TDCJ - Administrative Assistant III - Count Room

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Kenedy (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is seeking a detail-oriented individual to manage inmate housing assignments and ensure compliance across housing and job postings.

You will count, verify information, and assist in resolving issues while performing data entry and supporting training for staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with data entry and information verification is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assign inmate housing and review housing and job assignments for compliance.
• Prepare counts and verify information.
• Assist in resolving errors or issues; perform data entry and verification.
• Assist with training others and related tasks.
• Support UCC processes as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Duties

Assigns inmate housing, reviews housing and job assignments to determine compliance, prepares count, assists in resolving errors or issues, data entry, verification of information, assist in training others, assists with UCC.

You'd be a GOOD fit if: You have a high school diploma, pay close attention to detail, and stay organized while managing multiple tasks. Your comfort working with numbers, enjoyment of a fast-paced environment, and ability to work well with others all support success in this position.

You'd be a GREAT fit if: You have previous count room experience, flexible availability, and strong problem-solving skills. These qualities help ensure accuracy, reliability, and smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.

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 Duty

Outside Applicants

Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact

Questions concerning this application can be directed to:

Melissa Ardoin Zilleah Ross Hiring Manager OR Human Resources

936-437-6544 936-437-3150

[e-mail] [e-mail]

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/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions 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/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

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 sta ed in the job vacancy notice.