Applications are now being accepted for a correctional officer training academy starting March 27 at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Smith Unit just outside Lamesa.Both full-time and parttime positions are available a the unit. Full healthcare and retirement benefits are available.TDCJ also is continuing to seek new maintenance supervisors, with a $5,000 recruiting bonus available to qualified applicants.Interested individuals may obtain detailed information and apply through the TDCJ website at tdcj. texas.gov/work.Sylvia Alvarado, local TDCJ recruitment officer, is available to answer questions and provide assistance every Thursday from about 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Dawson County ...