Travis County jobs

Works under moderate supervision to provide day-to-day patrol within the Travis County parks and preserves system. Responsible for visitor and resource protection, with emphasis on law enforcement, emergency medical services, emergency management, and search and rescue. Ensures a safe park experience for visitors through intensive public interaction. Detects, documents and corrects safety hazards. Protects natural and cultural resources in the park and preserve system through the enforcement of rules and regulations and state and federal environmental laws. Functions as a Peace Officer Certified by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B). DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is a job classification within the Non-Travis County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) Peace Officer Pay Scale job family. Operates a motorized vehicle. Operates radio equipment. Administers CPR and first aid. Maintains physical endurance and agility. Act decisively, rapidly, and knowledgeably in emergency and life threatening situations. This job works various shifts and may require working extended hours during emergency management operations. This position requires a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the department, including frequent evenings and weekends, and incumbents must be available for emergency response at all times when in geographic area. * Conducts daily patrols of Travis County parks and preserves. * Performs routine patrols of waters off park boundaries and along park shorelines; patrols park areas by foot, bicycle, vehicle, horse, motor vehicle and patrol boat to contact park visitors and neighbors to ensure compliance with park rules * Enforces Federal and State laws and educates the public on park rules. * Disseminates park, preserve, and area information to the public; ensures that information is accurate, professional and timely; interfaces with visitors, neighbors, user and volunteer organizations and other agencies to promote Travis County parks and preserves in a positive and professional manner; responds to visitor complaints and concerns; directs corrective action as required. * Makes felony and misdemeanor arrests, issues citations, conducts investigations, and prepares appropriate reports. Transports prisoners, testifies in court and completes follow-up investigations as needed. * Ensures compliance with regulations and policies within Travis County parks and preserves. * Provides visitor and resource protection in Travis County parks and preserves. * Responds to incidents inside parks as dispatched, reported, or as detected by the officer. * Responds to, or is dispatched to, medical incidents and situations within parks and preserves and provides patient care according to established protocols. Provides emergency medical services as part of a First Responder Organization. Treats patients in the field and prepares appropriate reports. Packages patient(s) awaiting transport and determines category of patient(s). * Assists or is dispatched to assist other agencies to law enforcement incidents or in hear parks. * Recognizes, responds, coordinates and/or participates in search and rescue situations. * Performs inspections of facilities, grounds, and equipment to ensure visitor and employee safety, facility integrity, and aesthetic appearance. Monitors endangered species habitat and patrols boundaries to deter and detect encroachment and destruction of resources. Completes park and preserve inspections and reports hazards to park supervisors and tract managers and/or performs corrective action. Safeguards departmental equipment and facilities; prepares reports of activities and presents programs concerning department activities and programs to the public. * Performs administrative duties, and interfaces and coordinates with private and public entities including, but not limited to: Travis County Constable 5, StarFlight, the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), local volunteer agencies and other agencies on public safety planning, training, and mutual aid. Recommends staffing needs and special needs for special events; prepares case incident reports, criminal incident reports, and EMS run records as required. Prepares documentation of patient care incident reports and patient medical records. Collects data and assists in preparation of the annual work plan for the park and preserve system and completes assigned annual work plan projects. * Prepares daily time accounting reports. * Wears approved duty uniform and carries approved weapons in performing duties. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Education and Experience: High school diploma or G.E.D., AND two (2) years of experience in public safety situations requiring immediate decisions, collaboration with other responders, and appropriate corrective action. Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid Texas Driver's License. TCOLE Certification as a Texas Peace Officer issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Must obtain system clearance as a Texas Department of State Health Services certified Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) within one (1) year of completion of a certified law enforcement deputy training academy and Field Training Officer (FTO) training, and then must maintain system certification as an EMT-B based on standards established by the StarFlight Medical Director; AND, Pre-employment - must pass all written, physical, and psychological tests as required. Preferred: Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Parks and Recreation, Forestry, Conservation Biology, Geography, or other related Life Science disciplines, plus at least two (2) years of experience in park resource management and administration. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: * Texas Penal Code, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and of the Incident Command System (ICS). * Criminal law statutes, crime prevention, investigation techniques and patrol operating procedures. * Park administration and management, departmental rules and regulations. * Specialized training including search and rescue techniques, technical water rescue, high angle rescue, swift water rescue, dive rescue certified, boating operations, hazardous material handling and control, technical self-defense, defensive weapons, and advanced life support techniques. * Appropriate response to emergency medical situations and principles and practices of emergency medical services. * Federal, State, Travis County and City of Austin applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines. * Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and variety of software packages. * Local ecology, and resource management issues and strategies. * Business letter writing, grammar punctuation, and report preparation. Skill in: * Effective oral and written communications. * Effective management of emergencies * Customer service and conflict resolution. * Maintaining effective public relations. * Explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language. * Use of personal computers and a variety of software applications including word processing and spreadsheets. * Emergency Medical Technician with a Basic certification (EMT - Intermediate preferred) and CPR (Adult & Pediatric CPR). * Safe operation of motorized watercraft. * Problem solving and decision making. * Using handguns and other firearms. Ability to: * Maintain accurate logs and provide clearly written incident reports. * Work as a team member within a diverse organization. * Operate a motor vehicle. * Articulate factual information to the public regarding parks and preserves. * Provides informal interpretation of the area resources. * Analyze and solve problems. * Detect and correct safety problems and hazards. * Read and understand basic legal documents and technical publications. * Respond to unexpected situations in a reasonable manner. * Understand oral instructions. * Reason and make judgments and decisions. * Manage time well and perform multiple tasks, and organize diverse activities. * Work calmly, effectively, decisively, rapidly and knowledgeable in emergency situations. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public. Physical requirements include meeting physical ability/strength standards. Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 10-60 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, mental effort, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity, necessary to operate a computer, and viewing screens for long periods. Subject to talking, standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, bending, squatting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, handling, gripping, grasping, driving, repetitive motion, and client/customer contact to perform the essential functions. May work outdoors under extreme heat, cold, dampness for extended periods of time. May be exposed to high-risk situations involved in law enforcement, medical emergencies, natural disasters, search and rescue. Subject to contact with communicable diseases, radiation, hazardous waste, human fecal matter and foul odors. Subject to stressful environment and client and customer contact for extended periods of time. Ability to take physical control of another person as required and exposure to: volatile or stressful situations. Job may involve danger due to contact with criminals and suspects. Emergency operations require working under difficult conditions, including but not limited to being subjected to hazards and potential physical danger inherent in public safety and law enforcement work. Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions. Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday. Location: 700 Lavaca Street, Austin, Texas Department: TNR (Trans & Natrl Resrc) Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required. This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Supervises activities related to the management of the Central Kitchen (Cook Chill) facility including menu planning, food manufacturing and preparation, and sanitation. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, rules, guidelines including those promulgated by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, Texas Department of State Health Services and the Dallas County Health and Human Services Department, and the Texas Department of Agriculture. Management Scope: Supervises staff of approximately 20 that includes one Production Manager, two Sergeants, thirteen Cooks, Detention Service Officers, and inmate workers. Functions as Division Commander in absence of the Director. Responsibilities 1. Manages menu planning, nutritional analysis, and evaluation of menu plans for Dallas County Jail and Juvenile facilities that comply with the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Develops cost effective general, medically therapeutic, and faith-based menus that are balanced, nutritious, and comply with local state, and federal regulatory and detention standards including the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. 