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The County of Hidalgo

Deputy Constable

elsa, TX

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Job TitleProtects county residents and property, enforces laws and serves legal documents, as appropriate. Depending on the assigned precinct, duties include primarily law enforcement and patrol or execution of civil and criminal processes.Examples Of Work PerformedServe warrants and make arrests.Patrols an assigned area, generally by vehicle to prevent crimes and enforces 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 record of activities and prepare reports concerning crimes, complaints, accidents and investigations.Questions witnesses and suspects and take statements.Gathers and labels evidence, takes photographs and fingerprints, guard and transports prisoners, and testifies in court.Transports and books prisoners.Serve as substitute dispatcher or bailiff as required.Train new deputies and reserves in performance of various job duties.Respond to emergency calls and routine complaints and takes action as necessary.May assist emergency vehicles on escorts and on traffic control.Regular attendance is a must.Ability to work well with others.Performs other duties as may be assigned.Education And ExperienceGraduation from a high school or equivalent (GED).One (1) year of law enforcement experience.Experience as a dispatcher or peace officer.Must have good computer skills.Bilingual (Spanish and English) with the ability to converse fluently in both languages.Certificates, Licenses and Registration:Must possess basic certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).May be required to be certified as a Jailer or Radar Operator.Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier.Clean driving record.May be required to post a bond or security.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesAbility to understand and follow written and oral instructions, departmental policy, rules, regulations and laws.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement officials, agencies and the general public.Ability to analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and reasonable course of action.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.May be required to type accurately at a speed of at least forty (40) words per minute.Employee may be assigned other duties in addition to those listed; duties may change according to the changing needs of County.

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elsa, TX, 78543, US

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