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Jan Thornton, Director, Human Resources Division
Jan Thornton
Director

Mission Statement

The mission of the Human Resources Division is to foster, reinforce, and sustain fair, equitable and consistent application of the Agency's human resources programs, policies and services, to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, and to fulfill the needs of the Agency's employees as they relate to human resources.

Services Provided

The Human Resources Division develops and implements activities and programs related to recruitment, staffing, employment, employee classification, compensation and benefits, as well as employee relations, employee assistance, diversity, employee recognition, and training on human resources policies. TDCJ is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities during the application process or at the time of employment.

Organizational Structure

The Human Resources Division is composed of the following departments: Employment, Employee and Operational Support, and Employee Relations. Select one of the links below to view additional information about that department or view the HR Organizational Chart.

Employment & Support Services

  • Employment

  • HR Administrative Support

  • Employee Services

Employee Relations

  • Employee Relations

  • Labor Relations/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

  • Intake

Employment Verification

  • Information for Verifiers

  • Instructions for TDCJ Employees

  • The Work Number

Links of Interest$3,000 Recruiting Bonus for New COs at Select Units

  • Scholarship Opportunity for TDCJ Employees

  • Recruiting Bonus for Newly Hired Correctional Officers

  • Executive Director's Recruiting Award

  • Paycard Authorization Form (pdf)

  • Direct Deposit Authorization Form

  • Correctional Officer Career Ladder Placement Review Request (pdf)

  • Employees Retirement System of Texas

  • Frequently Asked Questions

  • FY 2013 Holiday Schedule

    • In Lieu of Holiday Request, PERS 500 (pdf), PERS 500 (Word)
  • FY 2013 Salary Schedules

    • Correctional Officer Salary Rate Reference Sheets (FY 2013)
    • Mini Correctional Officer Salary Rate Reference Sheets (FY 2013)
    • Parole Officer Career Ladder Reference (FY 2013)
    • Mini Parole Officer Salary Rate Reference Sheet (FY 2013)

  • FY 2013 Schedule Cards

  • Physical Agility Test Implemented

  • Physical Agility Test Preparation and Safety

  • Random Drug Testing Employee Announcement

  • Frequently Asked Questions About Random Drug Testing

  • Summary of Changes to Employee Benefits as of September 1, 2011

  • TDCJ Supports our Military

  • TDCJ Salutes Our Military Employees

  • TSAHC Launches New Homes for Texas Heroes Program

  • Human Resources Representative Information Site

For More Information

If you have any questions that are not answered on the website, please email human.res@tdcj.state.tx.us and your message will be referred to the appropriate department for a response. All inquiries must include a valid email address or telephone number to receive a response.

Page updated: 03/27/2013

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