2. Oversees and manages the technical aspects of kitchen sanitation. Directs Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) program. Manages department's food protection management certification and food handler license program. Conducts food safety and sanitation related training. Participates in regulatory inspections, including those conducted by the Dallas County Health and Human Services Department and the Texas Commission on Jail Standards. 3. Reviews and investigates grievances, complaints, and requests related to food service. Formulates responses. 4. Supervises a staff. Trains, evaluate, disciplines and coaches staff as needed. 5. Works with medical personnel and accesses patient (inmate) medical records to ensure medically therapeutic diets are in accordance with doctor's orders. Works with the Inmate Services Division, Religious Service Section to develop and implement faith-based meal plans. 6. Coordinates with the Sheriff's Buyer (food service) regarding food specifications, bids, and the nutritional value and quality of foods. 7. Assists Food Service Director in preparation of $10+ million-dollar budget to include planning and review. 8. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education, Experience and Training: Education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in in food service, hospitality, facilities, business management, or a job-related field of study. Three (3) years' experience in an institutional food service environment with one (1) year supervisory experience required. Prefer experience in a jail/prison setting, school district, military, or hospital. Special Requirements: Registered as a Dietitian through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and/or a Texas dietitian license through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Completion of an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited program OR Dietetic Internship. Knowledge of FDA Food Code and Texas Food Establishment Rules. Skilled in standard use of software applications. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, with a good driving record. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Standard office environment within a secured facility. Some exposure to noise in the warehouse and kitchen. Some exposure to heat and cold temperatures. May require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and the ascending and descending of stairs.

Base Pay: $20.86 Hourly . SUMMARY: Operates large and valuable equipment. Operates various types of heavy equipment engaged in construction, repair, or maintenance of roads and beaches. Required to attend annual sea turtle monitoring certification class and comply with the beach maintenance permit. Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and other irregular hours. The employee is required to be on duty before, during, and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by the supervisor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Serves as primary operator of heavy gasoline and/or diesel equipment, such as a maintainer or a gradall, engaged in beach maintenance and operations or complex construction and repair work. Operates other equipment used in beach construction, maintenance, and repair, such as front-end loaders, tractor-mowers, trucks, street sweepers, backhoes and rollers. Checks oil, water, fuel, tires, hydraulic system, etc., and makes appropriate adjustments to be sure vehicle or equipment is in proper operating condition before leaving for job site. Performs minor repairs and cleaning of equipment. Works on roadways or beaches with minor supervision, incorporating stabilization and base requirements to produce a finished product. Patches roads with asphalt and caliche. May perform manual labor on occasion, including patching roads, cutting brush and picking up brush and debris on roads. Performs such other duties as may be assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Depending on assignment, may supervise and/or direct the work of a crew on an intermittent basis. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with Nueces County organization policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training employees, planning, assigning and directing work and resolving problems. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Any employee who drives a vehicle on official business must have a driving record which meets standards set by the County and the County's insurance carrier. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or 10 plus years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment or road construction equipment. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, may be considered for current Nueces County employees only. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Commercial Operator's License (Class B) is required. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the safe operation of the equipment used and of the provisions of the Texas Motor Vehicle Code relating to operation of heavy motorized equipment. Sufficient skills to operate sophisticated equipment effectively and safely. Ability to service and make minor repairs on equipment. Adequate knowledge of safety standards to prevent hazards. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other employees. Good driving record. May require knowledge of road blading and finishing. Ability to read grade stakes. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. . Job Post End Date -

At LCRA, we are looking for a driven Network Field Technician to join our Operations & Maintenance team! As a field technician, you will focus on P25 and OpenSky Trunked radio Systems, pLTE, and Microwave Radio Transport Systems. This role involves traveling to different work sites across Central Texas, with travel accommodations offered when needed. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a skilled team and receive formal curriculum and on-the-job training. We are on a growth trajectory, expanding our footprint across Texas. If you're seeking a multifaceted work environment that values technical expertise, consider this exciting career opportunity at LCRA! Our mission is to improve the lives of Central Texas and our teams are dedicated to service with safety as a top priority! Note: Depending on experience, the ability to obtain an associate-level certification within the first 12 months of employment may be a consideration You will be trusted to: - Install/maintain Trunked radio Systems - Install/maintain Conventional VHF, and UHF repeaters - Install/maintain PTP Microwave - Install Cutting-edge LTE networks You qualify with: - Seven or more years of experience in one or more of the following networking technologies: WAN - MPLS, LAN - Route/Switch, DWDM, RF/Microwave Radio, 700/900MHz Trunked Radio (LMR) and/or LTE, fiber splicing or other relevant experience - A bachelor's, associate degree in related field, or industry professional-level certification may be substituted for certain years of experience. - Driver's license You are a great fit with: - 7 + years of experience in radio frequency and LMR Land mobile radio/trunked radio - Experience using conventional VHF and UHF repeaters - Networking Certification in Cisco, Nokia, Juniper, or equivalent such as CCNA, NRS1, JNCIA - Degree(s) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other IT/Telecom related field. - Experience in Microwave RF and Routing/Switching L1-L3 You gain: - Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance - Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave - 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option - Life and disability insurance - Wellness program including wellness incentive - Extensive learning & development programs And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment. LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources ************** or email **********************. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

As a Mover for College HUNKS Hauling Junk and College Hunks Moving you are the first point of contact for clients on the job. Have fun at work and earn between $15-20+ an hour with base pay and bonuses Company Overview To live our four core values of: Building Leaders, Always Branding, Listen, Fulfill, and Delight, and Creating a Fun Enthusiastic Team Environment. To always provide our brand promise of a stress-free moving or hauling experience, and always provide our clients with H.U.N.K.S. (which stands for Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable, Service). Job SummaryDo you enjoy a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment where you get to be exposed to different types of professional work like Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Customer Service, Equipment operations, project management, conflict resolution, and communication? If so, we have an incredible opportunity with excellent growth potential. You will be involved in learning techniques on how to develop rapport, establish value while having a sense of accomplishment each day! There is no other place young people with little experience can work to build a resume like College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving! Responsibilities Go out of your way to be friendly (smile, eye contact, small-talk) to everyone whom you come in contact with throughout the day - especially your clients. Look, act and become a friendly college hunk - starting with the uniform (shirt tucked in, hat straight, pants at the waist), and continuing with your attitude (smiles and eye contact). Educate clients about pricing and services and the benefit to them prior to giving an estimate, ensuring 110% satisfaction. SAFELY operate at all times. Make sure all daily truck inspections are performed (tire pressure, oil, equipment, etc). Make sure the truck has enough receipts, safety equipment, and marketing material. Price jobs aggressively, meeting and surpassing benchmarks. Be able to make logistical decisions (when to dispose of, what to donate or recycle, how to best complete a job, how to package items and load a truck, how to market during downtime). Lead your team by relevant examples, showing them what the core values of the company are all about. Help to train new hires about the day to day operations and core values. Prevent careless and costly mistakes, including damage, injury, unhappy clients, lost equipment, etc. Check-in regularly throughout the day with direct supervisor for additional assignments and troubleshooting