TDCJ - Sergeant of Correctional Officers - Region

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Amarillo (TX); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice currently seeks an entry‑level correctional supervisory/instructional position to support classroom and hands‑on training at a Regional Training Academy. Responsibilities include teaching security procedures, inmate management, and emergency response, while developing lesson plans and training materials.

The role requires delivering examinations, counseling, supervising trainees, and coordinating schedules with academy leadership.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of correctional custody or law enforcement experience.
• Willing to complete instructor certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Instruct security and non-security trainees in security procedures, inmate custody and management, and emergency response.
• Prepare training materials and deliver classroom instruction and hands-on training.
• Evaluate trainee performance, administer examinations, and coordinate with academy leadership to maintain schedules.

Conocimientos

Instructing

Curriculum development

Adult education

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

• Job Duties:

  This position performs entry‑level correctional supervisory and instructional work that supports classroom and hands‑on training for new hires and incumbent staff at a Regional Training Academy. Key responsibilities include instructing security and non-security trainees and employees in security procedures, searches, inmate custody and management, emergency response, defensive tactics, and the use of firearms and chemical agent delivery systems. The role requires preparing training materials, providing classroom instruction, counseling, and supervision, evaluating trainee performance, administering examinations, and coordinating with academy leadership to maintain training schedules. Additional duties involve developing and revising lesson plans, instructional methods, and training aids; compiling and maintaining training records; and ensuring compliance with agency policies, procedures, and safety standards. This position ensures academy trainees are prepared for safe and effective facility operations.

  Good fit

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 2+ years of correctional custody or law enforcement experience
  • Willing and able to complete all required instructor certification courses within 6 months of hire

  Great fit

  • Experience in curriculum development and providing instruction
  • Training or teaching experience
  • Correctional custody or law enforcement supervisory experience
  • Certification as a defensive tactics, firearms, or chemical agents instructor (or group fitness/personal trainer/martial arts instructor)
  • Working knowledge of adult education principles and instructional/curriculum design

• Additional Information

  • Travel 25% - Position may spend 1-5 nights away per month
  • Work Site Visits
  • No Study Material
  • No Pre-Service Training Academy Required Yes Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous

• Contact Information

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

  Questions concerning this position can be directed to: Amy Brundage, Kathy Chandonnet, Hiring Manager or Human Resources

  936-437-8506 | 936-437-4106

  [e-mail] | [e-mail]

  Important Note to the Candidate: 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/JobDescriptionsClick 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 stated in the job vacancy notice.