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Jailer

The Walker County Sheriff's Office consistently accepts applications for the position of Jailer. Jailers work a 40-hour week on various shifts. Applicants must reside in Walker County and are subject to testing and background investigations. Beginning Jail positions earn $20,801.00 annually plus benefits. To apply, download the above application and mail to Walker County Jail Administrator, 751 FM 2821 W., Huntsville, TX. 77320 or bring the application in person to the above address.

Deputy Sheriff

The Walker County Sheriff’s Department, Huntsville, Texas is currently accepting new applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff. Applications will be accepted by mail or in person at the Walker County Sheriff’s Office, 717 FM 2821 W., Suite 500, Huntsville, Texas 77320  until the position is filled. Applicants must currently be licensed by The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. Application forms may be obtained from the Sheriff’s Office or the Walker County website at www.co.walker.tx.us. Successful applicants must serve a probation period of six (6) months and will be required to successfully complete a written examination, physical agility course, and firearms proficiency testing. A psychological and medical examination along with a background investigation will be conducted. For further information, contact the Walker County Sheriff’s Office 936-435-2400 or sheriff@co.walker.tx.us.

Reserve Deputy

Applications are now being accepted by the Walker County Sheriff's Office for the position of Reserve Deputy. Candidates must meet the same selection criteria as that of full-time deputies, live in Walker County and be licensed by TCLEOSE. All costs associated with training, licensing, uniforms, and equipment will be absorbed by reserve deputy candidates. Complete an application (see above) and mail to Capt. Larry McDugle, Walker County Sheriff's Office, 717 FM 2821 W. Suite 500, Huntsville, Texas 77320. For more information about these positions, call 936-435-2400, ext. 2221.

Judicial District Community Supervision & Corrections Department

Position: Community Supervision Officer I (Adult Probation Officer)
Location: Leon County office (Centerville, Texas)
Job Description: A community supervision officer supervises offenders who have been placed on adult probation by the felony and misdemeanor criminal courts. The officer meets regularly with offenders and monitors their progress toward completion of all court ordered conditions, and enforces those conditions; makes assessments of risks and needs; makes appropriate referrals for counseling; reports violations of conditions to the Court; provides probation services to the courts, to include the preparation of presentence reports when ordered by the court; and performs other tasks as required by the Director, Judicial District Community Supervision and Corrections Department.
Qualifications: Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the field of criminal justice, criminology, corrections, human services development, law, law enforcement, police science, pre-law, public administration, rehabilitative studies, sociology, psychology, or social work, or a related field; however, a waiver may be granted if the applicant has a bachelor’s degree in a different field but has completed at least one year of graduate studies in one of the above-listed areas of study; or has a minimum of one year experience in full-time casework or counseling; or, possesses other education or experience that makes the applicant the most qualified at the time of hiring. Applicants should be proficient in the utilization of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook, along with usual desktop computer applications.
Applicants must possess their own vehicle, and be able to perform contact visits on offenders away from the office. Applicants must possess a minimum level of physical fitness that enables them to learn and execute elementary unarmed self-defense techniques taught to adult probation officers. Judicial District CSCD officers do not carry firearms. Compensation: Commensurate with experience. This is a full time position: 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Salary, plus benefits. There is a six month probationary period for all new employees.
Application process: Applicants must complete a Judicial District CSCD employment application, which can be obtained at the Walker County CSCD (Adult Probation), located at 705 FM 2821 West, Huntsville, Texas, and provide a resume with references and certified copies of all transcripts. Applicants must be able to pass a drug test, a physical examination performed by contracted medical clinic, and a criminal history background check. Those applicants granted interviews will be required to submit a sample of writing skills. The Judicial District CSCD is an equal opportunity employer. Position will remain open until filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a completed application with transcripts to:  Director, Judicial District CSCD,
P.O. Box 6910, Huntsville, TX  77342-6910

Judicial District Community Supervision & Corrections Department

Position : Case Aide
Location: Walker County office  (Huntsville, Texas)
Description of duties: supervises a caseload of offenders who reside in other Texas counties or in other states; maintains liaison with other CSCDs who are providing courtesy supervision on these offenders; maintains liaison with other states’ probation systems via the Interstate Compact; maintains case files; answers and files correspondence regarding offenders; reports offenders’ violations of conditions of supervision and recommends sanctions to the criminal courts of Walker County; performs other duties as assigned by the Director, Walker County CSCD.
Qualifications: High school diploma minimum, some college preferred; proficient in the utilization of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook; must pass criminal background check and drug test; clerical duties include using desktop PC, use of common office equipment; and, occasional lifting of material weighing less than 40 lbs.
This is a full time position: 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits. There is a six month probationary period for new employees.The Judicial District CSCD is an equal opportunity employer.Serious applicants only should complete an application which can be obtained at the Walker County CSCD (Adult Probation), located at 705 FM 2821 West, Huntsville, Texas, and provide a resume with references.  For further information, contact Director John McGuire at 936-435-2414.  Position will remain open until filled.

Walker County Human Resources @ aklawinsky@co.walker.tx.us

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