Human Resources Specialist V - Human Resources - Austin (020066)

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Austin, TX, US
Posted May 5, 2026
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Organization: HUMAN RESOURCES

Primary Location: United States\-Texas\-AUSTIN

Job: Management

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full\-time

Travel Moderate

Salary/Salary Range: $5,556\.51 (RET 2\.5% Less) Pay Basis: Monthly

Hazardous duty/Longevity Pay: Longevity Pay

Training Academy: No

Work Site Visits: No

Study Material: No

Overtime Status: Exempt

Job Posting: May 5, 2026, 12:00:00 AM

Closing Date: May 14, 2026, 11:59:00 PM I. JOB SUMMARY

Performs advanced and supervisory human resources management work. Work involves

coordinating and administering the operation of a human resources management program; and

supervising the work of others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the

use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Oversees, coordinates, reviews, enters, and processes requests for human resources actions;

develops, reviews, revises, and implements policies, procedures, rules, and regulations;

oversees others who provide advice and counsel to employee and management on human

resources issues; and oversees the maintenance and analysis of correspondence, reports,

forms, and other related documentation.

B. Monitors and determines the effectiveness of human resources and administrative management

programs and recommends solutions to problems; identifies discrepancies and implements

corrections; oversees time entry and leave records; oversees the maintenance of files and

record keeping systems to include automated information systems and computer databases.

C. Provides technical assistance regarding processes and operating procedures; develops

solutions to problems and new procedures; and ensures compliance of policies and procedures.

D. Oversees the screening and verification of applicants and required documents; and coordinates

notifications to applicants and employees regarding actions, form completion, and

appointments.

E. Trains and supervises the work of others.

F. May perform 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.
  • III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    A. Education, Experience, and Training

    1\. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.

    2\. Five years full\-time, wage\-earning human resources, customer service, clerical, secretarial,

    administrative support, program administration, public administration, financial operations,

    auditing, or technical program support experience. Fifteen semester hours 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) may be

    substituted for each six months of experience.

    3\. 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) is preferred.

    4\. Experience in the supervision of employees preferred.

    5\. Computer operations experience preferred.

  • If required, 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.

If required, must 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 and practices of human resources management.

2\. Knowledge of office practices and procedures.

3\. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes.

4\. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures,

rules, and regulations preferred.

5\. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

6\. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the

public.

7\. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

8\. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand\-alone or local area network

environment.

9\. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

10\. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.

11\. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing,

spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs.

12\. Skill to type 45 words per minute (with no more than 10 errors) preferred.

IV. 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 45 lbs. and over, 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, hand truck, wheel cart, dolly,

pallet jack, telephone, and automobile.

Additional Information

Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10\-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full\-time or part\-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

\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 77340

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.

Military Crosswalk Guide \- Prepared by the State Auditor's Office

Texas State Auditor's Office \- Job Descriptions

EEO 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.

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