Current hiring opportunities and career benefits for correctional officers with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice will be presented at a hiring seminar on Thursday, starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Connally Unit located at 899 FM 632 in Kenedy, Texas.
Correctional officer screening will be conducted the week of May 27 at the Connally Unit.
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There are a number of staff openings for both full and part-time correctional officers at units statewide.
A recruiter will be on hand to explain the current pay plan, outline the employee benefits and retirement program, explain the duties and requirements of a correctional officer and answer questions.
A $4,000 recruiting bonus is available for new correctional officers who agree to work at one of 15 units across the state.
For more information about employment with the TDCJ, visit the web site at www.tdcj.state.tx.us and use the link marked employment.
Also, at http://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1EvyAkHF-hzqSuTi7M4LJA
Beginning correctional officer pay starts at $2,435 per month and progresses at intervals to $3,240.70 after 91 months of service within CO classification.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.