Constable Deputy - HMS Courthouse

Travis County; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis County is seeking a dedicated security professional to provide security at the Heman Marion Sweatt Courthouse. The role involves safeguarding entrants, operating x-ray machines and metal detectors, searching individuals and packages, patrolling the facility, and making arrests as required.

You will also escort officials and victims and complete related reports. Candidates must hold an active peace officer license and obtain a basic certification from TCOLE within one year, with hours from

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalency with no felony convictions.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or at least 18 with 60 or more hours of accredited college credits or 2 years of military service with an honorable discharge.
• Requires active peace officer license.
• Must obtain a basic certification as a law enforcement officer from TCOLE within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide security at the Heman Marion Sweatt Courthouse and ensure safety of those entering and exiting the facility.
• Safely operate x-ray machines and metal detectors; search individuals and packages entering the facility.
• Conduct patrols of the interior and exterior of the assigned facility; make onsite arrests for violations of state law; escort elected officials and victims.
• Complete administrative duties such as complaints, arrest affidavits, and writing reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Use of firearms

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing security at the Heman Marion Sweatt Courthouse. Ensures the safety of those entering and exiting the facility; safely operate x-ray machines and metal detectors; search individuals and packages entering the facility; conduct patrol of the interior and exterior of assigned facility; make onsite arrest for violations of State law; serve as an escort for elected officials and victims; and complete administrative tasks and duties associated with the role that may include complaints, arrest affidavits, and writing reports.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This job is within the Non-TCSO POPS job family. It is an entry-level job within the uniformed Constable series.

• Delivers and executes civil process papers, maintains records and files of executions received.
• Seizes property under court orders and holds auction on levied property.
• Enforces local, state, federal, and compulsory school attendance laws as required.
• Responds to inquiries and serves as liaison to other agencies and the public.
• Transports prisoners to jail and may transport persons committed to mental institutions to state hospital.
• Serves warrants, makes arrests.
• Serves as a bailiff for Justice of the Peace court.
• Responds to major emergencies and disasters.
• May perform the following additional duties (varies with the precinct assigned):
• Provides building security services and person inspections.
• May perform traffic related functions.
• Checks title and serial numbers on vehicles, maintains patrol vehicles, and searches for missing persons.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Requires a High School diploma or equivalency certificate with no felony convictions.

Must be at least 21 years of age or at least 18 years of age with 60 or more hours of accredited college credits or 2 years of military service with an honorable discharge.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements

Requires active peace officer license.

Must obtain a basic certification as a law enforcement officer from TCOLE within one (1) year of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Criminal Justice System.
• Law enforcement process and arrest practices.

Skill in:

• Effective communication.
• Use of firearms.

Ability to:

• Write incident reports.
• Execute warrants.
• Respond to unexpected situations in a reasonable and professional manner.
• Safely operate a police vehicle.

Constant standing, handling, use of vision, depth perception. Frequent reaching, forceful gripping, use of fine dexterity. Occasional sitting, walking, climbing, kneeling/crouching, bending/squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, talking. Exposure to excessive heat and cold (outdoor conditions); job may involve danger due to contact with criminals and suspects. Must be able to perform physical functions associated with operating a motor vehicle, safely operate a firearm, radio equipment and computer equipment.

Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.

Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday.

Location: 1000 Guadalupe Street

Department: Constable 5

TCOLE, Physical Exam, Drug Test, Alcohol Test, Psychological Exam and Employment Background Checks Required.

For updates or questions on this position, contact: [e-mail]

This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.