Detention Deputy-Sheriff's Office

Fort Bend County • Richmond, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Fort Bend County is seeking a Detention Deputy for the Sheriff's Office. This role may be assigned duties in Transport, Utility, Food Service, and Bailiff Department. The Detention Deputy is responsible for maintaining custody and providing a safe environment for inmates and staff. The position involves conducting regular checks, searches, classifying inmates, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with facility rules and regulations. The county emphasizes a commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and a high quality of life for its employees and residents.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Applicant must currently hold a Basic (or higher) TCOLE Peace Officer Certification; or at time of application be enrolled in a Texas Basic Police Academy and be eligible to take the TCOLE Peace Officer Licensing Exam within 45 days.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Must have TCOLE Approved Firearms qualifications within the last 12 months.
• Must maintain all requirements to be licensed as a peace officer under TCOLE rules.
• Must obtain and maintain TCOLE Basic Jailer Certification per TCOLE rules within the first year of employment.
• Must have ability to work rotating shifts.
• All applicants must schedule and complete the Nelson-Denny Reading Test prior to moving forward in the hiring process.
• Applicants MUST contact the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources to schedule the test before proceeding.

Nice To Haves

• One year experience in a law enforcement agency performing peace officer, telecommunication, or correctional officer duties; or 2 years military service with an honorable discharge; or 30 semester credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Conducts head count and door checks on a regular basis.
• Conducts strip searches as needed.
• Classifies incoming inmates, fingerprints, and completes required paperwork.
• Restrains inmates as needed in any confrontation with staff or other inmates.
• Maintains custody while providing a safe environment.
• Maintains facility and grounds as assigned.
• Assists in supervision of recreational activities.
• Supervises feeding and hygiene activities of inmates.
• Supervises law library as assigned.
• Inspects cell visually and recognizes inmates requiring reclassification based upon physical or mental state.
• Prepares reports as required on activities, incidents, shakedowns, searches, and other functions.
• Files criminal charges on inmates found to be in violation of penal code laws.
• Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties.
• Serves as interpreter for non-English speaking inmates, if bilingual.
• Logs inmate activities and departmental services to inmates as litigation prevention.
• Notifies supervisor when criminal activity, contraband or escape attempts are detected.
• Recognizes signs of physical abuse and communicates to Medical Officer on duty.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Benefits

• All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
• Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

What This Job Offers

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