Constable Precinct 2 - Deputy Constable

County of El Paso•Tx 79924, TX

About The Position

The Deputy Constable works under general supervision to enforce laws, maintain order, prevent and suppress crime, make arrests, execute civil process and warrants, and assist the Justice of the Peace with security. The role performs related duties in accordance with the office’s goals and objectives and applicable local, state, and federal laws, as well as administrative duties. The position provides courtroom and facility security, patrols to protect life and property, responds to emergencies and requests for assistance, investigates suspicious or illegal activity, and takes appropriate enforcement action. It serves civil process and warrants, transports prisoners, works with other officers and agencies, and communicates with attorneys, plaintiffs, victims, court staff, and the public. The Deputy Constable also prepares reports and records, responds to public inquiries, and may support outreach, presentations, training, and operational improvements. The role requires a current Texas peace officer license, a Basic Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate from TCOLE, at least one year of peace-officer experience, and 12 college credit hours from an accredited college. A Texas driver’s license applicable to the job must be held or obtained by the hire date, and the driving record must be acceptable to the County of El Paso. A personal mobile smart device is required by the hire start date for access to County systems. Continuing education in Civil Process and other education mandated by statute is required. The Deputy Constable must provide weapon(s) as specified by the Constable and may face a high risk of bodily injury or death. The job may require evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, work exceeding 40 hours per week, and 24-hour on-call availability. As a County employee, the incumbent is designated a Disaster Service Worker during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train for or perform emergency services.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Basic Peace Officer Proficiency Certificate from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
At least one year of experience as a peace officer.
At least 12 college credit hours from an accredited college.
Current Texas Peace Officer License; must be a licensed TCOLE Peace Officer.
Must have or obtain by the date of hire a Texas driver’s license applicable to job responsibilities and maintain a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.
Personal mobile smart device required by the hire start date to access County networks and systems.
Complete continuing education on Civil Process and other education mandated by statute.
Pass a criminal background check.
Knowledge of law enforcement and security operations; Texas peace-officer responsibilities; relevant Texas codes and laws; the court system; first aid and CPR; law-enforcement computer, radio, and telephone systems; evacuation plans; customer service; English usage; interpersonal communication; and modern office procedures and computer equipment, including Windows and Microsoft products.
Ability to use necessary force to retain or defend the public; pursue violators on foot over rough terrain and obstacles; physically subdue and restrain aggressive violators; safely operate a motor vehicle and mobile radio in normal and emergency conditions; and competently discharge a firearm with either hand.
Ability to hear normal conversations, alarms, and radio transmissions; plan and execute work independently and as a team member; prioritize tasks; manage time; make sound decisions quickly; and work accurately under pressure and stressful conditions.
Ability to read and interpret rules, instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; operate a personal computer and standard office equipment; prepare and maintain records and filing systems; and communicate effectively orally and in writing, including presentations, media interviews, and clear incident reports.
Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public, calculate figures and amounts, and establish and maintain cooperative relationships.
Provide regular and reliable attendance; work well in a team-oriented environment; treat employees and customers courteously and respectfully; maintain strict confidentiality; support the department and County organizations; and uphold customer-service excellence.
Must provide own weapon(s) as specified by the Constable.
Must be able to work evenings, weekend shifts, holidays, and more than 40 hours during the workweek, and remain on call 24 hours a day.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide security and bailiff services at Justice Court facilities and in courtrooms, including screening participants, escorting jury panels, and assisting defendants, witnesses, attorneys, and visitors.
Use security equipment and personnel surveillance to monitor courtroom occupants, and take into custody persons remanded to jail by the court.
Execute assigned civil process and serve legal papers and court orders, including writs, subpoenas, and other designated documents.
Research addresses and contact information, maintain service logs, return court documents to the proper jurisdiction, collect garnishment funds and issue receipts, and submit written case-disposition reports.
Maintain peace and enforce local, state, and federal laws, including issuing citations, making arrests, serving criminal warrants, preparing incident reports, and bringing violators before a magistrate.
Coordinate with other officers on civil process, arrest warrants, criminal investigations, and related law-enforcement duties; serve warrants and transport prisoners to jail.
Contact and coordinate with attorneys, plaintiffs, applicants, victims, other agencies, and the public regarding legal documents, investigations, and related matters.
Patrol to protect life and property; respond to emergencies and requests for assistance; investigate suspicious persons or situations, hazards, and unusual or illegal activity; and arrest, detain, search, and control offenders lawfully.
Interact with citizens and help prevent disputes from escalating; assist with outreach programs, presentations, training, and events as needed.
Prepare incident reports and administrative forms, maintain activity logs and records, and compile statistics and other data.
Assist the public with information and directions in court or County facilities, and respond to inquiries as a liaison to other agencies and the public.
Assist with development and improvement of department procedures as needed.
Substitute for the immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences when assigned, performing delegated duties to maintain normal operations.
Attend meetings, training, and information sessions and stay current on developments in the field.
Provide excellent customer service, work cooperatively with others, and participate in training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, technical, and safety skills.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including emergency services as directed during a proclaimed emergency.