Employment Opportunities

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

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

LEGAL ASSISTANT – DISTRICT ATTORNEY OFFICE

The Angelina County District Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant. The selected applicant may serve as the initial point of contact for both visitors and callers to the District Attorney’s office and will work on various assigned duties including but not limited to file management, file closure, document drafting, and other duties as assigned. The selected applicant will assist the prosecutors in the office with drafting plea papers, trial notices, motions, memorandums and other correspondence as needed. The selected applicant will also be responsible for closing disposed files and maintaining the accuracy of the electronic filing system. The base salary for this position will be $42000.00 but will be commensurate with experience and includes insurance and benefits as well as membership to TDCAA and opportunities for training throughout the year. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Janet Cassels at jcassels@angelinacounty.net.

ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY

The Angelina County Attorney’s Office has an opening for an assistant county attorney. The primary focus of the position will be the prosecution of misdemeanor crimes and juvenile cases. Duties will include all aspects of prosecution, from intake through trial and appeal. Additional duties will be assigned, from time to time, in connection with the numerous civil responsibilities of the office.
Applicants should be licensed to practice law in the state of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. However, recent law school graduates, awaiting either bar exam results or to take the bar, will also be considered.
Salary for the position is $77,229.00. The position carries full county benefits, including retirement, paid vacation, and health insurance. Bar dues, TDCAA membership and CLE are also included.
This position is currently open and available. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
To apply, please submit a letter of interest and a resume to the attention of Michele Smith, Office Manager, at msmith@angelinacounty.net or to the following address: P.O. Box 1845, Lufkin, Texas 75902.

JUVENILE SUPERVISION OFFICER – JUVENILE SERVICES

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.

The Salary for this position is commensurate with experience.

Eligibility Requirements (partial list):

Must be a US Citizen
Must be at least 21 years of age
No disqualifying criminal history
Satisfactory results on a drug test following a conditional employment offer
Texas Driver’s License and proof of liability coverage

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abillities:

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.

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 May 1, 2023.
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.

INVESTIGATOR – DISTRICT ATTORNEY OFFICE

The Angelina County District Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for an investigator.
Job Description:
• Provide assistance to prosecutors with case evaluation and intake
• Provide assistance to prosecutors with follow-up investigation as needed
• Identify and locate victims and/or witnesses
• Apply for and serve grand jury subpoenas
• Apply for and serve trial subpoenas
• Prepare requests for and maintain possession of certified business records
• Coordinate law enforcement personnel and trial witnesses
• Conduct criminal history checks on all State’s prospective jurors, witnesses and defendant
• Assist prosecutors in jury selection and trial as needed
• Perform other office tasks and duties as assigned
The starting salary for this position is $53000 plus certificate pay and may be supplemented by additional funds at the discretion of the District Attorney. Final salary will be determined based up the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant. Applicant must be a certified Texas peace officer and in good standing with TCOLE. The position includes paid health insurance, retirement benefits through TDCRS, and paid TCOLE training.
The Angelina County District Attorney’s Office is located in Lufkin, Texas.
Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and references to via email to District Attorney Janet Cassels at jcassels@angelinacounty.net.

ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY

The Angelina County Attorney’s Office has an opening for an assistant county attorney. The primary focus of the position will be the prosecution of family violence crimes (both misdemeanor and juvenile cases). Duties will include all aspects of prosecution, from intake through trial and appeal. The position will also be responsible for securing protective orders for victims of family violence. Additional criminal and civil duties may be assigned from time to time.

Applicants should be licensed to practice law in the state of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. Recent law school graduates, awaiting bar exam results, will also be considered.

Salary for the position is $77,229.00. The position carries full county benefits, including retirement, paid vacation, and health insurance. Bar dues, TDCAA membership and CLE are also included.

This position is currently open and available. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest and a resume to the attention of Michele Smith, Office Manager, at msmith@angelinacounty.net or to the following address: P.O. Box 1845, Lufkin, Texas 75902.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR

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

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

This position will be responsible for a full range of radio and telephone operational duties in a 24-hour facility. Telecommunications Operators are required to process and prioritize incoming emergency calls for Sheriff’s Office, police, fire, and EMS assistance. The position will be a permanent, full-time position and normally consist of twelve (12) hour shifts. Certain situations and assignments may arise and require extended duty hours as well as a thorough training program. Reports to the assigned supervisor and Lieutenant and follows chain of command. All new hires must successfully complete a twelve (12) month probationary period.

