TJJD - Inspector General - Sergeant CID BWD

Job Title: TJJD - Inspector General - Sergeant CID - (BWD) - 53567

Employer: Texas Juvenile Justice Department

Location: Brownwood, TX

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent law enforcement agency dedicated to maintaining the safety and security of the Texas juvenile justice system. OIG inspectors general investigate criminal allegations involving TJJD juveniles, employees, facilities, contractors, volunteers, or programs within the Texas juvenile justice system. They oversee criminal investigations, possess all the powers and duties granted to peace officers under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and provide security at gatehouses, controlling ingress and egress of all personnel and vehicles.

OIG also detects and intercepts contraband to prevent its introduction into secure facilities operated by the TJJD. The OIG operates a 24‑hour Incident Reporting Center (IRC) that serves as the reporting and clearinghouse for the Texas juvenile justice system.

• Oversee and conduct criminal and administrative investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and related misconduct, including interviewing witnesses, collecting and evaluating evidence, and preparing detailed reports for legal and administrative action.
• Obtain, execute warrants, assist other law enforcement agencies, conduct undercover investigations, and perform arrests and facility security duties, including escapee pursuit.
• Document and evaluate evidence, prepare comprehensive reports of investigations, and submit criminal cases for prosecution and administrative reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation to agency leadership for discipline.
• Maintain records of cases, evidence, contraband, and property in compliance with applicable laws and retention policies.
• Conduct routine, random, or specifically requested searches and inspections of facility premises, persons, and vehicles entering or on facility premises.
• Coordinate with departmental staff to meet objectives, share information on investigative activities, identify operational concerns and trends, and recommend improvements.
• Collect and analyze reports of serious injury, escape, youth‑on‑youth assaults, and attempted suicide; issue reports regarding non‑compliance with related state laws and agency rules.
• Provide training to others and, if assigned, assist with canine partners to detect, intercept, and investigate contraband in secure and non‑secure areas of agency‑operated and contracted facilities.
• Perform related work as assigned, meet attendance and leave policies, and be available for extensive statewide travel with short notice.

• Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the required additional forms available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Forms include:
• Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
• Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
• Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
• Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)
• Attach copies of high school/college diploma(s), official transcripts, any licenses or certifications, and for veterans, a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).
• Apply online at  or through Work‑In‑Texas at
• Send supplemental forms via email to HRJobsas.gov if applying by mail.

• Retirement plan
• Paid group health, life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program
• Optional add‑on benefits:
  Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADD Insurance, Dependent Health Life insurance, Health Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and complimentary meals while on duty for certain positions

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Part‑time
• Job Function:
  Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industries:
  Public Safety