DEPUTY CONSTABLE, Constable 5

About the role

Responsible for serving civil process and warrants, investigating criminal law violations and filing cases with the Justice Court and District Attorney. Responsible for courtroom security and safety and conducting building security.

Responsibilities

• Executes civil process, writs and warrants.
• Assists the District Attorney's Office and Probation Department with making arrests.
• Patrols area and maintains awareness of Precinct for crime prevention.
• Provides enforcement at civil standbys.
• Performs refuse and traffic enforcement.
• Assists all law enforcement agencies.
• Collections executions on judgments.
• Prepares all court documents for return after execution.
• Provides security for courthouse and acts as court bailiff.
• Maintains and secures the court room.
• Assists the general public with information and direction in court or in the County facility.
• Assists the court personnel in obtaining and securing jury services or sequestering a jury panel.
• Conducts warrant checks or confirms warrants on defendants.
• Provides security for all County buildings or departments in the Precinct as requested.
• May perform some administrative duties for the Judge.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or 60 hours college and three (3) years law enforcement experience
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and one (1) year law enforcement experience
• Five (5) years law enforcement experience
• Equivalent combination based on 30 college hours equaling one (1) year of experience
• Valid and current Texas Driver's License
• Valid and current TCOLE Certification
• Demonstration of firearm proficiency
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or higher level of education with five (5) years of law enforcement experience
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills

• Ability to respond to emergency situations which may include the use of physical force
• Knowledge of local laws and regulations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Physical stamina and endurance

Benefits

Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits & 13 County Holidays. For More Information, Please Click On The Link Below http://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/human-resources/employee-benefits.html

Pay

Salary range: $49,000 - $65,000 per year

Schedule

Full-time schedule

Benefits

Benefits include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation).

Other Requirements

• Select Your TCOLE Licensure
• Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with one (1) year of law enforcement experience?
• Do you have an Associate's degree or sixty (60) college hours and three (3) years of law enforcement experience?
• Do you have a High School diploma, GED, or higher level of education with five (5) years of law enforcement experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience?
• Do you have a TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification?
• Do you have a valid and current Texas Driver's License?

Note

Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Smith at (817) 884-1227.

Required Question

• Check the box that applies to your citizenship or immigration status.
• Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with one (1) year of law enforcement experience?
• Do you have an Associate's degree or sixty (60) college hours and three (3) years of law enforcement experience?
• Do you have a High School diploma, GED, or higher level of education with five (5) years of law enforcement experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience?
• Select Your TCOLE Licensure
• Do you have a TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification?
• Do you have a valid and current Texas Driver's License?