guidance QualificationsWho we're looking to hire: If you love customer service and helping others, you've come to the right place. No experience necessary! We provide hands-on training to all to ensure you succeed. Must meet the following qualifications: Must be able to lift 50 pounds with a team. Reliable transportation to and from work. Valid/Active Driver's License. Eligible to work in the United States. Drug and alcohol-free. Must be able to pass a federal background check. Benefits: Giving back to the community by donating two meals to Feeding Children Everywhere for every job we complete. Being a part of a team with great attitudes and work ethic. Flexibility with scheduling. Open-Door Environment; Dynamic culture On the job training Team outings Compensation: $15 - 20 an hour Employment Opportunities With College HUNKS As Seen on ABC's Shark Tank, HGTV's House Hunters, Blue Collar Millionaires and more... With 90 franchise locations across the U.S., College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving is the largest and fastest growing junk removal and moving franchise opportunity. In 2015 CHHJM was named one of the fastest growing companies College Hunks World Headquarters is located in Tampa, FL. CHHJM Headquarters operations provides franchise support to their franchise owners across the country and operates a World Class Sales and Loyalty Center. Recognized as one of the Top Places to Work, and known for its unique and fun company culture, CHHJM is an ideal place to flourish and grow as a professional. COMPANY MISSION: To live our four core values of Building Leaders; Always Branding; Listen Fulfill and Delight; and Creating a Fun Enthusiastic Team Environment. To always provide our brand promise of a stress-free moving or hauling experience, and always provide our clients with H.U.N.K.S. (which stands for Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable, Service). College Hunks Hauling Junk - Dallas is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to College Hunks Hauling Junk Corporate.

LCRA is looking for a Substation Engineer to join our team. As part of our Substation Engineering Group, your expertise will contribute to the design and analysis of the transmission system in an organization that strives to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve. We need someone with knowledge of high voltage electrical substation design principles that can provide guidance for designers, drafters, construction crews, and management. A strong candidate will be able to create, review, and approve substation electrical/physical drawings to keep projects in motion. The ideal teammate should have a basic understanding of 138kV and 345kV substation principals and be able to coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure a smooth design and construction process. You will be trusted to: - Support high voltage substation electrical/physical design and construction drawing development. - Use AutoCAD to design substation layouts, one-lines, section views, grounding layouts, and electrical details. - Prepare, review, and approve engineering construction packages. - Evaluate and revise substation engineering procedures, design tools, and provide recommendations. - Interface and communicate with project stakeholders to ensure a seamless design between civil/structural engineering, system protection, construction personnel, consultants, vendors, and management regarding substation design. You qualify with: - Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas - Driver's license You are a great fit with: - Experience with 138kV and 345kV substation electrical/physical design - Proficient in AutoCAD - Knowledge of IEEE Standards You gain: - Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance - Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave - 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option - Life and disability insurance - Wellness program including wellness incentive - Extensive learning & development programs And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment. LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources ************** or email **********************. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

. * INTERNSHIP - NUECES COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFFICE Performs administrative, legal, clerical and secretarial support services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: . Duties will be assigned according to department needs. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: * Must be currently enrolled in an Associates Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Juris Doctorate program. * Please attach an unofficial transcript or letter from your college/university counselor stating you need internship. * Identification Card * Pre-employment drug screening will be required. . Job Post End Date - 09-30-2025

Performs timely service of all criminal and civil processes issued by the courts and enforces local, state and federal laws; under moderate supervision engages in investigatory duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This job is within the Non-TCSO POPS job family. It is an entry-level job within the uniformed Constable series. * Delivers and executes civil process papers, maintains records and files of executions received. * Seizes property under court orders and holds auction on levied property. * Enforces local, state, federal, and compulsory school attendance laws as required. * Responds to inquiries and serves as liaison to other agencies and the public. * Transports prisoners to jail and may transport persons committed to mental institutions to state hospital. * Serves warrants, makes arrests. * Serves as a bailiff for Justice of the Peace court. * Responds to major emergencies and disasters. * May perform the following additional duties (varies with the precinct assigned): * Provides building security services and person inspections. * May perform traffic related functions. * Checks title and serial numbers on vehicles, maintains patrol vehicles, and searches for missing persons. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Education and Experience: Requires a High School diploma or equivalency certificate with no felony convictions. Must be at least 21 years of age or at least 18 years of age with 60 or more hours of accredited college credits or 2 years of military service with an honorable discharge. Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Requires active peace officer license. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: * Criminal Justice System. * Law enforcement process and arrest practices. Skill in: * Effective communication. * Use of firearms. Ability to: * Write incident reports. * Execute warrants. * Respond to unexpected situations in a reasonable and professional manner. * Safely operate a police vehicle. Constant standing, handling, use of vision, depth perception. Frequent reaching, forceful gripping, use of fine dexterity. Occasional sitting, walking, climbing, kneeling/crouching, bending/squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, talking. Exposure to excessive heat and cold (outdoor conditions); job may involve danger due to contact with criminals and suspects. Must be able to perform physical functions associated with operating a motor vehicle, safely operate a firearm, radio equipment and computer equipment. Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions. Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday -Friday. May work some holidays, some weekends Location: 10409 Burnet Rd. Ste. 150 Austin, Texas 78758 Department: Constable 2 Criminal background check, Driving, Education, and Employment verification required. This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles - Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity - anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. Job Description: Purpose: Under close supervision, this position performs tasks of general labor in the collection and disposal of trash and recyclables and the recovery and processing of recovered resources or in the support of the operations in the collection or disposal process. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Picks up, processes, or disposes of trash, brush, litter, recyclables, bulky items, re-use items, or compostable items by operating trash collection equipment as appropriate. Pre-trips all equipment as required by management and maintains detailed vehicle and equipment records. Constructs and maintains operational equipment including carts. Performs basic vehicle inspections, maintenance, and repairs including trash carts. Learns and follows routes, reads street maps and micro routes to locate route destinations. Completes paperwork, forms, and other reports related to collection activities. Uses hand tools such as backpack blower, rake, shovel, and sweep to stack, load, and unload smaller debris and litter. Cleans up illegal dump sites parkland, targeted encampment sites, and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the City of Austin. Provides information to customers, when appropriate, and responds to routine customer questions about work being performed. Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature. Follows all safety rules. Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations. Assists other Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) crews, as directed, and performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in waste services. Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with others. Skill in learning simple tasks. Skill in using small hand tools. Skill in lifting and carrying equipment or materials applicable to the assigned work. Skill in lifting and carrying equipment or material applicable to work being performed. Skill in reading and writing English necessary to the level of tasks performed. Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English. Ability to operate required vehicles safely. Ability to read, understand, and follow maps and mapping directions. Minimum Qualifications: Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Six (6) months of experience performing general labor. Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid Texas Class C Driver license, as required by position. To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Experience: Experience in the waste management industry, construction, and other general labor fields. Experience working in a manual labor job outdoors in extreme heat, cold and other inclement weather. Experience operating heavy equipment. Notes to Candidate: Position Overview for Operational: This position(s) will be driver helper and may require some or all of the following: Servicing approximately 700-1500 homes utilizing a commercial waste management vehicle. Boarding and exiting the cab of a collection truck, as well as stepping on and off the rear step using hand and foot holds. The position will be retrieving carts and bags from house to house with continual stretching, bending and stooping and will require pulling your own body weight. Delivering, exchanging and maintaining ARR Carts and preparing inventory for deliveries as well as repairing and cleaning and/or disassembling non-usable carts that are picked up from customers throughout the city. All positions are very physically demanding and may manually collect bags, branch bundles, personal containers and 96-gallon carts from curbside. Depending on the position, they may transport collected materials via a rear-loader and unload them at processing site. All positions work in all types of inclement weather (i.e. cold, wet, hot, etc.) and will be on their feet, walking, bending, stooping and picking up heavy items for most of their workday. Worksite Location: 4108 Todd Lane. Austin, Texas 78744 Days and Hours: Operational: Monday - Friday, 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. All positions will require extended hours and to work holidays, weekends and seasonal shift changes as needed. Pay Range: Temporary - Austin Resource Recovery Associate: $22.48 - $25.24 per hour Additional Information: Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) provides a number of health benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, and training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set. This posting may be used to fill other similar Positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above. A detailed and complete job application is required and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes. Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. NOTE: All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Driving Requirement: This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. If required, as a condition of your employment for this position, you will be required to obtain the Commercial Learners Permit (CLP), which is required prior to Entry Level Driver Training (theory), which should be completed within the first 30 days of hire. Additionally, you will be required to obtain a State of Texas commercial driver license (CDL) within 120 days of hire date. To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Physical requirements for Operational Positions: The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week. This position involves sitting while driving a commercial refuse vehicle as well as entering or exiting the cab and the rear step of the truck using hand and foot holds pulling body weight about 18-36 inches around 1250 times per day. The employee will apply up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. The position requires constant standing and grasping of hand holds roughly 32-54 inches from step to handle while riding on the back of the truck with frequent stops. This will involve continuous use of arms, shoulders, legs and feet to operate drive/steering inputs. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while rolling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. This position walks from house to house to retrieve carts, brush, bulk, and bags for approximately 8 -10 hours during a normal workday and works in extreme heat, cold, rain and other bad weather. Additional hazards include working close to mechanical parts, oils, fumes/odors/gases, noise, repetitive motions and vibration which expose joints and muscles to vibration and shock produced by the truck as well as walking near traffic, uneven surfaces, mud, snow, ice or rain daily. Employees may come in contact with blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Employees must have sufficiently good eyesight to drive and inspect trucks and other equipment. Additionally, listening while driving is necessary to hear emergency vehicles and other issues with traffic or operational equipment. Employees must also be able to hear and speak to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and citizens. EEO Statement for City of Austin: The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call ************** or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Base Pay: $14.09 Hourly . 29-40 hours per week. NOTE: Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and other irregular hours. SUMMARY: Performs general maintenance and repair tasks at assigned county parks. Required to attend annual sea turtle monitoring certification class and comply with the beach maintenance permit. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Maintains Park or beach landscape which may include any combination of mowing, trimming trees and bushes, removing garbage and/or working on a garbage truck. Repairs Park structures and facilities; paints structures and equipment; erects picnic tables, and cabanas. Assists in the repairs of plumbing and electrical in campground and buildings. Operates tractors, mowers, hand tools, portable pumps, generators and other equipment. Cleans and sanitizes restrooms. Cleans vehicles assigned to park. Cleans fishing piers and fish cleaning racks. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School or GED. Must be 18 years old. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license. Any employee who drives a vehicle on official business must have a driving record which meets standards set by the County and the County's insurance carrier. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of repair and maintenance techniques. Ability to use various hand operated equipment and small motorized equipment. Ability to work effectively with other employees and the public. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers. Ability to perform arduous physical duties under adverse conditions. Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. . Job Post End Date - 03-27-2025

At LCRA, we are seeking to find an ambitious candidate for our open Plant Operator I position! This entry-level position will assist plant operations staff and other personnel in monitoring and isolating equipment, operating switchgear/breakers and troubleshooting equipment and process initiatives. In this role you will reside in a coal-fired power plant environment with an opportunity to develop competence through structured work assignments and an instructor led formal training program. Join our team and be part of a company that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve! You will be trusted to: - Upon completion of required training, monitor and operate all equipment in assigned area of responsibility. - Isolate and tag out equipment for maintenance, according to directions and plant operating procedures. - Acquire knowledge of equipment operating parameters in order to recognize and report abnormal conditions as they occur, according to established procedures. - Complete and submit all logs and reports to immediate supervisor as instructed. - Assist maintenance and instrumentation & controls departments during outages. - Perform unit walk downs (makes rounds) to monitor operating equipment. You qualify with: - Zero or more years of experience in the inspection, monitoring and maintenance of power plant and/or coal yard equipment, including the isolation and tagging of systems or other relevant experience. - Driver's license You are a great fit with: - Basic knowledge of power plant operating principles. - Basic knowledge of both mechanical and electrical equipment. - Basic knowledge of LOTO procedures, ability to communicate effectively, commitment to safety and environmental leadership. - Ability to follow operating procedures/guidelines, safety and environmental rules and regulations. You gain: - Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance - Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave - 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option - Life and disability insurance - Wellness program including wellness incentive - Extensive learning & development programs And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment. LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources ************** or email **********************. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Home Instead's mission is to enable seniors to live happy, healthy, and independent lives in their own homes, retirement apartments, or long-term care communities. Our 21-year old, one-owner Home Instead-Central Dallas office provides a variety of non-medical services that allow seniors to remain wherever they call home to meet the challenges of aging with dignity, care and compassion. Position: Our Home Instead-Central Dallas office is currently recruiting for a full-time office staff member. This Home Care Consultant position entails among other things: expectations of comprehensive knowledge of our services and how we help the aging community with superior and unparalleled care, meeting with and signing up new clients, coordinating their care with agencies and physicians, as well as resolving issues that may arise during care. Our ideal candidate should be a seasoned, passionate, energetic, customer service oriented individual with marketing experience . If you believe you are a multi-talented, organized, service minded multitasker professional who can initiate and form lasting relationships with prospective clients and their families, then please continue with the application process. Qualified candidates must be problem solvers with experience in the Senior care field. Ideal Candidate: · Mature, self-confident, professional and service minded. · Handle service inquiries for home care and conduct care consultations · Conduct Quality Assurance visits to comply with state licensure · Assist Director of Business Operations with researching and identifying sources for referrals · Coordinate care with other agencies and follow up with all RPN contacts with appropriate correspondence · Conduct advertising and marketing in the community. · Share On-call duties with office staff members. · Must live within 10-15 miles of our 75230 zip code. Education/Experience Requirements: · High school graduate or equivalent Expertise in Microsoft Office 365, Safesforce, and ClearCare software preferable · One year of related business experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered · Experience working in the senior care industry is essential with emphasis on client wellbeing and marketing · Must possess a valid driver's license and have a car in good working order available when at work · Training at our Central Dallas office will be required Our Home Instead Office hours are 8:30am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday; Starting wage ranges between $17/hour and $19/hour depending on level of experience Each Home