Deputy Constable - Precinct 1 (Pct.1) - 1710 - 38100

Nueces County, TX • Corpus Christi, TX

375d • $19

About The Position

The position involves protecting county residents and property, enforcing laws, and serving legal documents as appropriate. Depending on the precinct, duties may include primarily law enforcement and patrol or execution of civil and criminal processes. The employee is required to be on duty before, during, and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Licensed as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
• Must have a valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a dispatcher or peace officer may be required depending on precinct.
• Certification as a Jailer or Radar Operator.

Responsibilities

• Serves warrants and makes arrests.
• Patrols an assigned area, generally by vehicle, to prevent crimes and enforce laws and regulations.
• Issues traffic citations, directs traffic and assists other law enforcement agencies in working accidents.
• Investigates traffic accidents and crimes against persons and property and assists federal, state and local law enforcement officials.
• Keeps records of activities and makes reports concerning crimes, complaints, accidents and investigations.
• Questions witnesses and suspects and takes statements and depositions.
• Gathers and labels evidence, takes photographs and fingerprints, guards and transports prisoners and testifies in court.
• Transports and books prisoners.
• Serves as substitute dispatcher or bailiff as required.
• Trains new deputies and reserves in performance of various job duties.
• Responds to emergency calls and routine complaints and takes action as necessary.
• May assist emergency vehicles on escorts and on traffic control.
• May be called upon to testify in a court of law.

Benefits

• Base Pay: $19.29 Hourly
• Peace Officer Certification Pay: Basic $26.92, Intermediate $53.84, Advanced $69.23, Master $84.61

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED