SMITH COUNTY JOB POSTINGS:

Detention Officer-Jailer/Sheriff's Office

Responsible for guarding inmates, inspecting locks, windows, bars, doors, gates etc. , Patrol assigned areas, may be required to physically restrain inmates, prepare written reports, deliver meals, books, mail and property to inmates, aid medical staff. Requirements: Must be able to work shift hours, high school diploma or equivalent, valid Texas driver’s license, must be able to pass all required testing, minimum age of 19. Jailers must also pass a state test to be certified before completion of one year of employment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in a career in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement. Experience in law enforcement is preferred. Salary: $ 25,680 annually. Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler, TX 75703. EOE

Part Time Laborer/Road & Bridge

Part Time Laborer-Summer Help Description: Performs works in various Road and Bridge crews as needed such as loading and hauling materials, cutting brush, mowing right of way, traffic control and litter control. Requirements: Valid TX Drivers License. Ability to work long hours outside under varying weather conditions. Ability to access all working compartments of equipment. Education equivalent to high school preferred. Salary: $8.00 per hour. Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler, TX 75703. EOE

Trustee Supervisor/Road & Bridge

Supervises the work performed by the trustees from the Smith County Jail in construction and maintenance of roads and bridges for Smith County Road and Bridge Department. Secures equipment, materials and services necessary to perform work and complete projects. Operates backhoe, track hoe, welder, chainsaw and other equipment as required. Supervises and instructs trustees in the construction of fences, retaining walls, bridges and other facilities. Responds to emergency calls after hours to repair bridges, set barricades and remove trees from roadway. Performs related duties as assigned. General Qualification Requirements: Must have current Class B minimum driver’s license with tanker endorsement and good driving record. Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively. Physical ability and availability to work long hours outside under varying weather conditions is required. Education equivalent to completion of High School is required. Must be able to complete two week trustee supervisor course with the Smith County Sheriff’s Office. Must be physically able to access all working compartments of equipment and vehicles. Must be able to wear steel-toe boots. Salary: $ 23,731 annually. Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler, TX 75703. EOE

Road and Bridge/Operator I

 Job Description:  Light and/or heavy equipment operation.  Work as part of a crew of Operators and/or Temporary status employees as directed by the Foreman, Superintendent, Crew Leader, or Operator designated to supervise the crew.  May include work outside of normal business hours.

Qualifications: All light and at least 1 heavy equipment specialization; Must have a Commercial Drivers License, High school diploma or GED; Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening, post conditional job offer physical examination, and able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as deemed necessary for certain location by supervisory personnel; Must be at least 21 years of age.  Duties and Responsibilities: Directly responsible for the execution of work assigned by his/her supervisor.  Reporting of completed job data to the supervisor including, but not limited to: labor and equipment time, materials ordered, used, stockpiled, or returned.  Responsible for the proper upkeep, care, and storage of crew assigned equipment assigned to that crew. Salary: $22,500 annually.  Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler, TX 75703. EOE

Teacher/Smith County Juvenile Services, Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program

 SCOPE OF POSITION: Responsible for providing educational instruction to students expelled to the Smith County JJAEP under Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code.  Curriculum includes all educational levels including special education designations. Work hours are 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Speak, read, and write English fluently. Ability to convey instructional material to a varied audience and measure feedback for learning.  Prepare and maintain lesson plans. Follow and implement special education requirements including BIP, EIP, modifications and others. Have basic computer skills with typing ability. Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs. and travel up and down stairs. Must pass drug test, physical exam, psychological exam, polygraph exam and background investigation. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Have acquired a bachelor's degree conferred by a college or university accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Certified by the Texas State Board of Education. One year of teaching experience or experience in a related field working with adolescents is required. Experience in teaching Special Education students, Special Education law, ARD hearings, Learning Resource and other related topics preferred. Excellent classroom management and discipline techniques required SALARY:  Commensurate with experience with benefits. Additional $1,200 incentive for fluent bilingual abilities. Additional $2,400 incentive for current Special Education Certification. Smith County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler, TX 75703. EOE

