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Texas Department of Criminal Justice - SET
TDCJ - Parole Officer III - District Unit Supervis
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What they do
A Probation Officer or Correctional Treatment Specialist supervises criminal offenders who have been placed on probation as part of a court sentence. Meets with offenders and families, monitors activities, and checks to see that the terms of the probation are being followed. Arranges social services for the offender such as drug rehab or job training; writes reports and recommendations to the court.
$55,777 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
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$5,069.02
Per Month
Position range in Denton County $3,352.00
You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You have three years of full¿time, wage¿earning experience in criminal justice, case management, or case processing. You are detail¿oriented and bring strong attention to accuracy and completeness. Computer operations experience is preferred, and your ability to navigate digital systems supports efficient and reliable workflow in this position.
You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and strong skills in communicating ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. Your ability to train and supervise the work of others further demonstrates the leadership and clarity needed to succeed in this position.
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.
- $4,489.00 Per Month TDCJ
- Parole Officer III
- District Unit Supervis Texas Department of Criminal Justice
- SET
Occupation:
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment SpecialistsLocation:
DENTON, TX
- 76205
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day ShiftPosted:
08/25/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Selection RequiredUpdated:
08/25/2026Expires:
09/09/2026Agency Job ID:
103509 Job #: 17060756 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=103509&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 Denton District Parole Office on a day-to-day basis. Duties include plans, schedules, and supervises parole officer activities; coordinates parole supervision, Visits offender residences, jails, correctional facilities, courthouses, social services, conducts and supervises activities to monitor offender compliance with the conditions, performs criminal information searches and retrieval using Texas Department of Public Safety, and supervises the work of others; establishes and provides training to parole officers; reviews and evaluates documentation and recommendation.You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You have three years of full¿time, wage¿earning experience in criminal justice, case management, or case processing. You are detail¿oriented and bring strong attention to accuracy and completeness. Computer operations experience is preferred, and your ability to navigate digital systems supports efficient and reliable workflow in this position.
You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and strong skills in communicating ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. Your ability to train and supervise the work of others further demonstrates the leadership and clarity needed to succeed in this position.
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Parole Officer 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 Hazardous Duty
- 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: Vcera Armstrong Sharon BayliffHiring Manager OR Human Resources214-565-2657 936-437-3063vcera.armstrong@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam6@tdcj.texas.gov Important Note to theCandidate:
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.