Deputy Constable

About the role

Upholds law and order, serves Civil and Criminal papers on behalf of court, and acts as Bailiff for Justice of the Peace Courts within jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

Duties include serving Civil and Criminal papers as directed by the court, making arrests of suspects when necessary, and performing Bailiff duties in Justice of the Peace courts while maintaining overall security in the courtroom.

• Serves Civil and Criminal papers, including Civil Citations, TRO’s, Subpoenas, Sequestrations, Attachments, etc.
• Makes arrest of suspects when necessary
• Performs Bailiff Duties in Justice of the Peace courts and maintains overall security in the courtroom
• Assists all Law Enforcement agencies as required and issues traffic citations as necessary

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Texas Peace Officer Certification required
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Certified in use of firearms

Skills

• Knowledge of Civil and Criminal codes
• Knowledge of effective and safe Law Enforcement procedures

Working Conditions

Work requires knowledge of Civil and Criminal codes; independent decision making based on circumstances at times; accurate in details; able to deal with people; employee makes independent decisions and insures enforcement of laws; driving indicates exposure to potential traffic hazards; exposure to potential danger; must observe appropriate precautions.

Work is stressful, requires walking, irregular hours and working alone. Work place is diversified and work is performed in open area that is climate controlled and open to public and office traffic, in a vehicle, as well as outdoors where exposure to undesirable weather and/or life threatening situations is possible.

Physical Requirements

Work requires long periods of sitting both in a vehicle and in court during hearings; employee repeatedly gets in and out of vehicle; work requires physical fitness to effect arrests (both simple and combative); requires lifting and/or moving objects such as appliances, pianos, stereo equipment, and various other household items; also requires bending, stooping, and laying on the floor in order to obtain serial numbers from household items.

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to all full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, prescription drug coverage, Employee Assistance Program, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, and use of the Employee Health Clinic.