Program Specialist III - Sex Offender Oversight - Parole Division - Houston (020094 020095 020096)

Texas Department of Criminal Justice • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Performs complex consultative services and technical assistance work. Work involves planning, developing, and implementing an agency program; providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, governmental agencies, community organizations, and the public; and providing guidance to others. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Four years full-time, wage-earning case processing, customer service, clerical, administrative support, technical program support, or operational 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.
• Must have a valid state driver license.
• Must maintain a valid driver license 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.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of program administration.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes to include a working knowledge of Chapter 62, Code of Criminal Procedure.
• Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
• Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
• Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in administrative problem-solving techniques.
• Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment.
• Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs.
• Skill to train others.
• 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.
• 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.
• Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the CHEA or by the USDE preferred.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs preferred.
• Parole officer experience preferred.
• Technical review of program evaluation experience preferred.
• Teaching, training, or staff development experience preferred.
• Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the Sex Offender Oversight program; develops and recommends program guidelines, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; and participates in the development of program goals and objectives.
• Conducts program analyses and ensures compliance with registration, program policies and procedures, and state and federal laws; and prepares and reviews reports on the effectiveness of program activities.
• Collects, compiles, and reviews statistical data; evaluates research findings relative to specific projects being developed; assists in the preparation of administrative and statistical reports and studies; and maintains a database for tracking offender program statistical information.
• Confers with staff on program issues and problems to identify and implement solutions; develops and conducts training; provides liaison with agency staff, other agencies and organizations, and the public; and provides technical guidance and assistance on sex offender caseloads and program operations and services.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED