists
and dentists as needed. Processes inmates into the jail by screening and evaluation
of medical and mental histories as needed. Maintains inventory of medical
supplies (including drugs) and maintains security control of these items.
Fills and dispenses medicines and supervises self-administration. Answers
inmate and staff inquiries. Maintains medical charts and records. Maintains
the cleanliness of the work area. Performs clerical duties, such as records
filing. Sets appointments for the inmates to see a physician, psychiatrist
or dentist. Makes frequent observations of medical cells. Performs all other
duties as may be assigned.
Standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, bending, climbing,
twisting upper body, walking, running, carrying, listening, talking, use of
telephone and radio, and exposure to medical equipment and persons with risk
of illness. Must be willing to work any shift, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
Qualifiication
Requirements:
Must be certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse with current license
to practice by the Texas State Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners. Must successfully
pass all written tests required.
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of and skills in first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, and of the philosophy of principles of general nursing. Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing to professional standards. Must be able to maintain a pleasant, courteous demeanor when dealing with other employees, the general public and other outside agencies.
Registered Nurse (RN)
RN Charge Nurse – Starting salary up to $5,277 per
month (plus 15% shift differential)
Summary of Function:
Standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, bending, climbing,
twisting upper body, walking, running, carrying, listening, talking, use of
telephone and radio, and exposure to medical equipment and persons with risk
of illness.
Must be willing to work any shift, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation
from an accredited
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of and skills in first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, and of the philosophy of principles of general nursing. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must be able to maintain a pleasant, courteous demeanor when dealing with other employees, the general public and other outside agencies.
Summary of Function:
Examples of work
performed:
Operates base radio within the jail complexes and maintains contact
with all jail posts. Monitors radio for routine and emergency transmissions.
Monitors alarm systems in the jail complexes, courthouse and the annex and
dispatches assistance as needed. Operates electronic control panel for access
to units. Monitors security cameras to track normal inmate movement and identify
security violations in all areas, including multi-purpose and isolation areas.
Maintains accurate inmate count for each unit. Coordinates inmate visits with
post officers and receptionists. Generates computerized inmate roster report.
Answers incoming telephone calls. Provides assistance to inmates and public
as needed. Accepts money and property for inmates. Performs all other duties
as may be assigned.
This position
requires:
Standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, bending, climbing,
twisting upper body, walking, running, carrying, listening, talking, use of
telephone and radio, and exposure to computer monitors. Requires working rotating
shifts, weekends, and holidays. Exposure to individuals with risk of illness
is possible.
Qualifiication
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Graduation
or G.E.D. Must be able to complete a basic correctional training course after
hired into position. Must successfully pass all written tests required. Adequate
typing skills (30 wpm with a high degree of accuracy) is also required.
Good knowledge of the methods and procedures used in operating jail security
systems. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability
to operate typewriters, computer terminals, radios and various electronic
communications equipment. Ability to handle several items at one time, possibly
in a stressful situation. Must be able to maintain a pleasant, courteous demeanor
when dealing with other employees, the general public and other outside agencies.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of certain types of information.
