0000008692.DEPUTY CONSTABLE I.CONSTABLE PRECINCT 4 0

Dallas County • Grand Prairie, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs licensed peace officer tasks in accordance with State and local laws and the policies and procedures of the Constable’s Office and performs bailiff tasks for the Justice of the Peace.

Requirements

• A candidate may be considered for a Deputy Constable Recruit at grade 66) with a combination of TCOLE certification, education, and/or work experience that equates to two years.
• Must have passed a general educational development (GED) test indicating high school graduation level; or hold a high school diploma.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, with good driving record.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have never been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years; never convicted of any family violence offense; not prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle; not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition.

Nice To Haves

• If the full screening guidelines are not met, this position will be filled at a reduced salary (gr. 65).

Responsibilities

• Delivers and executes civil papers to include citations, small claims notices, injunctions, subpoenas, summons and restraining orders.
• Delivers and executes writs involving garnishment, attachment, execution, habeas corpus, possession, sequestration, restitution, and orders of sale.
• Delivers and executes warrants for bad checks and peace bonds.
• Performs arrests and set outs, when warranted.
• Transfers prisoners to and from jail and the courts.
• Performs Bailiff tasks for the Justice of the Peace, if needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED