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Texas Department of Criminal Justice - SET
TDCJ - Project Design Specialist III
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What they do
A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
$64,316 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
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$5,466.38
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Position range in Gulf Coast $4,325.00
You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You have five years full-time, wage-earning experience in civil drafting and computer-aided design (CAD) drafting using AutoCAD software. You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You have construction experience in electrical, mechanical, architecture, civil, and/or structural fields.
You have the ability to accomplish field assignments to collect measurements and other data to develop drawings from your own notes and sketches.
You have the ability to review and check the work of others.
You are not easily distracted.
Andrews@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam2@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to the
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information.
Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
EligibilityAn 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.
- $9,187.00 Per Month TDCJ
- Project Design Specialist III Texas Department of Criminal Justice
- SET
Occupation:
Commercial and Industrial DesignersLocation:
Huntsville, TX- 77340
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day ShiftPosted:
08/10/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Selection RequiredUpdated:
08/11/2026Expires:
08/25/2026Agency Job ID:
102873 Job #: 17053148 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. We Hire Vets Employers whose workforce is composed of at least 10 percent military veterans are eligible to receive a "We Hire Vets" employer recognition decal to proudly display on their storefront, an decal. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https:
//erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=102873&PostingSeq=1 Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.Job Duties:
This position reports to the Dir III, Mgr Civil/Structural Engineering Branch. Duties include direct contact with Architects, Engineers, Engineering Specialists, and Drafting Techs to draft comprehensive plans for projects requiring Architecture or Engineering expertise.You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You have five years full-time, wage-earning experience in civil drafting and computer-aided design (CAD) drafting using AutoCAD software. You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You have construction experience in electrical, mechanical, architecture, civil, and/or structural fields.
You have the ability to accomplish field assignments to collect measurements and other data to develop drawings from your own notes and sketches.
You have the ability to review and check the work of others.
You are not easily distracted.
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Project Design Specialist III 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 Longevity
- Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Contact Information:
Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Damon Andrews Zilleah RossHiring Manager OR Human Resources936-437-7250 936-437-3150Damon.Andrews@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam2@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to the
Candidate:
Military PreferenceTo receiveMILITARY
PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps:
//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.Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
EligibilityAn 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.