Courtroom Security & Civil Process Officer

Tarrant County, TX; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County is seeking a dedicated professional to serve civil process, warrants, and assist in the District Attorney's Office and Probation Department. The role includes courtroom security, building security, and supporting law enforcement activities across the precinct.

The ideal candidate will have the specified education/experience combinations, a valid Texas driver's license, a current TCOLE certification with firearm proficiency, and preferably bilingual (Spanish/English).

Qualifications

• Education/experience must match one of the listed combinations.
• Valid and current Texas Driver's License is required.
• Valid and current TCOLE Certification with firearm proficiency.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute civil process, writs and warrants.
• Assist District Attorney's Office and Probation with arrests.
• Patrol area and maintain precinct crime awareness.
• Provide enforcement at civil standbys.
• Perform refuse and traffic enforcement.
• Assist all law enforcement agencies.
• Collect executions on judgments.
• Prepare court documents for return after execution.
• Provide security for courthouse and act as bailiff.
• Maintain and secure the courtroom.
• Assist the public with information and directions in court or county facilities.
• Assist court personnel with jury services or sequester a jury panel.
• Conduct warrant checks or confirm warrants on defendants.
• Provide security for county buildings/departments as requested.
• May perform some administrative duties for the Judge.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual

Firearm proficiency

Education

Associate's degree or 60 hours college

Three years law enforcement experience

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice + 1 year LE experience

Five years law enforcement experience

Equivalent combination: 30 college hours = 1 year experience

Tools

TCOLE Certification

Valid Texas Driver's License

Job description

Tarrant County is seeking a dedicated professional to serve civil process, warrants, and assist in the District Attorney's Office and Probation Department. The role includes courtroom security, building security, and supporting law enforcement activities across the precinct.

The ideal candidate will have the specified education/experience combinations, a valid Texas driver's license, a current TCOLE certification with firearm proficiency, and preferably bilingual (Spanish/English).