Select departments are open at the Dallas County Records Building today, Monday, August 31st, due to ongoing repairs. If you need in-person assistance, please call to confirm operational status before traveling to the building. We encourage you to visit our website for the latest information and daily operations.
Dallas County is under a Burn Ban starting July 27, 2026, in effect for 90 days.
DALLAS COUNTY ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.

THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 22.02 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $29.08.

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Henry Wade Juvenile Justice Center - 2600 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, TX 75212
Phone: (214) 698-2200


Thinking of a career in criminal justice?

Join the Dallas County Juvenile Department today where new opportunities are waiting for you. Our culture is one where individuals truly have a passion for improving the lives of today’s youth. There are many benefits to employment with the Juvenile Department and we invite you to join our team!

If you are interested in a career with the Juvenile Department, please visit the Dallas County Employment Section and click the appropriate link (future or current employee). All jobs are posted on these sites and applications are only accepted via the internet through this site. No paper applications or resumes are accepted. Once your application is completed, a hiring manager will contact you if there is interest.

We offer employment in many fields of work including:

  • Probation Officers
  • Detention and Residential Service Officers
  • Campus Administrators
  • Teachers
  • Caseworkers
  • Psychologists
  • Managers and Supervisors
  • Office Support

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.