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Qualifying applicants must complete the HCJPD Standard Basic Spelling & Grammar assessment with a minimum score of 80%.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree conferred by a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, and either:

• (A) One year of graduate study at an accredited college or university (18 completed post-graduate hours) in Criminology, Corrections, Counseling, Law, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other closely related field.

OR

• (B) At least 1500 hours of paid or non-paid experience working in a social service, community, corrections, or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons. These hours must have been earned within 12 months, which do not have to be consecutive months.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Youth Diversion and Development departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Knowledge of casework standards in accordance with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
• Knowledge of computer programs required to perform job.
• Knowledge of community resources and program development.
• Demonstrates good decision making skills and sustains a high level of judgment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active certification as a Juvenile Probation Officer in accordance with TJJD requirements.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must pass the HCJPD Standard Basic Spelling & Grammar (E-Skill) assessment with a score of at least 80%.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have available transportation for use on the job with vehicle insured to comply with the liability limits required by statute.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have available transportation for use on the job with vehicle insured to comply with the liability limits required by statute.

Additional Requirements:

• Upon receiving a conditional job offer, each applicant must undergo a criminal background check, a tuberculosis (TB) skin test, and a drug screening, as well as provide certified copies of their educational transcripts.
• In the event of a declared public emergency by the county, staff may be reassigned to different duties, facilities, or placed under the supervision of another county department.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
• Applicants must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and carry liability insurance that meets or exceeds the minimum legal requirements.
• This position involves working with challenging youth where use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.

Criminal History Checks for positions requiring state certifications:

Applicants applying for a position requiring a state certification must adhere to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) Standards. Before making an offer of employment for a position eligible for certification, HCJPD will verify that the applicant meets the background qualification for the position according to TJJD Standards 344.300 & 344.400.

§344.400 Disqualifying Criminal History:

(a)Applicants for Certification. An individual with the following criminal history is not eligible for certification or for employment in a position requiring certification:

(1) deferred adjudication or conviction for a felony listed in Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 42A.054 (formerly known as “3(g) offenses” under former Article 42.12) or a substantially equivalent violation against the laws of another state or the United States (as determined by TJJD), regardless of the date of disposition; or

(2) deferred adjudication or conviction for a sexually violent offense as defined in Article 62.001, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, or a substantially equivalent violation against the laws of another state or the United States (as determined by TJJD), regardless of the date of disposition.

§344.410 Other Criminal History:

(1) An individual with the following criminal history is not eligible for certification, employment, or otherwise providing service in a position requiring certification without prior review and approval by TJJD as provided in §344.420 of this chapter:

(A) deferred adjudication or conviction for a felony other than those referenced in §344.400(a) of this chapter or a substantially equivalent violation against the laws of another state or the United States (as determined by TJJD) if the date of deferred adjudication or conviction was less than 10 years prior to the date the review is requested; or

(B) deferred adjudication or conviction for any Class A or B misdemeanor in Texas or a substantially equivalent violation against the laws of another state or the United States (as determined by TJJD) if the date of deferred adjudication or conviction was less than five years prior to the date the review is requested.

• Preferred bilingual in Spanish.

• Make an Impact: Working for HCJPD provides the opportunity to serve your community and be a positive role model for young people. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can make a positive impact.

• Professional Growth: We are committed to growing the capabilities of our staff by building a learning community where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your skills. Our employees are Juvenile Justice Practitioners who share their knowledge to enhance each other’s growth.

Harris County Juvenile Probation Department - Be an Agent of Change:

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-time

• 40 Hours per week | W ith some late nights and weekends required.

  • Hours will be discussed during departmental interview.

• $26.92 - $36.14 Hourly
• Depends on Qualifications
• Based on 26 Pay Periods
  • Plus, benefits

Open Location:

• Various

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.