Staff Services Officer V - Executive Administration - Parole Division (710310)

I. JOB SUMMARY

Performs advanced staff services work. Work involves planning, directing, and overseeing staff
services functions; and supervising the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with
extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Oversees the performance of a variety of technical, research, planning, policy, program
assessment, and administrative activities for assigned programs; plans and coordinates special
and administrative assignments and programs; oversees the development of programs and of
adjustments to methods and procedures to comply with legislative and other changes; and plans
and coordinates agency services with federal, state, and local authorities.

B. Oversees the completion of and monitors required performance reports and recommends
appropriate changes; and oversees studies and analyses of operations and problems and the
preparation of reports of findings and recommendations.

C. Analyzes internal processes and recommends and implements procedural and policy changes
to improve operations; develops regulations and procedures; and prepares and reviews
operational and special reports.

D. Screens, interviews, and recommends employment of applicants; and recommends promotions,
demotions, merit increases, disciplinary actions, transfers, and discharge of employees.

E. Supervises the work of others.

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

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education, Experience, and Training

1. Bachelor's degree 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). Major course work in Criminal Justice or a related field preferred.
Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required seven years may be
substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for year basis.

2. Seven years full-time, wage-earning criminal justice, auditing, operational review, technical
review, or program evaluation experience.

3. Experience in the supervision of employees preferred.

• Applicants must meet the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS)

Must maintain TLETS access eligibility for continued employment in position.
For details see http://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/hr-home/tletseligibility.html

B. Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management.

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

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

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

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

6. Skill in administrative problem-solving techniques.

7. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

8. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network
environment.

9. Skill to organize, analyze, and prepare statistical reports.

10. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.

11. Skill to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures.

12. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

13. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing,
spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs.

14. Skill to train and supervise the work of others.

IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend
repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize,
lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor
equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving
objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working
protracted or irregular hours, 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, dolly, and
automobile.

Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time 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 pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Sharon Bayliff
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX 77340
PH (936) 437-4229
EMAIL hr.selectionsteam6@tdcj.texas.gov

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

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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.