Deputy Constable Precinct 5

Cameron County•Harlingen, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs law enforcement work in support of assigned constable function. Duties include protecting life and property, preparing and maintaining court records, serving court records and enforcing rules. Positions in this class perform routine law enforcement and identify needed corrective actions to resolve discrepancies; answer questions; and maintain documents and records.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of experience performing as a Peace Officer, law enforcement and/or safety support work in the field of public relations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification is required
Must submit to Civil Service Law Enforcement Exam.

Responsibilities

Protects and serves the citizens in the community and protects property; patrols county and maintains order; enforces State, County and Federal Law; safe guard lives and property.
Writes up search warrants for residences, businesses, etc.; serves court documents; enforces criminal and traffic laws in applicable situations; serves Civil Process Subpoenas; responds to calls for service.
Responds as back-up units for Deputy's close to my location; protects crime scenes; assists with welfare checks; escorts funeral processions.
Confirms warrants for agencies from different states; checks with district attorney's office for extradition; makes arrangements to pick up inmates from instate county jails on county warrants.
Arrests defendants that are brought in by bondsman and attorneys wanted by Cameron county or any other state or county; transports inmates to court and/or jails.
Assists with pat downs of all incoming and outgoing suspects; enters data into computer system to produce accurate reports for submission.
Enforces rules and regulations and assists with problems deputies may encounter including physical intervention and emergency assistance; resolves problems that may arise in a proactive and professional manner.
Provides assistance and information to employees, managers, vendors, citizens, local businesses, and/or and other interested parties regarding constable functions; serves as liaison between supervisors, vendors, and other departments in regards to the department.
Explains policies and procedures.