Career Opportunities
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The Texas Department of Criminal Justice offers a wide range of professions that support community service while providing the opportunity to build a meaningful career.
Whether you are interested in corrections, innovation, operations, law enforcement, technology, administrative or professional roles, there is a place for you.
Start your career at TDCJ today, explore our job openings and apply now.
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Employment Information
- Upcoming Recruiting Events
- Basic Eligibility Criteria
- Insurance Benefits & More
- Veteran's Liaison/Resources
- Recruiting Award Form
Correctional Officer Positions
- Apply for a Correctional Officer Position
- Correctional Officer Salary
- Upcoming Recruiting Events
- Recruiting Award Form
Maintenance Supervisor Positions
Office of Inspector General (OIG) Positions
Parole Officer Positions
- Apply for a Parole Officer Position
- $5,000 Recruiting Bonus for TDCJ Parole Officers Newly Hired for Midland, Monahans or Odessa
- Parole Officer Salary