Instead franchise is independently owned and operated. Compensación: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour What is it really like to be a Home Instead Senior Care CAREGiver? One thing's for sure: It's never the same thing twice. If you enjoy variety in your work life, you will love caregiving. A Day in the Life of a Professional CAREGiver As a member of our team, you will serve seniors and their families throughout the Dallas, TX area. Your specific duties will vary by the client as well as your level of expertise and training. In a certain way, there is no 'typical' day-in-the-life. But if we could peek into your future as a CAREGiver, here's what we might see you doing on any given day: Cheerfully greeting your senior as you arrive for the day Waking your client, helping her shower, dressing her Preparing a nutritious breakfast Putting a load of laundry into the washing machine Chatting with your client about current events Taking your senior for a walk outside to get some fresh air and sunshine Driving your client to a doctor appointment, taking notes about what the doctor said, then driving back home Brewing up some afternoon coffee to enjoy together while watching television Folding freshly laundered clothes and putting them away Feeding the pet Reminding your client to take medication Playing a game or putting together a jigsaw puzzle Dialing the telephone so your client can chat with a loved one for awhile Watering the plants Listening to stories about when your client was young Planning next week's menu together Cooking dinner, doing the dishes afterwards and putting them away Helping your client get an evening bath to relax Helping put on pajamas and get tucked into bed Receiving a warm hug for all the help you provided that day Writing notes in the Client Journal Saying goodnight and "see you tomorrow" Life changes constantly. You may find your client napping a lot one day and very chatty the next. One day may find you driving your senior to the lab for a blood draw, while the next day sees you listening to old radio programs on CD. No matter what each day brings, you must be prepared to meet it with grace and good cheer. The one constant in your life as a CAREGiver? Variety. Become a Home Instead CAREGiver If you feel passionate about helping seniors to age in place and your heart holds a warm spot for the elderly, contact us using the form at the top of this page to learn more about joining our team as a professional CAREGiver. Member businesses are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that business. All inquiries about employment at these businesses should be made directly to the business location, and not to Home Care Association of America.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of juvenile youth today? Are you someone who can strike the balance of law and order and compassion and rehabilitation? Are you well versed in criminal justice and current and proven counseling methods? Do you want to work for an organization where you are valued, can grow in your career, and give back to your community? If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply to become a Juvenile Residential Treatment Officer with Travis County Juvenile Probation Department (TCJPD). Please note: This position requires that you be available to work a non-traditional work schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays. You may be required to work any of the following shifts upon hire, and the Department may reassign you to a different shift at any time in order to meet operational needs: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM; 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM; and 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. There are shift and certification pay premiums that may be applicable. Distinguishing Characteristics: Residential Treatment Officer I This is the second in a series of five juvenile residential treatment-related job classifications within the Court Services job family. This classification provides supervision to clients who have been placed in the juvenile residential facility by the court system. Duties performed are of routine to moderately complex nature and type and may initially perform duties in training together with a higher-level staff member. This classification may require work in secure facilities. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department. Residential Treatment Officer II This is the third in a series of five juvenile residential treatment-related job classifications within the Court Services job family. This classification provides supervision to clients who have been placed in the juvenile residential facility by the court system. Duties performed are of a more complex nature and type. This classification may require work in secure facilities. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department. Residential Treatment Officer III This is the fourth in a series of five juvenile residential treatment-related job classifications within the Court Services job family. This classification provides supervision to clients who have been placed in the juvenile residential facility by the court system. Duties performed are of a complex nature and type. This classification assists in recommending available treatment plans and training other juvenile residential treatment positions in addition to the normal range of duties. This classification may require work in secure facilities. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department. * Provides direct supervision of all client daily activities. Maintains accountability of all clients and equipment and ensures that the environment is safe, clean and secure. * Assesses juveniles, assists in developing treatment plans and implements available treatment plans, corrective disciplinary strategies and effective treatment intervention programs. Ensures that clients are aware of and understand their responsibilities and appropriate behavior. * Conducts cognitive skill groups and teamwork activities. Models competency in direct care principles for less experienced staff. * Documents clients' behavior and enters into department computer information system. Develops strategies for case management. * Assists in training other juvenile residential treatment employees. * Provides individual and crisis intervention counseling, as required. * Ensures environment is safe and clean. Maintains order and discipline. * Physically restrains aggressive clients using approved protocols, as required. * Transports clients to other facilities, as required. * Serves on committees and participates in special projects. * Maintains communication with other staff to ensure continuity of care. * Assists in investigating incidents involving clients. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Education and Experience: Residential Treatment Officer I: Starting at $23.87/hour Associate's degree in Human Services or a directly related field AND one (1) year experience in direct client care, counseling, law enforcement, corrections or a directly related field; OR, Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job Residential Treatment Officer II: Starting at $24.58/hour Associate's degree in Human Services or a directly related field AND two (2) years' experience in direct client care, counseling, law enforcement, corrections or a directly related field; OR, Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job Residential Treatment Officer III: Starting at $25.44/hour Associate's degree in Human Services or a directly related field AND three (3) years' experience in direct client care, counseling, law enforcement, corrections or a directly related field; OR, Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job. Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age. Certification as a Juvenile Detention Officer or eligible for certification within six (6) months of date of hire, including successful completion of Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, First Aid and Handle with Care (state approved physical restraint technique). Valid Texas Driver's License. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: * Policies, practices, procedures and legal terminology related to court system. * Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations, guidelines and applicable juvenile justice system standards and procedures. * Standard practices in area of assignment. * Psychological concepts of good behavior, social adjustment and emotional stability. * Standard counseling techniques. * Safety and security techniques and standards. * Physical restraint techniques to control aggressive behavior. * First aid techniques. * Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages. Skill in: * Training of others. * Monitoring and responding to client behavior. * Problem-solving and decision-making. * Interviewing clients. * Both verbal and written communication. Ability to: * Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team. * Reason and make judgments and decisions. * Work effectively and courteously under stressful circumstances. * Deal effectively with mentally disturbed, hostile and aggressive individuals. * Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities. * Conduct investigations and report results clearly, accurately and impartially. * Perform in a stressful environment while maintaining a professional manner. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, representatives of the juvenile justice system and the general public. Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 50-100 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and basic office equipment. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, and squatting to perform the essential functions. Subject to contact with communicable diseases, radiation, hazardous waste, human fecal matter and foul odors. Subject to stressful environment and client and customer contact for extended periods of time. Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions. Work Hours: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM (Must be able to work all three shifts as needed.) Works some holidays, nights and weekends Location: 2515 South Congress Ave. Austin, TX 78704 Department: Juvenile Probation Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required. Physical Exam, Drug Test, Alcohol Test, Psychological Exam This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. You must ensure your application accurately reflects your skills and abilities as they relate to the position. Only periods of employment and experience detailed in the "Work Experience" section of the application will be considered in determining which applicants move forward in the selection process, as well as determining pay level for candidate(s) recommended for hire.

