Warrant Clerk

Galveston County Human Resources; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Galveston County Sheriff's Office is seeking a professional Warrants Clerk to accurately enter, access, and safeguard confidential law enforcement information. This is a full-time, security-sensitive role that requires sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Key duties include answering calls, processing and distributing warrants, updating data, coordinating extradition trips, and maintaining organized files.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient in MS Office and data entry with accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and direct or take messages.
• Receive, process, and distribute warrants; enter data into databases.
• Process returns of warrants and update person/warrant records.
• Coordinate and schedule extradition trips for deputies.
• Dispatch deputies for calls as needed.
• Organize and maintain operation files.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Multitasking

Confidential information handling

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TCIC/NCIC operator training

Job description

Position: Warrants Clerk (Full-Time)

Bureau/Division: Criminal Law Enforcement

Title/Rank: Civilian

Reports To: Warrants Division

Posted: September 23, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 07, 2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Galveston County Sheriff's Office is seeking a professional, detail-oriented data entry warrants clerk. This position is a security sensitive position responsible for receiving, accurately entering, accessing, and safeguarding confidential/security sensitive law enforcement information. This position requires sound judgment, professionalism, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain calm while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential job duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following:

• Answer phone calls and direct calls to the appropriate person and/or take messages.
• Receives, processes, and distributes, criminal and civil warrants; enters into local, state, and national computer databases.
• Processes returns of executed criminal and civil warrants.
• Receives, updates, and enters data regarding persons or warrants.
• Coordinates and schedules extradition trips for deputies to transport.
• Dispatch deputies for various calls.
• Organizes and maintains files related to operations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and write the English language in a clear and understandable fashion.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft products).
• Skill in multi-tasking and prioritizing.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
• Ability to organize, compile, and record information accurately.
• Ability to perform research utilizing a variety of paper-based and electronic sources.
• Ability to operate common office equipment including but not limited to computer, photocopier, and fax machine.
• Successfully pass a background review.
• Successfully pass an interview board.
• Successfully complete and pass the full access TCIC/NCIC operator course.
• Be able to work under adverse conditions and during unusual hours including nights, weekends, holidays, and scheduled/unscheduled overtime.

Notice to Applicants

The Galveston County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all phases of the hiring process, including a comprehensive background investigation, interviews, and any additional requirements established by the Sheriff's Office.

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.