Warden I

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.

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS

A.Education Experience and Training

1. Sixty 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). An additional thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of nonsupervisory experience. A Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two years of the required nonsupervisory experience.

2. Ten years fulltime wageearning adult correctional custody or adult criminal justice program administration experience to include six years in the supervision of employees.

B. Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of the overall operation of correctional facilities.

2. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws rules regulations and statutes.

3. Knowledge of correctional methods techniques practices and procedures.

4. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure policies procedures rules and regulations preferred.

5. Skill to interpret and apply rules regulations policies and procedures.

6. Skill in administrative problemsolving techniques.

7. Skill in the supervision of employees and inmates.

8. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

9. Skill to coordinate with other staff departments officials agencies organizations and the public.

10. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records files andreports.

11. Skill in publicaddress.

12. Skill to supervise the work ofother

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT RESONALE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk stand sit crawl kneel push stoop twist climb stairs steps and ladders reach above the shoulder grasp pull bend repeatedly identify colors hear with aid see write count read speak analyze alphabetize lift and carry 45 lbs. and over perceive depth operate a motor vehicle operate motor equipment use firearms perform tactical discernment and restrain assaultive persons.

B. Conditions include working inside and outside excessive heat cold humidity dampness and chill dry atmosphere excessive or intermittent noise constant noise fumes smoke gases grease oils dust slippery or uneven walking surfaces working around machines with moving parts and moving objects radiant and electrical energy working at heights working on ladders or scaffolding working closely with others working alone working protracted or irregular hours using chemical agents and traveling by car van bus and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines tools devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment calculator copier fax machine telephone radio firearms handcuffs waist and leg restraints turn cranks on manual doors tear gas canisters and weapons VCR cameras various locking systems tractor trailer dolly and automobile.

Warden I Level 1 $90147.00/Annually
Warden I Level 2 $94340.28/Annually
Warden I Level 3 $100322.88/Annually
Warden II $118026.60/Annually

ERS Retiree (or noncontributing member):
Warden I Level 1 $87948.24/Annually
Warden I Level 2 $92039.28/Annually
Warden I Level 3 $97875.96/Annually
Warden II $115147.92/Annually

Apply once annually for multiple related positions through this posting. Indicate your desired roles and locations using the Statement of Availability in the application. Qualified applications are valid for one year (from the date of submission) and require yearly renewal if over a year old. We will contact qualified candidates for interviews as positions become available. Applicants not meeting the requirements will be notified by email.

JOB SUMMARY

Performs advanced managerial correctional and criminal justice administration work in a correctional facility. Work involves managing and overseeing correctional facilities; administering policies and procedures; directing security housing and facility operations; and supervising the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Directs facility operations in the overall management and administration of staff inmates equipment permanent improvements and property of the correctional facility; and administers procedures and practices relating to the security of inmates and ensures that policies procedures rules and regulations are enforced.

Plans directs and coordinates placement of staff in the event of disturbances escapes and other emergencies; directs facility operations and labor force placement of facility agriculture inmate treatment building maintenance and construction and industrial programs; and coordinates facility activities with other facilities departments and agencies.

Directs the preparation and documentation of work assignments classification committee rehabilitative records and reports on inmates.

Directs inspections of the living accommodations of inmates for proper sanitation and determines whether improvements are necessary; oversees the overall maintenance of buildings and permanent improvements of the facility; and directs and approves requisitions inventory and issuance of supplies materials and equipment.

Oversees staffing reports retention recruiting direct hires unit prospecting and overall employee performance and disciplinary; and develops mentors and grooms future leaders.

Supervises the work of others.

* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed to be determined and assigned as needed.

Military Occupational Specialty Codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete thesummary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODEScan be found at job application must be completely filled out and include all employment do not limit employment to the past 1015 years. Your application must contain complete job histories which include job titles name of employer dates of employment supervisors name and phone number and a description of duties performed and whether it was fulltime or parttime and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided your application may be rejected as incomplete

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to:

Amy Bullard
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza STE 600
Huntsville TX 77340
PH (936)
EMAIL