Overview

Industrial Specialist I, II, III – Packing and Processing Plant – Michael Unit (611039 036700 611073) Jobs in Tennessee Colony at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Organization: MAL DIVISION – MAL/OFFENDER TRANS


Primary Location
: United States-Texas-TENNESSEE COLONY


Job
: Production


Employee Status
: Regular


Schedule
: Full-time

Travel Moderate


Salary/Salary Range
: $3,537.92 – $3,906.52 Pay Basis: Monthly


Hazardous duty/Longevity Pay
: Hazardous Pay


Training Academy
: Pre-Service Training Academy Required


Work Site Visits
: Yes


Study Material
: No


Overtime Status
: Non-exempt


Job Posting
: Apr 22, 2026, 12:00:00 AM


Closing Date
: May 1, 2026, 11:59:00 PM


JOB SUMMARY

Performs highly complex work in the production and processing of various food products. Work
involves overseeing the work of inmates to ensure efficient operations. Works under limited
supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Monitors inmates in the performance of assigned tasks; monitors and reviews production to
ensure quality and quantity control of finished products; and makes recommendations on
production procedure changes.

B. Reviews raw material requirements; ensures proper maintenance of machinery and equipment;
and makes repairs as needed.

C. Develops production standards; prepares production quality and quantity reports; and maintains
related records and documents.

D. Assists in the development and implementation of an established training program; coordinates
and ensures on-the-job and safety training are conducted on a continuous basis; and maintains
evaluations and records of training activities and proficiencies.

E. Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations;
performs various correctional and custodial support functions; and assists in maintaining
security of assigned inmates.

  • Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Industrial Specialist I
Salary: $3,537.92/month A14
ERS Retiree Salary: $3,463.82/month
For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit:
http://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023143.pdf
Industrial Specialist II
Salary: $3,716.86/month A15
ERS Retiree Salary: $3,638.40/month
For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit:
http://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023083.pdf
Industrial Specialist III
Salary: $3,906.52/month A16
ERS Retiree Salary: $3,823.44/month
For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit:
http://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023062.pdf

Additional Information

Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Shelbie Morrow
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza, STE 600
Huntsville, TX 77340
PH (936) 437-4106
EMAIL [email protected]


Military Occupation Specialty Code

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

Military Crosswalk Guide – Prepared by the State Auditor’s Office

Texas State Auditor’s Office – Job Descriptions


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.

Title: Industrial Specialist I, II, III – Packing and Processing Plant – Michael Unit (611039 036700 611073)

Company: Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Location: Tennessee Colony

 

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