Chief Deputy Constable - Constable, Pct #1

Denton County, Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement plan (TCDRS)

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

12 paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Denton County seeks a Chief Deputy Constable to supervise Deputy Constables and staff, assist in budgeting, and ensure court security and efficient civil/criminal paperwork service. The role involves coordinating training, enforcing policies, and interfacing with multiple government levels to maintain operations.

The position requires an Associate's degree and Texas Peace Officer certification, with a background check and valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and minimum three years of related experience required.
• Certification as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas required.
• Pass a State Criminal History background check.
• Possession of a valid driver's license; must obtain Texas license within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and supervises Deputy Constables and office staff.
• Assists in budget preparation and monitors expenditures.
• Serves civil and criminal papers and warrants; acts as court bailiff.
• Maintains department statistics and prepares reports.
• Provides firearm training and evaluates staff performance.
• Directs training programs and develops operational policies.
• Engages with county, state, and federal agencies on procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Patrol experience

Leadership/management

Public safety coordination

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Master Peace Officer

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

The Chief Deputy Constable performs supervisory, administrative, and specialized law enforcement work overseeing and participating in activities of the Constable's Office in an assigned precinct. Work involves training and supervising activities of Deputy Constables and office staff, assisting in preparation of budgets and monitoring expenditures. Employee is also responsible for serving civil papers and performing Bailiff duties such as attending court, maintaining security of witnesses and judges, and transporting prisoners between holding cells and courtrooms in the precinct's Justice of the Peace Court. Work also involves serving civil and criminal papers, and performing general duty law enforcement work such as directing traffic, issuing citations, and assisting in responses to complaint calls.

Examples of Duties

• Oversees activities of the Constable's office; administers routine personnel matters and procedures; coordinates and schedules all department work.
• Formulates and implements the annual budget; ensures expenditures comply with budgeted allocations.
• Interacts with county, state, federal, and local municipal governments on current operating procedures and guidelines as required by Law.
• Prepares Writs of Executions for the Precinct as necessary; supervises all Writs assigned to the Precinct.
• Serves as court bailiff for Justice of the Peace; appears in court as a witness to give testimony.
• Oversees maintenance and repair services for Department's motor vehicle fleet.
• Directs training programs for all department employees.
• Assists in developing and implementing operational policies for the Constable's Office.
• Confers with the Constable in the recruiting, selection, training, discipline and dismissal of subordinate employees.
• Performs law enforcement work to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens of the county.
• Answers questions regarding policies and/or procedures and assists the public with questions.
• Serves civil papers, warrants, and specialty writs; ensures that all paperwork is completed and distributed as necessary.
• Maintains department statistics and prepares related reports.
• Conducts firearm training; evaluates employees based on performance during training.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Performs other related duties as required.

Associate's degree and minimum three years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.

Certification as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas required.

Must be able to pass a State Criminal History background check.

Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master Peace Officer
• Bachelor’s Degree
• MS Office
• Civil Process Proficiency Certification
• Courtroom Security Certification
• At least five (5) years of patrol experience
• A combination of professional experience in a direct supervision/management role

Benefits

Denton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Denton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status.

Family Medical Leave

Denton County employees who have been employed for one year and who have worked 1250 hours in the preceding year may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of FMLA leave.

The FMLA provides for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave

• for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child for foster care
• to care for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious health condition
• for an employee with a serious health condition