This is an exciting FULL TIME opportunity with a fast-growing national company. ANY LAB TEST NOW is the leading direct-to-consumer healthcare company in America. We are a walk-in retail lab that provides clinical testing, drug testing, sexual health testing, allergy testing, and much more. We provide thousands of healthcare-related tests at an affordable price. We empower people to take control of their health by making lab testing easy, affordable, and accessible. The right candidate will be organized and have the skills necessary to multitask effectively and efficiently. In addition to exceptional communication and organizational skills, the ideal applicant will carry themselves in a positive and productive way. He or she must have the ability to thrive under pressure and work well with others. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of phlebotomy, venipuncture, lab tests specimen collection (preparation and transport) experience. Bilingual speaking skills are a plus. Familiarity with lab tests and lab test requisition procedures. Preference for a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Detail-oriented. Reliable and professional. Strong administrative, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Handle communications, set leadership examples, and works well with a team. Exceptional Customer Service and communication skills. Strong passion for providing positive customer service. Answer phones and explain our services to customers, handle communications. Solves problems effectively. Enthusiastically performs miscellaneous duties with completion in a designated time frame. Ability to sell our products and services. Ability to call customers as needed for various circumstances; results, billing, promotions. Knowledge of common clinical blood tests. Team player; positive attitude a must! Computer skills Organizational skills; track inventory, keep records, order supplies, input and send out results Experience with Quest, LabCorp, CPL is preferred. Experience doing drug, alcohol, hair, & saliva screens (DOT & NON DOT) Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Collect and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis (blood, urine, saliva samples). Ensure proper labeling of tubes, fill out requisition forms correctly. Monitor lab equipment and inventory. Performs data entry of customer information in an accurate and timely manner. Provides excellent customer service to all customers. Collects specimens for various products and services including clinical, paternity, drug screens and injections, etc. Manage emails and telephone calls. Receive and send lab reports. Direct contact with customers; Helps create an atmosphere of trust and confidence. Job Duties:Responsible for accurately obtaining blood samples via venipuncture and capillary collection procedures with minimum customer discomfort. Provides care to patients whose ages range from infant to geriatric. Ensures specimen integrity by adhering to the laboratory's procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing. Adheres to departmental policies and procedures to include departmental programs, quality control, quality assurance, and safety. Follows laboratory procedures for specimen collection and handling. Correctly identifies patients and properly labels specimens. Correctly identifies and utilizes proper tubes, containers, transport media, and storage temperature for each test type. Correctly identifies proper priority for the collection process. Follows appropriate guidelines as established by the laboratory for missed draws, recollects, or difficult sticks.In order to be considered for this position please reply with your resume + cover letter. All applicants will require: pre-employment drug test, background check, and reference check. You must have a minimum of five years of experience to qualify for this position. Hours for the position are as follows: Monday - Friday 8:00AM-6:00PM AND Saturday 9:00AM-1:00PM Telephone calls to our facility or walk-in inquiries about this position are not permitted. In order to be considered for the position, please reply with your resume and salary requirements. Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour ANY LAB TEST NOW is the first direct access lab testing services company, allowing individuals to take control of their health. On September 20, 2007, Any Test Franchising, Inc. acquired the rights to franchise the ANY LAB TEST NOW concept. We are 200+ stores strong across the U.S. and growing! ANY LAB TEST NOW is a franchise company, and all store locations are independently owned and operated. ANY LAB TEST NOW makes it easy for consumers and businesses to manage their health by providing direct access to clinical, DNA, and drug and alcohol lab testing services, as well as phlebotomy and other specimen collection services, through our retail storefront business model. Just like any other retail business, our customers walk in, choose the lab tests they want and get tested. So why do our customers choose Any Lab Test Now? Family healthcare and medical budgets are big concerns. There is also a desire for confidentiality and discreetness in some situations. Our affordable, upfront prices fit into most healthcare budgets. Even though we do not accept insurance, our customers can use their Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for applicable lab tests. The Any Lab Test Now business model is designed around customer experience. ANY LAB TEST NOW is looking for prospective employees who are enthusiastically passionate about helping people, yet hyper focused on quality. Our customers' experiences are imperative to our growth and reputation within the communities we do business. If you think you excel in these areas and meet minimum job requirements, then apply directly to your local store location. Positions around the country may include: Medical Assistants Phlebotomists Outside Sales This is an independently owned and operated franchise location. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Any Lab Test Now Corporate.

Summary of Functions: Provides shorthand reporting for use in court litigation by making a verbatim record of an oral court proceeding, deposition or proceeding before a grand jury, referee, or court commissioner using written symbols in shorthand, machine shorthand, or oral stenography.1. Attends all sessions of the court as required. 2. Takes full shorthand notes of oral testimony offered before the court, including objections made to the admissibility of evidence, court rulings and remarks on the objections, exceptions to the rulings, examinations, judicial opinions, Judge's charge to jury, closing arguments, or other proceedings by machine shorthand, by taking shorthand notes, or by reporting into a steno mask. 3. Reads portions of transcript during trial as directed, and requests speakers to clarify inaudible statements. 4. Preserves notes for future reference maintains appropriate files; and furnishes a transcript of the reported evidence or other proceedings in whole or in part as requested. 5. May conduct the deposition of witnesses, receive, execute and return commissions, and make a certificate of the proceedings in any county that is included in the Judicial District or that court only as directed. 6. Reports the oral testimony given in any contested probate matter as directed. Records proceedings of other hearings and formal and informal meetings as directed. 7. Operates general office and specialized stenographic equipment (i.e. stenotype machine, computer aided transcription), and may provide light typing and clerical support as needed. 8. Gathers, indexes, binds and files court exhibits introduced during court proceedings. 9. May order and maintain adequate office supplies. Receives correspondence and distributes to the appropriate personnel. 10. Performs other duties as assigned.Education, Experience and Training: Graduation from an accredited high school/GED Program and from an accredited court reporting school. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Certified court reporter by the Texas State Supreme Court. Knowledgeable of applicable Texas Codes and the Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure. Skilled in the use of standard software applications. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Standard office environment.

