Current Openings
We are currently accepting applications for the following positions. For more information about the application process, or for a more complete listing of all positions available, please refer to the Employment section.
Accountant Associate
Certified Nursing Assistant
Corrections Officer
Counselor - Senior
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Physician's Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
Security Coordinator
Telecommunications 9-1-1 Specialist
Position Code: 4810-2-12725-37-1321
Closing Date: July 31, 2007
Hours: Full-time hours will vary based on shift availability and will include
work on weekends and holidays.
Grade 13; up to $36,183 annually.
Position Duties:
Requirements:
Physical requirements are lifting/carrying up to 10-15 pounds
occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand- and eye-coordination
and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment,
standing, sitting, walking, climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, crouching,
kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion
and squatting to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and experience equivalent to an Associate's degree in Accounting. Finance or a directly-related field AND two (2) years of increasing responsible relevant paraprofessional bookkeeping and accounting experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Any additional skills, training and/or education that may relate to the position.
Position Code: 4869-5-10687-37-1341
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours: Full-time hours will vary based on shift availability and will include
work on weekends and holidays.
$11.57 to $14.18 hourly; commensurate with experience.
Essential Functions:
Requirements:
Education and experience equivalent to a High School diploma
or G.E.D. AND six (6) months Certified Nursing Assistant or Medication Aide
experience.
Additional Requirements:
*Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medication
Aide in the State of Texas.
*Current CPR certification.
Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish
Cadet Corrections Salary: $2,812 per month (for first year)
Salary upon completion of first year Cadet Period: $3,023 per month
Closing Date: Until Filled
Essential Functions:
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.
Requirements:
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.
Additional Requirements:
High School Graduation or its equivalent; Jailer certification
from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education (TCLEOSE)
or the ability to successfully complete a certification course within twelve
months of hire. Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment. Must successfully
pass all written, physical, and psychological tests required.
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:
Knowledge of laws, departmental policies, rules, regulations, instructions, and correctional literature regarding the custody of person. Ability to: 1) understand and follow oral instructions; 2) write clear and concise reports; 3) maintain complete records as required; 4) meet established physical standards; 5) provide complete and accurate testimony of past facts and incidents; 6) communicate both verbally and in writing to professional standards; and 7) maintain confidentiality of certain types of information is also required. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees and officials, inmates, and the public.
Position Code: 5415-2-14170-37-1297
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours: Full-time and works some holidays, nights and weekends.
$15.17 to $18.58 hourly
Essential
Functions:
Conducts a medical, psychosocial and environmental assessment
of clients through personal interviews, observation and other methods to determine
clinical and other resources and services required. Conducts individual and
group counseling related to mental and behavioral problems, substance abuse
personal and other problems. Provides crises intervention services for clients.
Identifies clients in at-risk situations and seeks treatment solutions and
alternative environmental surroundings. Develops or assists in developing
treatment and intervention programs and recommends service plans for clients.
Presents potential diagnosis based on established criteria. Coordinates referral
of clients to clinical and other resources and services and monitors client
progress. Resolves obstacles to service delivery. Maintains primary responsibility
for coordinating client services provided by clinical and social service professionals
and community outreach service providers. Initiates and sustains ongoing advocacy
for client. Manages a client caseload.
Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral science or related field AND four (4) years experience in counseling/social services or criminal justice work.
License:
Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s License may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
*Bilingual in English/Spanish
*Master’s degree in social or behavioral science may be preferred.
*Experience in crisis and trauma counseling may be preferred.
*Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) may be preferred.
*May be required to be proficient at speaking, English, Spanish and/or sign
language.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LVN) - Two positions
Position Code: 5416-3-15409-37-0822
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours: Full-time and works some holidays, nights and weekends.
$16.23 to $20.29 hourly; commensurate with experience.
Position Function:
Evaluates total health care need of patients and develops
plans to meet those needs. Arranges for or provides medical treatment to inmates.
Reports to Medical Section Supervisor.
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.
Qualifications:
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 cardiopulmonary 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.
Position Code: 5417-2-24760-37-0030
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours: Full-time and works some holidays, nights and weekends.
Salary: $5,173.86 to $6.726.03 monthly; commensurate with
experience.
Qualifications:
If Physician Assistant:
Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program AND one (1) year
of Physician Assistant experience.
License:
*Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.
Special Requirements:
*Current certification as a Physician Assistant.
*Current CPR certification.
If Nurse Practitioner:
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program AND one (1) year
of Nurse Practitioner experience.
License
* Current license to practice nursing in the State of Texas.
Special Requirements
*Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
*Current CPR certification.
Position Code: 5139-4-10413-37-1665
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours: Full-time and works some holidays, nights and weekends.
Salary Information:
$11.57 - $14.18 hourly: commensurate with experience.
Essential Functions:
Required Qualifications:
Experience and education equivalent to a High School Diploma or a G.E.D. Certificate AND must complete a 40-hour basic adult or juvenile correctional training course within six months of assignment to the job classification. Must qualify for Jailer License within six (6) months of assignment to the job classification.
Typing speed: 50 words per minute
Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish
Position Code: 5140-4-13752-37-1684
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours: Full-time, shift work required and works some holidays, nights and
weekends. Shift assignment will be based on need at time of hire.
$14.18 - $17.37 hourly; commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications:
Education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or a G.E.D. AND one (1) year of telecommunications experience or equivalent and one (1) year of computer experience.
Typing speed: 50 words per minute
Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish