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, to include 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 and answered 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 and 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 litigation – 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 be able to type at or above 35 net words per minute, (corrected), proof of passing score required and provided by the local Texas Work Force Center.
Must qualify for and obtain TLETS Terminal Operator certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education within Twelve (12) months of employment. Previous law enforcement experience is not necessary, but, helpful.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Law Enforcement experience strongly desired but not required.
Bilingual skills strongly desired but not required.
Exercises sound judgment.
Able to relay emergency information.
Ability to tolerate, react and maintain composure in highly stressful emergencies situations.
Excellent verbal and written communications 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 read maps and coordinates.
Ability to resolve conflict in a professional and efficient manner.

Salary and Benefits:

Telecommunications Operator Annual Salary $37,632.00
Certificate Pay
Texas County & District Retirement System
County paid Insurance for Employees who participates in the Wellness Program
Thirteen Paid Holidays a Year
Accumulating Eight Hours of Sick Time Month
Longevity Pay, $8.00 per month for each full year, paid in one lump sum each December
Paid Vacations days starting at five days for first year of service, ten days for second year of service and fifteen days after five years of service

Special Instructions:

Personal History Statement (Application) can be obtained at www.angelinacounty.net/employment/ on the right hand side of the page under links under Sheriff’s Department Job Application or picked up at the:

Angelina County Sheriff’s Department

2311 E. Lufkin Ave. Lufkin, Texas

To apply at angelinacounty.net click on Visitors tab then Employment Opportunity, on the right side of the page is a link to the 32 page Sheriff’s Department Job Application.

The Angelina County Sheriff Office is currently accepting applications for:

Patrol Deputy

Angelina County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy assigned to Patrol.

The Angelina County Sheriff’s Office is looking for positive, proactive, energetic, enthusiastic individuals that support our core principles of community, safety, service to fill the position of Patrol Deputy. The Patrol Deputy enforces the laws for the County of Angelina, State of Texas by patrolling and responding to and investigating incidents and complaints received through communications, according to the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the Sheriff’s Department. Under general supervision, exercises responsibility for the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and welfare. Exercises independent judgment in dealing with dangerous or unusual situations, exercising safety practices and procedures. Works under stressful, high risk conditions. Reports to assigned Sergeant or Lieutenant.

The Angelina County Sheriff’s Office 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 Office will conduct a thorough background investigation on all candidates who pass the initial application review, to include 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

Eligibility Requirements (partial list):

Must be a US citizen.
Minimum of 21 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 be a licensed Peace officer by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
Must not have ever been convicted of an offense above a Class B Misdemeanor and no convictions for a Class B misdemeanor within the past 10 years.
Must not have convictions for any family violence of any degree ever.
Must not have pending litigation – 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.
Be of good moral character.
Ability to tolerate and react to high stress situations and emergencies and to maintain composure.
Excellent verbal and written communications 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.

Salary and Benefits:

Patrol Deputy Annual Salary $45,550.00
Certificate Pay
Texas County & District Retirement System
County Paid Insurance for Employees
Thirteen Paid Holidays a Year
Accumulating Eight Hours of Sick Time a Month
Longevity Pay, $8.00 per month for each full year, paid in one lump sum each December
Paid Vacations days starting at forty hours after first year of service, eighty hours after second year of service and one hundred and twenty hours after five years of service

Special Instructions:

Application forms can be obtained at www.angelinacounty.net or picked up at the Angelina County Sheriff’s Department, 2311 E. Lufkin, Ave., Lufkin.
Angelina County is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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.

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 chain of command.

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 strongly desired but not required.
Bilingual skills strongly desired but not required.
Exercises sound judgment.
Able to relay emergency information.
Ability to tolerate, react and maintain composure in highly stressful emergencies situations.
Excellent verbal and written communications 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:

Personal History Statement (Application) can be downloaded at www.angelinacounty.net or picked up at the:

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

Angelina County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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