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Before you apply

Important notes

  • You must apply online using the State of Texas’ job application system, CAPPS.
  • TDI does not accept resumes in lieu of the State of Texas application.
  • We will contact you only if you are asked for an interview.
  • If you are asked for an interview, you might need to complete a job-related test.
  • We will accept applications sent by 5 p.m. Central time on the application deadline.
  • Positions with an application deadline of “Until Filled” will be closed at TDI’s discretion.
  • Information you send us might be considered public record and subject to the Texas Public Information Act. To learn more, read our website privacy and security policy.
  • We use E-Verify to confirm applicants are authorized to work: English │ Español
  • Right to Work statement: English │ Español

Have you applied for a job through the Texas Workforce Commission – WorkinTexas.com? If you applied for a job on the WorkinTexas.com website, you will get an email with a link to CAPPS. You will need to fill out more information in CAPPS.

Military employment preference

Senate Bill 1376, 88th Legislature, Regular Session, Section 657.002 requires State agencies to give military employment preference in employment and retention.  The following are entitled to military employment preference: 

a)  A veteran qualifies for military employment preference if the veteran (1) served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or Marine Corps of the United States or United States Public Health Service under 42 U.S.C. Section 201 et seq., as amended; the Texas military forces as defined by Section 437.001; an auxiliary service of those branches of the armed forces; (2) was honorably discharged from active duty military service. 

b)  A veteran's surviving spouse qualifies for a military employment preference if (1) the veteran was killed while on active duty; The surviving spouse has not remarried. 

c)  A veteran's orphan qualifies for a military employment preference if (1) the veteran was killed while on active duty;

d)  The spouse of a member of the United States armed forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty; and

e)  The spouse of a veteran if (1) the spouse is the primary source of income for the household; (2) the veteran has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability. 

In order to receive a military employment preference for any position, the following documents are required to be submitted with your application, as applicable:

  • Veteran - DD Form 214
  • Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried - Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation
  • Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty - Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation
  • Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty - Marriage Certificate and copy of spouse's active duty military orders
  • Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household - Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD Form 214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating
  • Documentation must be attached before military preference can be granted.

All attachments containing personal and/or sensitive information must be redacted.

For military preference information, contact TDI’s Military Liaison at 512-676-6108.

An individual who qualifies for a military preference is entitled to a preference in employment with a state agency over other applicants for the same position who do not have a greater qualification. Tex. Gov’t Code, Section 656.003.

An individual who was under the permanent managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services on the day preceding the individual’s 18th birthday is entitled to a preference in employment with a state agency over other applicants for the same position who do not have a greater qualification. Tex. Gov’t Code, Section 672.002.

Licenses, credentials, and requirements

Individuals holding licenses regulated by TDI must surrender their license(s) upon employment.

Examiners must comply with the bond-related provisions of the Texas Insurance Code, Section 401.106, and take the oath required by the Texas Insurance Code, Section 401.105.

Driving records will be checked on all final candidate(s) for all positions that require driving in order to carry out essential job functions and to ensure candidate(s) meet(s) the fully qualified driving status as defined by the agency.

Criminal background checks will be conducted on all final candidates. An applicant who has been convicted of a criminal offense relevant to the position may be disqualified from employment.

Unless specifically and expressly stated otherwise, regular attendance is an essential function of every TDI job.

Equal employment opportunity

TDI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at 512-676-6103 or fax, 512-490-1027. Applicants can also call the Human Resources office using a relay option of their choice.

For more information contact: HumanResources@tdi.texas.gov

If you have questions, please call Human Resources at 800-578-4677.

Last updated: 11/8/2023