Deputy Sheriff-Patrol-Sheriff's Office

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); Vor Ort; USD 61.999 - 75.776; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Retirement benefits from TCDRS

Wide range of employee benefits

Zusammenfassung

Fort Bend County is seeking a Deputy Sheriff in Richmond, Texas to conduct routine patrols, issue citations, maintain public safety, and assist with emergency management duties. Applicants must have a high school diploma and a Basic TCOLE Certification or be enrolled in a relevant police academy.

The role offers an hourly wage of $33.60, a bi-weekly salary of $2,688.00, and an annual salary of $69,888.00, along with benefits from the Texas County District Retirement System.

Qualifikationen

• Must currently hold a Basic TCOLE Certification or be enrolled in a Basic Police Academy.
• One year experience in law enforcement preferred.
• Must maintain all TCOLE requirements to be licensed as a peace officer.

Aufgaben

• May be assigned to K9 Patrol, Patrol Division, or Community services.
• Conducts search and rescue operations.
• Performs routine police patrol to deter crime.

Kenntnisse

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

High School Diploma/GED

Basic (or higher) TCOLE Certification

30 semester credit hours from an accredited college

Jobbeschreibung

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Deputy Sheriff

• May be assigned duties in K9 Patrol, Livestock Unit, Patrol Division, ID Division, Youth Programs, and Community services.
• Conducts search and rescue operations.
• Performs routine police patrol as a deterrent to crime.
• Issues citations and/or warnings to violators when appropriate; arrests violators; testifies in court as needed.
• Maintains reports as required.
• Maintains weapons and equipment assigned.
• Conducts initial crime scene investigations.
• Answers citizen calls for police assistance.
• Maintains weapon proficiency.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Applicant must currently hold a Basic (or higher) TCOLE Certification; or at time of application be enrolled in a Basic Police Academy and be eligible to take the TCOLE Licensing Exam within 45 days.
• Preferred - One year experience in a law enforcement agency performing peace officer, telecommunication, or correctional officer duties; or 2 years military service with an honorable discharge; or 30 semester credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 from an accredited college or university.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Must maintain all requirements to be licensed as a peace officer under TCOLE rules. When duty assignment is in Detention Bureau must obtain and maintain correction officer certification per TCOLE rules (this is not a prerequisite to assignment, may be completed after assignment starts).

Nelson Denny Test - 35 Minutes

Call to schedule: (Penni Fields) 281-238-1586 or (J.R. Galvan) 281-238-1587.

Location (Gus George Academy Building)

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office
Human Resources
1521 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 144
Richmond, Texas 77469

Salary Range

$33.60 per hour / $2,688.00 Bi-weekly / $69,888.00 annually

Closing Date

Upon filling position

Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.