DEPUTY CONSTABLE, Constable 8

Salary : $38.37 Hourly

Location : 3212 Miller Avenue Fort Worth TX 76119, TX

Job Type : Regular Full-time

Job Number : 10658

Department : Constable 8

Opening Date : 12 / 01 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Summary

GRANT-FUNDED POSITION

Responsible for serving civil process and warrants, investigating criminal law violations and filing cases with the Justice Court and District Attorney. Responsible for courtroom security and safety and conducting building security.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received

BENEFITS

Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits & 13 County Holidays

For more information, please click on the link below :

http : / / www.tarrantcounty.com / en / human-resources / employee-benefits.html

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Executes civil process, writs and warrants.

2. Assists the District Attorney's Office and Probation Department with making arrests.

3. Patrols area and maintains awareness of Precinct for crime prevention.

4. Provides enforcement at civil standbys.

5. Performs refuse and traffic enforcement.

6. Assists all law enforcement agencies.

7. Collects executions on judgments.

8. Prepares all court documents for return after execution.

9. Provides security for courthouse and acts as court bailiff.

10. Maintains and secures the court room.

11. Assists the general public with information and direction in court or in the County facility.

12. Assists the court personnel in obtaining and securing jury services or sequestering a jury panel.

13. Conducts warrant checks or confirms warrants on defendants.

14. Provides security for all County buildings or departments in the Precinct as requested.

15. May perform some administrative duties for the Judge.

16. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :

• Strong understanding of law enforcement procedures and courtroom security
• Ability to perform warrant execution and document handling
• Skilled in public communication and assisting individuals in high-stress situations
• Ability to remain alert and act quickly in security-related situations
• Knowledge of civil and criminal procedures
• Ability to operate law enforcement equipment and firearms proficiently
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.?
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.?
• Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.?
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.?
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.?
• Advanced analytical skills.
• Demonstration of firearm proficiency

Minimum Requirements

Preferred Requirements :

To be considered for this position, your application must be complete and clearly reflect the minimum qualifications. Incomplete information in the Education (including type of degree, field of study, and graduation status), Experience , or Certification / License sections may result in disqualification, as eligibility for minimum qualifications cannot be confirmed without complete documentation.

Tarrant County will conduct background checks that will include a criminal background check and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, educational attainment, or additional State or Federal legal requirements.

Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel and twist the upper body. Use of a vehicle is required to perform the essential job functions. Incumbent must be able to respond to emergency situations which may include the use of physical force.

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

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Check the box that applies to your citizenship or immigration status.

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Do you have a TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification? (Applicants must include all required license or certification information in the "Licenses and Certifications" section of the application. Failure to provide this information may result in the application being denied due to an inability to verify required credentials.)

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Do you have a High School diploma, GED, or higher level of education with five (5) years of law enforcement experience or any equivalent combination based on 30 college hours equaling one (1) year of experience?

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Do you have an Associate's degree or sixty (60) college hours and three (3) years of law enforcement experience?

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with one (1) year of law enforcement experience?

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Do you have a valid and current Texas Driver's License? (Applicants must include all required license or certification information in the "Licenses and Certifications" section of the application. Failure to provide this information may result in the application being denied due to an inability to verify required credentials.)

Required Question