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• $4,042.00 Per Month TDCJ
• Legal Assistant I
• Office of the General C Texas Department of Criminal Justice
• SET

Occupation:

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Location:

Huntsville, TX

• 77320

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

08/27/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Selection Required

Updated:

08/27/2026

Expires:

09/11/2026

Agency Job ID:

102828 Job #: 17062096 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.

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//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=102828&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:

Support processing Public Information Act (PIA) requests submitted to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, including intake, tracking, reviewing documents for responsiveness, and preparing packets for attorney review.

Provide intake support for subpoenas, including logging, verifying scope, routing to assigned attorneys, and assisting with follow-up actions.

Process and track Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) matters, dismissals, and other Human Resources and related issues, ensuring timely handling and accurate documentation.

Assist attorneys with calendaring, including scheduling meetings, deadlines, hearings, and reminders.

Perform telephone support, handling incoming calls, providing general information, routing calls appropriately, and taking accurate messages.

Conduct data entry, maintain electronic and physical files, update case logs, and ensure documents are properly organized and accessible.

Provide general administrative support such as preparing correspondence, proofreading documents, scanning, copying, and maintaining office records.

Coordinate with internal departments to gather information needed for legal responses, HR matters, and other OGC workstreams.

Assist with tracking workloads, deadlines, workload metrics, and status reports for attorneys and management.

Perform other related duties as assigned to support the attorneys and overall operations of the Office of the General Counsel.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

You are able to write and speak clearly, handle routine inquiries professionallyYou know how to format letters, work with templates, and understand common legal documentsYou can follow established procedures and workflowsYou respond well to direction and maintain a professional tone even when busyYou'd be a GREAT fit if:

You're detailed orientedYou have a strong work ethicYou have a bachelor's degreeYou have strong understanding of the law

• For the full , please click the link below:

Legal Assistant I

• Office of the

General Counsel 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: Kara Coffey Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources936-437-2141 936-437-3069Kara.

Coffey@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam1@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to the

Candidate:

Military PreferenceTo receive

MILITARY

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.

EEO Statement:

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.