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Texas Juvenile Justice Department

Juvenile Correctional Officer - TJJD - Gainesville, TX

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $60,784/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Gainesville, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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What they do

A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.

$51,431 / year median in Texas

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Thank you for your interest in the Juvenile Correctional Officer position with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). This position is located at the Gainesville State Juvenile Correctional Facility in Gainesville, Texas.

Position Overview Role :

Juvenile Correctional Officer (JCO) at a secure juvenile facility. We are one of five secure facilities operated by TJJD, housing Texas' most severe juvenile offenders, including those convicted of serious felony offenses like robbery, sexual assault, and murder.

Approach :

Our department uses the Texas Model , a trauma-informed approach focused on rehabilitation, mentoring, and helping youth understand and address the trauma that often underlies their behavior.

Key Responsibilities :

Ensuring the safety and security of youth, staff, and the facility while enforcing policies and procedures. You must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Training & Schedule Training :

All JCOs undergo an 8-week paid training program on-site, which includes policies and procedures, CPR, OC Spray, and safe restraint techniques (Handle with Care). Training hours may vary, ranging from 8-10-12-hour days, a schedule will be provided.

Post-Training Shifts :

Upon completing training, you'll work 10-hour shifts (6am-4pm or 2pm-12am) on a rotating schedule of 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, etc. Shift assignments are based on facility needs.

Compensation & Benefits Salary :

Starting pay is $4,568.72 per month , with potential for higher pay based on military experience, education, or prior corrections experience. A salary scale brochure is attached for more details.

Overtime :

Overtime opportunities are available, and pay is issued between the 10th and 15th of each month.

Health Benefits :

The state covers 100% of health insurance premiums for full-time employees and 50% for dependents. For more details, visit ERS Texas Benefits.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$4,568.72 - $5,561.91 per month

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person