Galveston County Sheriff's Office – Law Enforcement

The County of Galveston; United States; Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The County of Galveston is seeking a law enforcement professional to enforce local, state, and federal laws across the county. The role involves patrolling to detect and deter crime, responding to calls for service, preparing reports, and securing crime scenes and evidence.

Candidates must meet education requirements, complete one-year probation, and obtain Peace Officer Basic Proficiency Certification by TCOLE. The role demands physical endurance and the ability to work in varied environments.

Qualifikationen

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Requires completion of one-year probation.
• Must obtain and maintain Peace Officer Basic Proficiency Certification by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

Aufgaben

• Patrols the county to detect and deter crime.
• Responds to calls for service.
• Prepares required reports.
• Investigates incidents and gathers evidence as needed.
• Secures crime scenes and handles evidence.
• Transports detainees and maintains court security.
• Assists training sessions and maintains equipment.

Ausbildung

High School graduation or GED

Completion of one-year probation

Peace Officer Basic Proficiency Certification (TCOLE)

Jobbeschreibung

General Description

The purpose of this class is responsible for the enforcement of local, state and federal laws.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Patrols the county to detect and deter crime.
• Responds to calls for service.
• Prepares required reports.
• Investigates automobile accidents; prepares accident reports.
• Secures crime scenes and collects evidence.
• Obtains and serves search and criminal warrants; apprehends and arrests suspects.
• Transports prisoners to court and other locations.
• Interviews complainants, witnesses, victims, suspects and informants.
• Attends required training sessions.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Provides security at the county jail, as assigned; conducts head counts; documents inmate activities; transports inmates to appointments; provides inmates with meals and linens.
• Maintains order and security in the courtroom, as assigned; prepares courtroom for hearings; escorts defendants; collects evidence from jurors.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. Requires completion of one-year probation.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, stooping or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light objects and uses tools or equipment. The work is typically performed in an office, vehicle and outdoors in cold or inclement weather with potentially life‑threatening situations. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

Emergency Preparedness Tier Level: 1

Special Certifications and Licenses

Must obtain and maintain Peace Officer Basic Proficiency Certification by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The County of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The County of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Mission and Culture

Our mission is to be an Employer of Choice in Galveston County. The Galveston County Human Resources Department will operate at a level of excellence in every endeavor. We will provide outstanding customer service, practice best‑practices both strategically and tactically in Human Resources processes and guidance, and perform our responsibilities with transparency, trust, integrity, efficiency and accountability.