What are the responsibilities and job description for the DEPUTY CONSTABLE, Constable 8 position at Tarrant County College?
Summary
GRANT-FUNDED POSITION
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.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received
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
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Tarrant County will conduct background checks that will include a criminal background check and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, educational attainment, or additional State or Federal legal requirements.
Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel and twist the upper body. Use of a vehicle is required to perform the essential job functions. Incumbent must be able to respond to emergency situations which may include the use of physical force.
Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs 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). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
Check the box that applies to your citizenship or immigration status.
Do you have a TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification? (Applicants must include all required license or certification information in the “Licenses and Certifications” section of the application. Failure to provide this information may result in the application being denied due to an inability to verify required credentials.)
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 based on 30 college hours equaling one (1) year of 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 Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with one (1) year of law enforcement experience?
Do you have a valid and current Texas Driver's License? (Applicants must include all required license or certification information in the “Licenses and Certifications” section of the application. Failure to provide this information may result in the application being denied due to an inability to verify required credentials.)
GRANT-FUNDED POSITION
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.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received
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
Essential Duties And 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.
- Collects 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.
- Strong understanding of law enforcement procedures and courtroom security
- Ability to perform warrant execution and document handling
- Skilled in public communication and assisting individuals in high-stress situations
- Ability to remain alert and act quickly in security-related situations
- Knowledge of civil and criminal procedures
- Ability to operate law enforcement equipment and firearms proficiently
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.?
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.?
- Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.?
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.?
- Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.?
- Advanced analytical skills.
- Demonstration of firearm proficiency
- Associate’s degree or 60 hours of college and three (3) full-time years law enforcement experience -OR-
- Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and one (1) full time year law enforcement experience -OR-
- High School diploma or GED and five (5) full-time years law enforcement experience -OR-
- any equivalent combination based on 30 college hours equaling one (1) year of experience
- Valid and current Texas Driver’s License
- Valid and current TCLEOSE Certification
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
- * * IMPORTANT * * *
Tarrant County will conduct background checks that will include a criminal background check and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, educational attainment, or additional State or Federal legal requirements.
Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel and twist the upper body. Use of a vehicle is required to perform the essential job functions. Incumbent must be able to respond to emergency situations which may include the use of physical force.
Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs 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). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.
- Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.
Check the box that applies to your citizenship or immigration status.
- I am a citizen of the United States.
- I am a legal permanent resident of the United States, who is an honorably discharged veteran of the US Armed forces with at least two years of service, and able to provide evidence to TCOLE that I have applied for US citizenship.
- None of the above apply.
Do you have a TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification? (Applicants must include all required license or certification information in the “Licenses and Certifications” section of the application. Failure to provide this information may result in the application being denied due to an inability to verify required credentials.)
- Yes
- No
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 based on 30 college hours equaling one (1) year of experience?
- Yes
- No
Do you have an Associate's degree or sixty (60) college hours and three (3) years of law enforcement experience?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with one (1) year of law enforcement experience?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid and current Texas Driver's License? (Applicants must include all required license or certification information in the “Licenses and Certifications” section of the application. Failure to provide this information may result in the application being denied due to an inability to verify required credentials.)
- Yes
- No
- Required Question