Deputy Sheriff - Patrol - Sheriff

Denton County, Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits (TCDRS)

Paid holidays

Family Medical Leave (FMLA)

Job summary

Denton County is seeking a Deputy Sheriff to perform law enforcement duties across the county, protecting lives, property and citizens' rights. Duties include patrolling, responding to calls, serving warrants, and transporting prisoners in official capacity.

The position requires Texas Peace Officer certification, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a Texas license within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Texas Peace Officer is required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license; must be able to obtain a Texas driver's license within 90 days.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Enforces all state and applicable federal laws.
• Patrols county roadways and responds to service requests.
• Serves warrants and transports prisoners; answers calls for service.
• Prepares and maintains incident reports; may testify in court.
• Provides field training for other officers; conducts related instruction.

Skills

Peace Officer Certification

Driver's License

Education

Texas Peace Officer Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

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. This position may serve civil process papers, such as summons, writs of possession, foreclosures, executions, claim and delivery, restraining orders; answer complaint calls and patrol the County in an official vehicle to deter crime or apprehend violators or suspects; serve warrants and make warrant arrests; and/or performing various procedures associated with transporting prisoners for the Sheriff's Department. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work.

Examples of Duties

• 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.
• Patrols county roadways and assists citizens in both emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Responds to calls for service as necessary; reports back to station as situation changes or assistance is needed.
• Performs traffic enforcement duties, including issuing citations and tickets, directing traffic, and responding to accidents; performs DWI enforcement.
• 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 officers; answers any questions or provides instruction as necessary.
• Responds to animal control calls for service as necessary.
• Investigates crime scenes; gathers evidence and lifts latent prints; takes photos of crime scene or marks out evidence as necessary.
• Patrols unincorporated areas as necessary.
• Writes and/or issues citations or warnings in accordance with City, county, and/or state laws, regulations, ordinances, and procedures.
• Services and maintains parking enforcement equipment, such as meters, parking machines, and signs.
• Educates the public regarding parking regulations and citations.
• May respond to situations involving SWAT.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED.
• Certification as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas is 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.

Criminal History Requirements

The following criminal history may result in disqualification from employment, appointment, or licensure, subject to any applicable waiver or review process authorized by law, CJIS requirements, or TCOLE rules:

• A felony conviction or qualifying felony deferred adjudication/community supervision;
• A Class A misdemeanor conviction or qualifying deferred adjudication/community supervision;
• A Class B misdemeanor conviction or qualifying deferred adjudication/community supervision within the previous ten (10) years;
• A conviction or qualifying community supervision/deferred adjudication for an offense involving family violence;
• Family Violence convictions or deferred adjudication;
• A current criminal charge for an offense that would constitute a bar to TCOLE licensure; and
• Other circumstances that result in the applicant being ineligible for required TCOLE licensure or CJIS access.

Criminal history will be reviewed in accordance with applicable federal and state law, TCOLE requirements, CJIS requirements, and County policy.

Employment 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 Employer

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

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