Deputy Sheriff - Protective Detail - Justice Management Division - Sheriff

About the role

The Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement work to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens of the County. Work involves performing law enforcement or jail duties in a specific area of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Enforces all the laws of the state and applicable federal laws.
• Provides law enforcement services to residents and responds to service requests.
• Prepares documentation and reports in a timely manner.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required.
• Provides security for county buildings, county employees, citizens, and others conducting business in county buildings.
• Operates x-ray machines, walk-through metal detectors, and hand-held metal detectors as necessary.
• Maintains surveillance cameras as assigned.
• Responds to calls for service on county property.
• Completes offense and incident reports as necessary; may be required to testify in court.
• Apprehends criminals in a variety of both hostile and non-hostile situations.
• Provides field training for other deputies; answers any questions or provides instruction as necessary.

Requirements

• Performing other related duties as required.
• CERTIFICATION AS A PEACE OFFICER IN THE STATE OF TEXAS REQUIRED
• High School graduation or GED.
• If assigned to Community Relations, a minimum of one year of experience in a related field required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Certification as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Performs other related duties as required.
• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Experience: At least 6 months, but less than 1 Year of full-time equivalent experience in law enforcement.
• Licenses: Currently licensed as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas.
• Certifications: Basic - State of Texas Peace Officer Certification.
• Background Check: None specified.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical fitness and stamina.
• Computer literacy.

Benefits

Full-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation).

Employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more.

Note: These benefits are not included for Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee.

Pay

Salary range: $45,000 - $65,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications.

Schedule

Shifts may vary based on department needs.