Basic Eligibility for Parole Officers

Minimum Standards

Citizen of the U.S. or alien authorized to work in the U.S.
At least 18 years old
Bachelor's degree conferred by an institution of higher education accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Major course work in Criminal Justice, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology preferred. View information about foreign education credentials.
Must possess a valid state driver's license.
Must have or be able to obtain a certificate of course completion for the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) policy and procedures training from the Texas Department of Public Safety within six months of employment date.
Must meet and maintain TLETS access eligibility for continued employment in position. For details see: http://www.tdcj.state.tx.us/vacancy/hr-home/tletseligibility.html
Must not have been convicted of any offense involving domestic violence. View additional information.
Not be on active duty in the military (okay if on terminal leave)
You must not have been discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions.
Not be on probation for any criminal offense. View additional information.

Not have pending charges for any criminal offense or have an outstanding warrant
Convicted felons (or those convicted of an equivalent offense under the Uniform Code of Military Justice) do not become eligible for consideration until 15 years have elapsed since termination of sentence. View additional information.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of a Parole Officer, with or without reasonable accommodations
Mandatory drug testing is required of all selected applicants
Males ages 18 through 25, must be registered with the Selective Services if required to do so by Federal Law. If you are not registered, you may register by clicking the following link: https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx

Additional Information

For all TDCJ purposes, conviction of a criminal offense includes paid fine, time served, placed on probation (includes deferred adjudication), and court ordered restitution.

Page updated: 12/06/2011