Organization: CORR INSTITUTIONS DIV \- SUPPORT OP/CLASS \& RECORD
Primary Location: United States\-Texas\-PALESTINE
Job: Office and Administrative Support
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full\-time
Travel No
Salary/Salary Range: $3,100\.05 (Ret 2\.5% Less) Pay Basis: Monthly
Hazardous duty/Longevity Pay: Hazardous Pay
Training Academy: No
Work Site Visits: Yes
Study Material: No
Overtime Status: Non\-exempt
Job Posting: Feb 24, 2026, 12:00:00 AM
Closing Date: Mar 5, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
JOB SUMMARY
Performs routine administrative support work. Work involves providing administrative support
including disseminating information; assisting with maintaining filing systems; and preparing and
editing reports and documents. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use
of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence and other documents ensuring conformance to
rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
B. Files and maintains forms, records, and reports; compiles, organizes, and tabulates data;
performs data entry and retrieval; and prepares related reports.
C. Maintains logs of work progress, document processing, and other records.
D. Answers telephones; responds to requests for information; and answers inquiries regarding
rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
E. Scans intake documents into the Electronic Data Management System (EDMS) and performs
quality control checks on scanned records.
F. Performs criminal information searches and retrieval using Texas Department of Public Safety
criminal history system access.
- Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
- Must have or be able to obtain a certificate of course completion for the Texas Law
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training
1\. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
2\. Customer service, clerical, secretarial, administrative support, or technical program support
experience preferred.
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
Knowledge and Skills
1\. Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
2\. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures,
rules, and regulations preferred.
3\. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
4\. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the
public.
5\. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
6\. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
7\. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand\-alone or local area network
environment preferred.
8\. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing,
spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs preferred.
9\. Skill to type 45 words per minute (with no more than 10 errors) preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend
repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze,
alphabetize, lift and carry 15\-44 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, telephone, dolly, and
automobile.
Additional Information
Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted.
Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre\-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:
Shelbie Morrow
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX 77320
PH: (936\) 437\-4106
Email: hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov
Military Occupation Specialty Code
The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.
15, 36, 42, 56, 68, 88, 89, 92, AZ, CS, LS, PS, RP, SH, SN, YN, 360,
420, SK, 01, 30, 60, 66, 3A, SDI, 8A200EEO 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.