Part-Time - Deputy - SMAG

Harris County Sheriff's Office; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Harris County Sheriff's Office in Houston is seeking a part-time, temporary deputy to support the SMAG unit at the Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston facility. The role focuses on security monitoring, data collection from video feeds, and intelligence dissemination, with supervision by the SMAG Sergeant.

Candidates must be honorably retired Peace Officers, have at least 15 years in law enforcement, hold a TCOLE Peace Officer License, and be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Must be an honorably retired Peace Officer.
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in law enforcement, record management, or a related field.
• Must have an active TCOLE Peace Officer License.
• Basic Peace Officer License (minimum).
• Basic understanding of electronics, digital audio/video equipment.
• Must protect sensitive/confidential information.
• Must have an excellent attendance record.
• Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code and Code of Criminal Procedures.
• Basic understanding of computers, electronics, and digital audio/video equipment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Superion/ARS, JWEB, JOTS, and related reports.

Responsibilities

• Views, records, and gathers information from video feeds across landside and waterside areas.
• Compiles and disseminates intelligence to HCSO, other agencies, and the military.
• Assists with intelligence requests.
• Maintains equipment assigned to the SMAG unit.
• Completes and enters reports.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Communicates with multiple agencies and jurisdictions.

Skills

Patrol experience

Video analysis

Bilingual

Clearance experience

Education

Basic Peace Officer License

TCOLE Peace Officer License

Honorably retired status

Tools

Superion/ARS

JWEB

JOTS

Video surveillance software

Job description

THIS IS A PART-TIME TEMPORARY POSITION
THIS POSITION MAY END AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT

The deputy will be part of a specialized unit responsible for monitoring and maintaining security on land and waterside areas of the Houston Ship Channel Security District under the general supervision of the HCSO SMAG Sergeant. The assignment will be inside the United States Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston building, located at 13411 Hillard St., Houston, Texas 77034

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Views, records, and gathers information from video feeds, which are strategically placed on the landside and waterside throughout the Houston Ship Channel Security District.
• Compiles and disseminates intelligence gathered to the HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military.
• Assists the HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military with intelligence requests.
• Maintains equipment assigned to the SMAG unit.
• Completes and enters reports associated with the assignment.
• Performs other assignments and duties as required and/or necessary.

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Must be an honorably retired Peace Officer.
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in law enforcement, record management, or a related field.
• Must have an active TCOLE Peace Officer License.
• Basic Peace Officer License (minimum).
• Basic understanding of electronics, digital audio/video equipment.
• Must protect sensitive/confidential information.
• Must have an excellent attendance record.

Knowledge of:

• The Texas Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedures.
• Basic understanding of computers, electronics, and digital audio/video equipment.

Skilled In:

• Demonstration of proficiency in the use of Superion/ARS, JWEB, JOTS, and other computer programs.
• Superion/ARS, JWEB, JOTS, and be able to submit Superion or other reports you completed.

Ability to:

• Obtain a secret clearance through the Department of Homeland Security. Any credit issues or judgments will disqualify a person.
• For call-out assignments or extended duty hours in case of an emergency.
• Maintain professional relationships with HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military.
• Communicate via radio, telephone, email, and text message (Bridge4PS platform) with personnel assigned to the HCSO Marine Division, the City of Houston, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and the United States Coast Guard who patrol the Houston Ship Channel.
• Accept, attend, and complete additional training associated with this assignment.
• Work the day shift, evening shift, or night shift.

• Previous patrol/investigative assignment
• Advanced understanding of video and computers and must be able to demonstrate advanced understanding
• Bilingual
• Currently hold or have held a secret clearance

THIS IS A PART-TIME TEMPORARY POSITION
THIS POSITION MAY END AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT

• Applicant submission of the Job Request Packet does not guarantee an interview.
• To qualify for this position, the required experience, education, and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history.
• Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume for qualifications.
• Experience obtained while in the military must also be included as part of your employment history on the application.

Important Information:

Harris County Sheriff's Office employees are exposed to confidential and law-enforcement-sensitive information. A thorough background investigation is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. You must provide accurate information in all aspects of the process. The process will end for applicants who fail to provide truthful information.

Benefits:

This is a part-time temporary position without benefits.

Hours:

• A minimum of 20 hours per week with a maximum of 30 hours per week.
• Hours are based on the needs of the department.
• Possibly including Weekends and Holidays.

Location:

Houston.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.