Deputy Constable

Summary

Description Description Summary: Upholds law and order, serves Civil and Criminal papers on behalf of court, and acts as Bailiff for Justice of the Peace Courts within jurisdiction.Duties & Responsibilities Essential Job Functions: Serves Civil and Criminal papers as directed by the court including: Civil Citations, TRO's, Subpoenas, Sequestrations, Attachments, etc.; makes arrest of suspects when necessary. Performs Bailiff Duties in Justice of the Peace courts and maintains overall security in the courtroom. Assists all Law Enforcement agencies as required and issues traffic citations as necessary. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.Other Job Functions: Performs other job related duties, as directed.NOTE: The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.Education & Experience Education & Experience: High school diploma/GED; Texas Peace Officer Certification required.Specialized Requirements: Valid Texas drivers license; certified in use of firearms.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of Civil and Criminal codes; knowledge of effective and safe Law Enforcement procedures.Equipment Used: Firearm; dispatch radio; mainframe computer terminal; vehicle.Work Situations/Demands/Efforts: Work requires knowledge of Civil and Criminal codes; independent decision making based on circumstances at times; accurate in details; able to deal with people; employee makes independent decisions and insures enforcement of laws; driving indicates exposure to potential traffic hazards; exposure to potential danger; must observe appropriate precautions. Work is stressful, requires walking, irregular hours and working alone.Working Conditions: Work place is diversified and work is performed in open area that is climate controlled and open to public and office traffic, in a vehicle, as well as outdoors where exposure to undesirable weather and/or life threatening situations is possible.Physical Requirements: Work requires long periods of sitting both in a vehicle and in court during hearings; employee repeatedly gets in and out of vehicle; work requires physical fitness to effect arrests (both simple and combative); requires lifting and/or moving objects such as appliances, pianos, stereo equipment, and various other household items; also requires bending, stooping, and laying on the floor in order to obtain serial numbers from household items.Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer. The County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status (disabled), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or political affiliation in employment or the provision of services. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance, contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 839-2391, or for the hearing impaired, through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to 1225 Pearl St., Suite 201 Beaumont, Texas 77701.We offer a complete benefits package to all full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, prescription drug coverage, Employee Assistance Program, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, and use of the Employee Health Clinic.For more information, please visit our benefits page at

Job Description

Description Description Summary: Upholds law and order, serves Civil and Criminal papers on behalf of court, and acts as Bailiff for Justice of the Peace Courts within jurisdiction.Duties & Responsibilities Essential Job Functions: Serves Civil and Criminal papers as directed by the court including: Civil Citations, TRO's, Subpoenas, Sequestrations, Attachments, etc.; makes arrest of suspects when necessary. Performs Bailiff Duties in Justice of the Peace courts and maintains overall security in the courtroom. Assists all Law Enforcement agencies as required and issues traffic citations as necessary. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.Other Job Functions: Performs other job related duties, as directed.NOTE: The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.Education & Experience Education & Experience: High school diploma/GED; Texas Peace Officer Certification required.Specialized Requirements: Valid Texas drivers license; certified in use of firearms.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of Civil and Criminal codes; knowledge of effective and safe Law Enforcement procedures.Equipment Used: Firearm; dispatch radio; mainframe computer terminal; vehicle.Work Situations/Demands/Efforts: Work requires knowledge of Civil and Criminal codes; independent decision making based on circumstances at times; accurate in details; able to deal with people; employee makes independent decisions and insures enforcement of laws; driving indicates exposure to potential traffic hazards; exposure to potential danger; must observe appropriate precautions. Work is stressful, requires walking, irregular hours and working alone.Working Conditions: Work place is diversified and work is performed in open area that is climate controlled and open to public and office traffic, in a vehicle, as well as outdoors where exposure to undesirable weather and/or life threatening situations is possible.Physical Requirements: Work requires long periods of sitting both in a vehicle and in court during hearings; employee repeatedly gets in and out of vehicle; work requires physical fitness to effect arrests (both simple and combative); requires lifting and/or moving objects such as appliances, pianos, stereo equipment, and various other household items; also requires bending, stooping, and laying on the floor in order to obtain serial numbers from household items.Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer. The County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status (disabled), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or political affiliation in employment or the provision of services. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance, contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 839-2391, or for the hearing impaired, through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to 1225 Pearl St., Suite 201 Beaumont, Texas 77701.We offer a complete benefits package to all full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, prescription drug coverage, Employee Assistance Program, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, and use of the Employee Health Clinic.For more information, please visit our benefits page at