TDCJ - Program Specialist II - Project Management Office

Job Description

Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.

* To expedite the application process, please attach your valid government-issued photo identification card, your social security card or proof of authorization to work in the United States, and your proof of education (official diploma or transcript) *

Job Duties:

Collaborating with project managers, business analysts, programmers, and other technical subject matter experts to provide project support documentation and training, including but not limited to attending and documenting meetings, creating standard operating procedures, providing written training guides and manuals, drafting maintenance and support plans and policies, and providing virtual and onsite training.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

You are detail-oriented, bring a strong work ethic, and have experience in criminal justice.

You have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in technical writing, education, computer science, telecommunications, management information systems, business administration, or related field.

You have at least 2 years full-time, wage-earning experience in information technology, telecommunications, training, journalism, or technical program support.

You have experience in documentation preparation or technical writing.

You have experience in training development, preparation, and delivery.

You have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

You'd be a GREAT fit if

You have one year of Information Technology experience and are customer service oriented

You have experience documenting technical meetings.

You have experience creating technical documentation for state agencies.

You have experience creating business newsletters and digital signage.

You have a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

*For the full Job Description, please click the link below:

Program Specialist II

Additional Information:

**A Critieria Web-based aptitude test may be administered as part of the selection process.**

Travel

None - Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips

Work Site Visits

Yes

Study Material

No

Pre-Service Training Academy Required

No

Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position

Longevity

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information:

Questions concerning this                                               Questions concerning the application

position can be directed to:                                           process can be directed to:

Roberta Poehl                                                                 Kathy Chandonnet

Hiring Manager                                               OR           Human Resources

936-437-2239                                                                   936-437-4106

roberta.poehl@tdcj.texas.gov                                           hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov

Important Note to the Candidate:

Military Preference

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

Military Occupation Specialty Codes

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.

Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.

The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

Eligibility

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

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.