County Clerk/Part Time Deputy Clerk

High School graduate or equivalent.  Must be able to type accurately and have basic computer skills.  Must be able to perform all duties in an accurate manner, maintain a courteous and professional attitude with both customers and co-workers exhibit and ability to work with high volume of duties while meeting deadlines, and display an ability to work with co-workers as a team in order to meet departmental responsibilities and goals.  Perform general office duties, data entry, answering phones, filing, making copies and all other duties as assigned.  Must be capable of prolonged standing or sitting as well as bending, stooping and stretching.  Must be able to lift index books and files possibly weighing 40 pounds or more.  Work hours usually between

8:00am and 5:00pm except during heavy work schedules.  Salary: $ 6.00 per hour.  Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy. Tyler, TX 75703.EOE

County Clerk/Deputy County Clerk

 High School diploma or equivalent.  Must be able to type accurately and have basic computer skills.  Must be able to perform all duties in an accurate manner, maintain a courteous and professional attitude with both customers and co-workers.  Must be able to work as a team player in order to meet departmental responsibilities and goals.  Perform  general office duties, data entry, answering phones, filing, making copies and all other duties assigned.  Must be capable of prolonged sitting, standing, stooping, bending, stretching, and lifting index books possible weighing 40 pounds.  Salary: $ 18,986.  Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler, TX 75703. EOE

Juvenile/Truancy Officer

Scope of Position: Responsible for helping to decrease absenteeism in JJAEP by contacting student or family member by phone to ascertain reason for absenteeism.  Some home visits may be necessary. Assist in behavioral intervention supervison.  Assist JJAEP staff as needed.  Keep attendance records and communicate this information daily with appropriate schools.  Serve as liaison between JJAEP and the Probation Unit.   File truancy charges with the appropriate court.  Work as Case Aide during the summer months.  Other duties as assigned by the Administrator of the JJAEP.

Essential Job Functions:Speak, read and write English fluently.  Pass a drug test.  Take a polygraph exam.  Pass a background investigation.  Able to drive a ¾ ton van and/or other county vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED.  Have a valid Texas Driver’s License.  Be insurable by the county insurance carrier.  Be flexible during work hours.  Able to operate a two-way radio.  Able to lift 40 lbs.  Must have knowledge of basic computer operations and programs.  Must be able to multi-task.  Must have good communication skills. Salary:$19,337 Annually with Full County Benefits. Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler, TX 75703. EOE

Office Manager/Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security Planner/Fire Marshal’s Office

This position is responsible for all the administrative functions of the Fire Marshal’s Office, Office of Emergency Management and Local Emergency Planning Committee as well as the expanded development of the newly built Emergency Operations Center, the coordination and education of Department Heads and personnel of their roles and responsibilities regarding Homeland Security, disaster situations, continuity of Government and responsibility to the citizens for their department functions in times of disaster.  High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED) required with some college coursework in a related field preferred.  Three or more years of general office/administrative work experience in a fast paced environment preferably emergency operations, law enforcement, fire department or dispatch also required.  Must have excellent planning/organizing skills and written communication skills.  Salary:  $30,130.00 per year.  Contact: East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler TX, 75703. EOE

Field Officer/Adult Probation

Responsible for making field contacts of probationers after hours; verifying daily itineraries during field visits; documenting all contacts; and reporting and problems or violations.  Requirements:  High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED).  Basic computer skills.  Valid Texas Drivers License.  Clear criminal history. Ability to read city and county road maps and ability to work nights.  Salary:  $25,000 annually.  Submit resumes/applications to Personnel Department/Smith County, 200 E. Ferguson, Ste. 202, Tyler, TX   75702.  EOE

Election Administration / Voter Registration Deputy Clerk

High School diploma or equivalent required. Must be able to type accurately and possess basic computer skills.  Must be able to perform all duties in an accurate manner and maintain a courteous and professional attitude with both customers and co-workers.  Exhibit an ability to work with a high volume of duties while meeting strict deadlines.  Display an ability to work with co-workers as a team in order to meet departmental responsibilities and goals.  These duties will include, but are not limited to; general office duties, data entry, answering phones, filing, making copies and all other duties assigned.  Be capable of prolonged sitting, standing, stooping, bending, stretching and lifting ‘iVotronic’ voting machines, possibly weighing 40 pounds.  Be able to work extended hours during elections, up to 70 + hours a week.  Bi-lingual, English/Spanish desirable.  Position available June 1, 2007.  Salary:  $20,143.  Contact:  East Texas Workforce Center, 4100 Troup Hwy., Tyler, Tx. 75703.EOE