About this opportunity
Hays County, TX lists this Reserve Deputy Constable opportunity in san marcos, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Deputy ConstableUnder close supervision, the Deputy Constable executes criminal arrest warrants, and civil process throughout the County and works traffic as workload permits. This position enforces all civil and criminal laws of the State of Texas and Hays County. The Deputy Constable assists other agencies to protect the citizens of Hays County and anyone traveling through Hays County. This position affects the economic and social well being of the citizens of Hays County.Individuals in this position serve at the pleasure of the current elected official.ResponsibilitiesServes civil papers and executes warrants.Assists new officers in the field and in training the proper procedure for serving civil process to an individual or group.Provides public assistance to the general public.Assists as a bailiff for the Justice of the Peace.Provides traffic enforcement as requested.Participates in training as assigned on subjects such as state and local criminal, civil and traffic laws, and traffic enforcement, including vehicle stop and approach techniques, and the proper use of radar units.Effectively utilizes resources available to perform the job.Maintains TCOLE certification through approved training.Assures the services delivered by the Constable's office meet quality and timeliness standards.Enforces traffic laws including school zones, construction zones, subdivisions and County roads.Follows up on cases being investigated and assists other agencies and testifies in courts as needed.Maintains patrol vehicle and equipment issued.Maintains a high profile in the community and participates in community outreach and education programs as required by the Constable.Observes activities and initiates appropriate actions while on patrol.Responds to major traffic accidents and assists medical personnel as needed.Performs civil standby to ensure no violence occurs between members of the public.Answers civil questions and assists public with non-law enforcement related problems.Attends and participates in public meetings as requested by the public or assigned by the Constable.Executes warrants on wanted persons and extradites wanted persons from other jails.Other duties as assigned.Education and/or ExperienceAny equivalent combination of experience or training may be substituted on a year for year basis. Requires High School diploma or GED. Requires 3 to 5 years of law enforcement experience.Other Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsClass C Drivers License.May be required to possess a Class M (Motorcycle) Drivers License.Certification as a peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.Ability to maintain firearms proficiency.Ability to maintain continuing education requirements for the State of Texas.
Worksite address
san marcos, TX, 78666, US
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