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Texas Department of Criminal Justice - SET
TBCJ - Investigator III,IV - OIG
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What they do
A Criminal Investigator works on criminal cases either as a police detective or private investigator. Investigates people accused of crimes, gathers evidence from crime scene or other searches, reviews evidence gathered by other law enforcement officials. Collects information that may be used for criminal prosecution.
$59,466 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
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$8,919.83
Per Month
Position range in Walker County $4,839.00
Active Texas Peace Officer LicensePass a physical agility test You'd be a GREAT fit if you have:
Experience in investigating major crimesInterview/Interrogation SkillsExperience with writing and executing warrants
- $7,634.00 Per Month TBCJ
- Investigator III,IV
- OIG Texas Department of Criminal Justice
- SET
Occupation:
Detectives and Criminal InvestigatorsLocation:
Huntsville, TX- 77320
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day ShiftPosted:
08/19/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Selection RequiredUpdated:
08/19/2026Expires:
09/02/2026Agency Job ID:
103381 Job #: 17057822 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=103381&PostingSeq=1 (s):Investigator III Investigator IV Additional Information:
Retiree SalaryWill be 2.5% less than the posted salary Travel25%- position may spend 1-5 nights away per month Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy RequiredNo Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous This position does not have access to critical infrastructure in accordance with the Governor's executive order GA-48. Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.
- Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered.
Job Duties:
This position reports to the Huntsville, TX area daily. Unit TBD.Duties include:
Conduct criminal and administrative investigations involving TDCJMakes arrestsObtain and search/arrest warrantsTestify before a grand jury and criminal courtCollect and properly handle evidenceServe as a liaison and assist outside law enforcement agenciesPerforms other duties necessary as needed but not listed You'd be a GOOD fit if you have:Active Texas Peace Officer LicensePass a physical agility test You'd be a GREAT fit if you have:
Experience in investigating major crimesInterview/Interrogation SkillsExperience with writing and executing warrants
Contact Information:
Questions regarding this position may be directed toAshley TaylorOffice of the Inspector General HR936-437-5143oig.hr@tdcj.texas.gov- 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.