Protective Detail Deputy Sheriff – Field Security

Denton County, Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans (medical and dental)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life, disability and long-term care

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement benefits (TCDRS)

12 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Denton County is seeking a Deputy Sheriff to perform law enforcement duties to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens. The role may involve serving civil processes, transporting prisoners, and patrolling in an official vehicle within assigned areas.

Certification as a Texas Peace Officer is required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a valid driver’s license and meet CJIS/TCOLE requirements. Equal opportunity employer with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provides security for county buildings, county employees, citizens, and others conducting business in county buildings.
• Operates x-ray machines, walk-through metal detectors, and hand-held metal detectors as necessary.
• Monitors surveillance cameras as assigned.
• Responds to calls for service on county property.
• 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 deputies; answers any questions or provides instruction as necessary.

Skills

Enforces laws

Responds to service requests

Apprehends criminals

Field training deputies

Public safety

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Denton County is seeking a Deputy Sheriff to perform law enforcement duties to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens. The role may involve serving civil processes, transporting prisoners, and patrolling in an official vehicle within assigned areas.

Certification as a Texas Peace Officer is required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a valid driver’s license and meet CJIS/TCOLE requirements. Equal opportunity employer with comprehensive benefits.