is responsible for examining death cases to report to the Medical Examiner. * Reports to locations of deaths, makes death pronouncements, and transports decedents. * Communicates with law enforcement, medical staff, and families to gather information. * Prepares decedents for examinations. * Inventories decedent medications. * Investigates crime scenes; takes photographs with digital camera. * Releases decedents following established policies and procedures; releases decedent property. * Prepares written reports. * Perform any other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Knowledge of crime scene investigation. * Knowledge of Texas law as related to death scenes. * Knowledge of medical terminology. * Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. * Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions. * Skill in the preparation of clear and precise reports. * Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language. Minimum Qualifications * Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited school in Criminal Justice or any Science related field. Supplemental Information Complexity/Scope of Work * The work consists of varied investigatory duties. The unique nature of each case contributes to the complexity of the position. * The purpose of this position is to gather information to be used by the Medical Examiner in the determination of cause and manner of death. Success in this position contributes to the safety of the general public. Physical Demands/Work Environment Occasionally * Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles. * Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces. * Working in low temperatures. * Working in high temperatures. * Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. * Working in noisy environments. * Working in hazardous conditions. * Working in poor ventilation. * Working in small and/or enclosed spaces. * Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected. * Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Constantly * Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. * Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. * Adjusting or moving objects up to 200 pounds in all directions. * Communicating with others to exchange information. * Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers. * Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. * Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. * Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business. * Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds. * Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds. * Heavy work that includes carrying objects up to 100 pounds or more. Other Requirements/Information * Must possess a valid and current Texas driver's license. * Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this job. Pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and criminal background checks are required. * This position is covered by Civil Service; therefore, is subject to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations in addition to all other Webb County policies. Valid Texas Driver's License* * If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment. Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees. Please visit the Risk Management website for more details. ************************************************************* The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions: * Medical Insurance * Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance * Wellness Program * Life Insurance * Ancillary products * Employee Assistance Program* * Employee Clinic* * Vacation and sick leave * Accrual rates increase based on years of service * Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays * Retirement benefits (TCDRS) * Available to ALL employees Available to Permanent Part-Time employees 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited school in Criminal Justice or any Science related field? * Yes * No 02 Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license? * Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license. * Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license. * No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license. 03 Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable) * Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire. * No, I would not be able to provide required documentation. Required Question Employer Webb County (TX) Address 1110 Washington Street Suite 204 Laredo, Texas, 78040

Directs, facilitates and integrates the administration of department functions to include the areas of intake screening and assessment, court liaison, substance abuse, community programs and field supervision to ensure effective delivery of professional services in compliance with department standards and policies and applicable federal, state and local laws. Management Scope: Manages generally two hundred (200) exempt and non-exempt staff members and accountable for approximately $6.5million in operating budget expenditures and contract services.1. Provides direct supervision to managers of community programs, probation services and court services and supervisors of the intake screening and assessment and court liaison units. 2. Maintains direct contact with the juvenile courts regarding departmental recommendations, programming, staffing, policies, availability of resources through contract services and courtroom testimony. 3. Serves as Administrative Co-Chair of the Case Planning and Review Committee and provides oversight of all court related recommended decisions regarding contractual and private placement and commitments to the Texas Youth Commission. 4. Collaborates with the Deputy Directors of Administrative Services and Institutional Services and the Chief Psychologist to ensure an effective and efficient delivery of services. 5. Collaborates with community and governmental agencies to establish programs, procedures and promote positive working relationships. 6. Performs personnel functions, to include recruitment, hiring, training, performance reviews and corrective actions. 7. Performs other duties as assigned.Education, Experience and Training: Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, or in a job related field of study. Five (5) years of professional work related experience, to include four (4) years of managerial experience. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of standard software applications. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must be a Certified Probation Officer or become certified within 6 months after employment. Extensive knowledge of probation, parole, and the criminal justice system process. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, with good driving record. Must pass an extensive background investigation. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. "Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/aggressive acts; should possess a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment." Physical/Environmental Requirements: * Standard office environment. Must be able to visit various off-site locations. * An employee may be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on the needs of the Department. * Working in a 24-hour facility may make the employee subject to working mandatory overtime or remaining on duty and working all, or a part of, an additional shift ("double shift"). * The incumbent is / may be considered to be 'essential personnel' subject to being held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at all times. When required, you will be notified by your supervisor. * Must be at least 21 years of age (for applicable positions) and must pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment or all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions.

