[bsw] FW: Job available - Texas Youth Commission

[Pamela Hammond]

Job Description
TEXAS YOUTH COMMISSION
Applications are now being accepted for the following position(s): 

Position Title: 
Assistant Ombudsman 
Job Vacancy Number: 
HRD-08007

Location: 
Austin , TX 
Posting Date: 
09/07/2007  

Salary, Group: 
$3003.58-$3634.04/mo. B9  
Application Deadline: 
Open Until Filled  

Work Schedule: 
Regular  
FLSA Status: 
exempt  

Apply To: 
Central Office
4900 North Lamar 
Austin, Texas  78751 
Location of Position: 
Central Office 
4900 North Lamar 
Austin, Texas 

Comment: Positions to be placed by the Hiring Supervisor at time of
selection.  
Applicants must attach to the application a copy of a high school diploma or
college diploma or transcript if a degree or college semester hours is
required to meet minimum qualifications. A copy of all required
certifications and/or licenses must also be attached to the application.
 
JOB SUMMARY:
The Assistant Ombudsman undertakes site inspections and individual case
investigation and resolution. May be housed regionally. Reviews data,
identifies trends and makes recommendations to Chief Ombudsman for further
investigation and analysis. Handles intake. Works with TYC working groups
and external stakeholders to address systemic problems. May supervise the
work of others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude
for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position may be
required to travel frequently, work overtime and/or be on call. 
 
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree with major course work in law, criminal justice, social
work, psychology, sociology, or a related field. Three years experience in
counseling or dispute resolution work is preferred. 
Experience and education may be substituted for one another at the rate of
one year experience for 30 hours of education.
Any degree(s), semester hours, diploma(s), or GED required to meet minimum
qualifications must be obtained from an accredited educational institution. 
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1.	Knowledge of pertinent laws, policies and regulations.
2.	Skill in conducting investigations, in mediation and dispute
resolution, and in the use of interpersonal techniques.
3.	Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and
correspondence.
4.	Ability to investigate complaints.
5.	Ability to recognize problems and identify and facilitate solutions.
6.	Ability to supervise the work of others.
 
 
Hugh G. Clark, Ph.D., LMSW-AP
BSW Program Director
 
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