Deputy Sheriff - A Train

Denton County•Denton, TX

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About The Position

The Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement work to protect the lives, property, and rights of County residents. The role involves law enforcement or jail duties in a specific area of assignment. Depending on assignment, duties may include serving civil process papers, responding to complaint calls, patrolling the County in an official vehicle to deter crime or apprehend suspects, serving warrants and making arrests, and transporting prisoners. Specific duties vary by assignment, and the employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work. For the train assignment, the Deputy Sheriff monitors passengers to maintain a safe, secure, and peaceful environment; responds to and de-escalates disturbances; assists during emergencies; monitors surveillance systems; maintains a visible presence; supports ticket and fare-policy compliance; reports mechanical or safety issues and operational disruptions; and prepares incident reports and takes enforcement actions as necessary.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
A minimum of one year of experience in a related field if assigned to Community Relations.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Certification as a peace officer in the State of Texas is required.
Must complete a fingerprint-based criminal history and background investigation and meet applicable CJIS and TCOLE requirements.
Must meet applicable requirements for TCOLE licensure and CJIS access.

Responsibilities

Enforce state and applicable federal laws.
Provide law enforcement services to residents and respond to service requests.
Prepare documentation and reports in a timely manner.
Monitor train passengers to help maintain a safe, secure, and peaceful environment.
Respond to and de-escalate disturbances or conflicts among passengers.
Assist during medical emergencies, evacuations, accidents, and other emergencies.
Use surveillance systems to monitor train and station areas for potential threats or hazards.
Maintain a visible presence throughout the train to deter crime or inappropriate behavior.
Ensure compliance with ticketing and fare collection policies.
Assist with ticket verification and check for valid travel passes.
Report mechanical issues, safety hazards, or operational disruptions to appropriate authorities.
Prepare incident reports and take necessary enforcement actions, including arrests, citations, or warnings.
Perform other related duties as required.