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles - Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity - anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. Job Description: Environmental Compliance Specialist Purpose: Under limited supervision and using comprehensive knowledge, review, inspect, analyze, and/or investigate development, construction, businesses, remediation plans, and pollution events to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Responsible for projects and programs that are diverse in scope and complexity. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Fire Adapted Community's (FAC) objectives of the Wildland Fire Management Coordinates, directs, and/or conducts investigations and surveys related to environmental issues and programs. Develops sampling protocol and standard operating procedures. Responds to and directs spills and complaint actions. Provides technical information and assistance to internal and external customers. Develops and implements rules, code changes, and training programs. Implements permitting and registration programs. Reviews and interprets policies, codes, regulations, ordinances, plans, and proposals for compliance. Researches, develops, presents, and/or submits incident, inspection, and technical reports/cases to appropriate agency/personnel. Participates in and/or leads City wide initiatives, task forces, and committees. Resolves appeals of permit denials. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus four (4) years of relevant experience. Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years. Licenses and Certifications Required: May require a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in the field of environmental regulatory compliance, including implementing and enforcing federal, state and local codes and regulations. Knowledge and technical skill proficiency relevant to environmental emergency response field operations such as: spill control/containment/remediation, hazardous materials, sampling and analysis techniques, Incident Command System, personal protective equipment (including respiratory protection), air monitoring, confined space, stormwater chemistry, vehicle trailering, and/or operation of watercraft. Confident oral and written communication skills (English, Spanish, other languages) demonstrated through experience such as active listening, de-escalation tactics, conflict resolution, issuing specific directives/instructions, delivering presentations and media interviews, and writing technical reports. Time and stress management skills, including overseeing various high-level projects with deadlines, prioritizing multiple emergency response incidents, solving complex problems, and timely completion of data entry. Competent user of technological tools including computer hardware (e.g. laptop, tablet, smartphone), and software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, phone applications, Maximo database, artificial intelligence). Experience developing data management systems, applications, and/or workflow automations. Notes to Candidate: POSITION OVERVIEW: This position will evaluate industrial and high-risk operations to prevent/mitigate pollution. Investigate pollution complaints and respond to hazardous and non-hazardous material spills. Be "on-call" on a rotational basis weeknights, weekends and holidays. Field response may include work in adverse weather conditions, in remote wooded areas, in and near waterways, and in confined spaces. Recommend mitigative and preventative measures and oversee remediation activities. Initiate enforcement actions. Analyze, interpret and provide recommendations on technical and complex environmental data. Participate in scientific studies related to possible causes of water pollution. Prepare reports, letters, forms, educational materials, memos, spreadsheets, affidavits, service contracts, purchase requests. Research and review ordinances, legislation, permits, regulations, processes and new technologies. Use a variety of field equipment, hardware and software. Provide technical advice and prepare/present complex information to City staff, businesses, contractors, City Council, boards, commissions and the general public. Develop and coordinate pollution prevention projects, initiatives, task forces and committees. Act as the City's representative to the media during pollution incidents and to promote watershed health. SALARY RANGE: Min: $27.41 - Mid: $33.30 PHYSICAL WORK LOCATION: 505 Barton Springs Road, 78704 DAYS AND HOURS: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Also requires working "on-call" outside of normal business hours on a rotational basis with other team members, including occasional nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by business needs. ESSENTIAL STATUS: This position has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a city-designated extraordinary situation or emergency condition, essential employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees, as well as ensure the continuity of essential operations. Essential Employees may be called back in during such events, required to modify their schedule, assigned to a city-designated work site, or retained on-site to assist with operations and recovery. BENEFITS: Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities, and more. Please click here | Active Employee Benefits | AustinTexas.gov for more information. DRIVING REQUIREMENT: This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver's license. Must maintain a good driving record. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. CRMINIAL BACKGROUND: A criminal background investigation is required. ASSESSMENTS: A written Assessment will be conducted on the top candidate. EDUCATION: Education verification will be conducted on the top candidate. ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully): When completing the City of Austin Employment Application: Include details on the application or prior or current work history with the City of Austin. A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the employment application, but do not substitute for a complete employment application. A detailed and complete employment application will help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Include details on the application of any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience. Provide each job title and employment dates for all jobs on the application. Your work history should include duties you performed. “See Resume” is not acceptable and your application will be considered incomplete. Work history must include the month and year of employment and whether it was full or part-time work. Any relevant work history on the resume must also be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered. CLOSING DATE: Please be aware that the job posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time. We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system. EEO Statement for City of Austin: The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call ************** or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Under the direction of the Fire Marshal, this position is accountable for assisting nuisance/abatement as outlined H&SC Chapter 341 and 343 and fire investigations as required by VCS Art. 1606C as well as training of County employees and citizens involved in all four phases of emergency management. Patrols unincorporated areas and enforces applicable state and local laws to prevent illegal dumping, littering, the accumulation of refuse and junk near public highways, the regulations of sight distances along County roads, and public nuisances. Ensures environmental safety in unincorporated areas, and other areas throughout Dallas County when requested by city or state agencies. Education, Experience and Training: Education and experience equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in a job related field of study with at least 30 college credit hours in public safety. Three (3) years of public safety, law enforcement, code enforcement, or fire service experience. In addition, must have successfully maintained all State Department commissioning requirements (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education - TCOLE certification as a Peace Officer). A candidate may be considered for a Deputy Fire Marshal Recruit at a lower salary grade with one of the following below and must have successfully maintained all State Department commissioning requirements (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education - TCOLE certification as a Peace Officer): 1) Certified Law Enforcement Officer OR 2) one (1) year of law enforcement, code enforcement or fire service experience OR 3) thirty (30) hours of college from an accredited college or university Special Requirements/ Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Experience in law enforcement or responding to hazmat incidents including site safety and incident command preferred. Recommended to be state certified Code Enforcement or gain certification within six months of date of hire. Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and good driving record. Recommended to be state certified Fire Investigator or gain certification within one year of date of hire. Ability to independently conduct investigations and examine scenes to determine violations of code or Texas law. Ability to assist in conducting acceptance testing on fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms systems, and other fire protection systems. Ability to issue citations to enforce codes. Ability to communicate effectively with property owners or managers regarding code violations, provide recommendations to resolve violations. Ability to instruct large groups at public or county education venues. Must pass mandatory drug test prior to employment and subject to random unannounced drug testing during employment. “Individuals holding or considered for a position which has, or may have, access to criminal justice databases including the FBI Criminal Justice Information Systems, NCIC/TCIC and similar databases, must pass a national fingerprint-based records check prior to placement in such position and may be denied placement in such positions and/or access to such systems. Incumbents must also maintain the ability to pass the records check while in the position or until such time that the Commissioners Court and the County Civil Service Commission deem this position no longer has this requirement.” Physical/Environmental Requirements: Ability to walk, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb. Will be required too walk over rough uneven grounds. Ability to lift and/or wear protective clothing that weighs up to 60 lbs. May require prolonged sitting, standing, slow-walking, and regular ascent/descent of stairs. Must pass standard hearing and color-blind tests. May be exposed to contaminated areas and hazardous chemicals. Subject to entry into tight and dark areas. Works eight (8) hour standard shift with weekends and holidays off, unless assigned as the investigator on call. Will normally be assigned on-call investigator on one-week rotating bases. Must be available for call back to duty with short notice. Works inside/outside the jail with potential exposure to communicable diseases. 1. Investigates incidents and nuisance and abatement violations in unincorporated areas of Dallas County, including determination of on-scene cause and origin, maintains appropriate records and prepares appropriate reports. Investigates fires in municipalities within Dallas County as requested by the given jurisdiction. Code Enforcement achieves compliance with substandard housing, life safety and hazards issues in the unincorporated areas of the county. Investigate environmental crimes that deal with waste discharges and chemical releases and illegal dumping. 2. Inspects sites and issues burn permits in unincorporated Dallas County. Responds to code and life safety complaints, chemical spills, and other concerns or complaints by citizens in the unincorporated areas of Dallas County; assists other cities with code inspection within their cities when requested. Commercial Construction inspections to achieve compliance with building and standards and regulations. 3. Conducts training to public and County personnel as requested; attends various training activities needed to maintain proficiency and certification in required fields. Special Events and permitting process coordinate of permit process for gathering and special events. Attend meeting and have regulatory oversight of developments and compliance activities. 4. Maintains records of inspections, investigations, and other programs. Ensures reports, correspondence, and effective financial departmental actions are submitted timely. Attends meetings in the absence of the Fire Marshal. 5. Maintains all vehicles, equipment, and devices used in investigations, emergency management, major disasters and severe weather, hazmat incidents, and other fire department activities for immediate response and use. 6. Performs other duties as assigned and required by department.