Angelina County is currently accepting applications for the following position(s):

For more information and applications, see our Human Resources page.

ANGELINA COUNTY
JUVENILE SERVICES
Job Vacancy

JOB TITLE: Full-time Juvenile Supervision Officer (Not probation) 

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Angelina County Juvenile Supervision Officer’s primary responsibility is the supervision of the daily activities of detained juveniles and to ensure the personal safety of each resident, their co-worker(s), and themselves while on duty in the Detention Center.

The Supervision Officer, under the supervision of the Superintendent of Detention or the Designated Facility Administrator will direct the activities of detained youth in all areas of programming.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

  • Security: A supervision officer is responsible for maintaining a maximum-security environment. This includes keeping detention keys on your person at all times. A supervision officer shall be responsible for making sure all doors and windows are secure throughout the shift.
  • Safety: A supervision officer shall be sure all juveniles and staff are safe. All staff should be constantly aware of a child’s moods and behaviors to determine possible risks of injury, suicide, or escape. A supervision officer must attempt to prevent and/or intervene in any crisis that may arise at the detention center.
  • A supervision officer is responsible for proper documentation in the communication log, intake packets, incident reports, etc.
  • Supervision officers are responsible for ensuring that each child is served proper meals as approved by a licensed dietician.
  • Supervision officers are responsible for following all shift responsibilities and ensuring the building is well-maintained and clean.
  • Supervision officers are responsible for knowing and following all policies and procedures, written and unwritten. Detention staff is responsible for any duty directed by the Superintendent or Chief of Juvenile Services.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Required: Must be US Citizen
  • Required: Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Required: Satisfactory results on a drug test following a conditional employment offer
  • Required: No disqualifying criminal history
  • Required: High School diploma or GED
  • Required: Texas Driver’s License and proof of liability coverage insurance

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Applications may be obtained on the Angelina County website or at Angelina County Juvenile Detention Center at 705 Ellen Trout, Lufkin, TX.
  • Employment applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on March 31, 2024.
  • All applications must be delivered in person to the Angelina County Juvenile Detention Center at the above address or mailed to Attn: Stephen Pinkney, P.O. Box 222, Lufkin, TX 75902.
  • Please do not call Angelina County Juvenile Services regarding applications.
  • If your last application submitted is over 6 months old, please re-submit.

 

JAILER (FULL AND PART-TIME)

Angelina County Sheriff’s Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Jailer.  This posting will remain open until positions are filled.

The Angelina County Sheriff’s Department is looking for positive, proactive, energetic, enthusiastic individuals who support our core principles of professionalism, community, safety, and service to fill the position of Jailer.

This position will be responsible for providing care, custody and control over the inmates remanded to the Sheriff’s jurisdiction. Jailers are required to effectively communicate accurately and completely.  Positions that are part-time positions normally consist of no more than 29 hours per week.  This particular position will also be assigned to a night-time shift. Full-time positions may be day or night shifts, depending on the need. Each Jailer reports to the assigned supervisor and Lieutenant and follows the chain of command.

The Angelina County Sheriff’s Department has an obligation to employ persons of good integrity who will maintain the security and high standards of its services, and whose conduct will maintain public confidence.  To achieve these objectives, the Angelina County Sheriff’s Department will conduct a thorough background investigation on candidates who pass the initial application review, including but not limited to the following:

  • Educational review
  • Work history review
  • Driving record review
  • Criminal record review
  • Family history review
  • Personal reference review
  • Initial interview
  • Pre-employment physical examination
  • Pre-employment drug screening
  • Pre-employment psychological screening
  • Any other requirement determined necessary by the Angelina County Sheriff’s Department

Applicants are required to successfully pass a complete background investigation check and successfully complete a pre-employment interview board.  It is critical that all questions on the History Statement and the additional application questions are answered completely and truthfully.  The completion of the history statement and the additional application questions represent your ability to provide written communication and follow directions.  Incomplete history statements and the additional application questions will not be processed.

  • Eligibility Requirements (partial list):
  • Complete a Personal History Statement (Application) Required by TCOLE.
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must have a High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Must possess a valid and eligible Texas Driver’s License.
  • Must not have ever been convicted of an offense above a Class B Misdemeanor or must not have any convictions for a Class B misdemeanor within the past 10 years.
  • Must not have any convictions of any family violence.
  • Must not have pending litigations – criminal or civil.
  • Must not have been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions.
  • Be subjected to a thorough comprehensive background investigation and interview.
  • All applicants must pass medical, mental, and drug testing requirements.
  • Must be willing to work shift work, holidays, and weekends.
  • Must be of good moral character.
  • Must qualify for and obtain a Jailer’s License from TCOLE within the first twelve (12) months of service.

Other Skills and Abilities:

  • Law Enforcement experience is strongly desired but not required.
  • Bilingual skills are strongly desired but not required.
  • Exercises sound judgment.
  • Able to relay emergency information.
  • Ability to tolerate, react, and maintain composure in highly stressful emergency situations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to make sound decisions using all available information.
  • Skills to accomplish tasks in a controlled, effective manner while working under stress.
  • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the general public.
  • Ability to operate computer systems.
  • Ability to speak clearly and concisely over the radio and telephone.
  • Ability to perform multiple duties simultaneously.
  • Ability to resolve conflict in a professional and efficient manner.

Special Instructions:

Angelina County Sheriff’s Department
2311 E. Lufkin Ave.
Lufkin, Texas 75901

Angelina County is an Equal Opportunity Employer