Constable Deputy

Are you looking for career opportunities that provides top-notch benefits including paid vacation & sick leave, outstanding health & dental insurance, a free health clinic for you & your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more?  Then bring your talents and leadership to Travis County

The Constable Deputy performs timely service of all criminal and civil processes issued by the courts and enforces local, state and federal laws; under moderate supervision engages in investigatory duties.

Positions are within civil, criminal and bailiff. After completion of our FTO program, position will be assigned accordingly. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This job is within the Non-TCSO POPS job family. It is an entry-level job within the uniformed Constable series.

* Delivers and executes civil process papers, maintains records and files of executions received.
* Seizes property under court orders and holds auction on levied property.
* Enforces local, state, federal, and compulsory school attendance laws as required.
* Responds to inquiries and serves as liaison to other agencies and the public.
* Transports prisoners to jail and may transport persons committed to mental institutions to state hospital.
* Serves warrants, makes arrests.
* Serves as a bailiff for Justice of the Peace court.
* Responds to major emergencies and disasters.
* May perform the following additional duties (varies with the precinct assigned):
* Provides building security services and person inspections.
* May perform traffic related functions.
* Checks title and serial numbers on vehicles, maintains patrol vehicles, and searches for missing persons.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

By state statute, requires a High School diploma or equivalency certificate with no felony convictions. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be honorably discharged from the Military and any law enforcement agency. 

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

Intermediate or higher certification as a law enforcement officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). May consider Basic certification. 

Peace Officer License Required 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

* Criminal Justice System.
* Law enforcement process and arrest practices.

Skill in:

* Effective communication.
* Use of firearms.

Ability to:

* Write incident reports.
* Execute warrants.
* Respond to unexpected situations in a reasonable and professional manner.
* Safely operate a police vehicle.

Constant standing, handling, use of vision, depth perception.  Frequent reaching, forceful gripping, use of fine dexterity. Occasional sitting, walking, climbing, kneeling/crouching, bending/squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, talking. Exposure to excessive heat and cold (outdoor conditions); job may involve danger due to contact with criminals and suspects. Must be able to perform physical functions associated with operating a motor vehicle, safely operate a firearm, radio equipment and computer equipment.

Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.

 

This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM; Monday through Friday. Works some holidays, Works some nights, Works some weekends 

Location: 8656-B HWY 71 W, STE. 100 Austin, TX 78735 

Department: Constable 3 

Criminal Background Check, Credit Report, TCOLE, Drug Test, Psychological Exam, Driving Record, Education, and Employment History Check Required.