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JOB SUMMARY
Performs highly advanced parole administration and supervision work. Work involves reviewing and
approving parole supervision activities, parole investigations, and parole release plans and reports;
coordinating case assignments; conducting case analyses; and planning, assigning, and supervising
the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative
and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates activities of the Warrants Section;
establishes program goals and objectives; develops and implements program guidelines,
policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; and ensures compliance with laws, regulations,
policies, and procedures.
B. Develops and implements effective techniques for evaluating program operations and services;
oversees special investigations, program analyses, and research studies; directs the
preparation of training and operational manuals, educational materials, and information
programs; and recommends changes to produce a more effective program.
C. Prepares and evaluates program budget requests and monitors expenditures; and oversees the
preparation of program management and productivity reports and specialized research projects.
D. Provides liaison to other departments of the agency, local, state, and federal agencies, and the
public; provides technical assistance on program services; and provides guidance to program
staff in resolving operational problems and improving program effectiveness.
E. Performs criminal information searches and retrieval using Texas Department of Public Safety
criminal history system access.
F. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others.
* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training
1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by
the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department
of Education (USDE). Major course work in Criminal Justice, Counseling, Social Work,
Psychology, Sociology, Education, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as
described below in excess of the required seven years may be substituted for thirty
semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis with a
maximum substitution of one year.
2. Seven years full-time, wage-earning criminal justice, case management, case processing,
or military experience.
3. Two years full-time, wage-earning experience in the supervision of employees.
4. Parole officer experience preferred.
5. Computer operations experience preferred.
6. Technical review or program evaluation experience preferred.
7. Teaching, training, or staff development experience preferred.
8. Must have a valid state driver license.
Must maintain valid license(s) for continued employment in position.
* Must have or be able to obtain a certificate of course completion for the Texas Law
Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) policy and procedures training from the
Texas Department of Public Safety within six months of employment date.
Must meet and maintain TLETS access eligibility for continued employment in position.
For details see: http://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/hr-home/tletseligibility.html
B. Knowledge and Skills
1. Knowledge of the principles of criminology and penology.
2. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management,
methods, techniques, and the practices of parole case management.
3. Knowledge of the psychological concepts of behavior, social adjustment, and emotional
stability.
4. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes.
5. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures,
rules, and regulations preferred.
6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the
public.
8. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
9. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.
10. Skill in administrative problem-solving techniques.
11. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network
environment.
12. Skill to establish program goals and objectives.
13. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
14. Skill in public address.
15. Skill to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures.
16. Skill to train others.
17. Skill to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend
repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize,
lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor
equipment.
B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving
objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working
protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include
computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, dolly, telephone, and
automobile.
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