Part-Time - Deputy - SMAG

Summary

Employer

Harris County Sheriff's Office

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Regular Part-Time

Job Number

2026-01345-E

Department

Special Enforcement

Division

Maritime Tactical Operations Section

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

THIS IS A PART-TIME TEMPORARY POSITION THIS POSITION MAY END AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT

The deputy willbe part of a specialized unit responsible for monitoring and maintaining security on land and waterside areas of the Houston Ship Channel Security District under the general supervision of the HCSO SMAG Sergeant. The assignment will be inside the United States Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston building, located at 13411 Hillard St., Houston, Texas 77034 Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Views, records, and gathers information from video feeds, which are strategically placed on the landside and waterside throughout the Houston Ship ChannelSecurity District.
• Compiles and disseminates intelligence gathered to the HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military.
• Assists the HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military with intelligence requests.
• Maintains equipment assigned to the SMAG unit.
• Completes and enters reports associated with the assignment.
• Performs other assignments and duties as required and/or necessary.

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be an honorably retired Peace Officer.
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in law enforcement, record management, or a related field.
• Must have an active TCOLE Peace Officer License.
• Basic Peace Officer License (minimum).
• Basic understanding of electronics, digital audio/video equipment.
• Must protect sensitive/confidential information.
• Must have an excellent attendance record.

Knowledge of:

• The Texas Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedures.
• Basic understanding of computers, electronics, and digital audio/video equipment.

Skilled In:

• Demonstration of proficiency in the use of Superion/ARS, JWEB, JOTS, and other computer programs.
• Superion/ARS, JWEB, JOTS, and be able to submit Superion or other reports you completed.

Ability to:

• Obtain a secret clearance through the Department of Homeland Security. Any credit issues or judgments will disqualify a person.
• For call-out assignments or extended duty hours in case of an emergency.
• Maintain professional relationships with HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military.
• Communicate via radio, telephone, email, and text message (Bridge4PS platform) with personnel assigned to the HCSO Marine Division, the City of Houston, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and the United States Coast Guard who patrol the Houston Ship Channel.
• Accept, attend, and complete additional training associated with this assignment.
• Work the day shift, evening shift, or night shift.

PREFERENCES

• Previous patrol/investigative assignment
• Advanced understanding of video and computers and must be able to demonstrate advanced understanding
• Bilingual
• Currently hold or have held a secret clearance

GENERAL INFORMATION

THIS IS A PART-TIME TEMPORARY POSITION THIS POSITION MAY END AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT

• Applicant submission of the Job Request Packet does not guarantee an interview.
• To qualify for this position, the required experience, education, and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history.
• Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume for qualifications.
• Experience obtained while in the military must also be included as part of your employment history on the application.

Important Information: Harris County Sheriff's Office employees are exposed to confidential and law-enforcement-sensitive information. A thorough background investigation is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. You must provide accurate information in all aspects of the process. The process will end for applicants who fail to provide truthful information. Benefits: This is a part-time temporary position without benefits. Hours:

• A minimum of 20 hours per week with a maximum of 30 hours per week.
• Hours are based on the needs of the department.
• Possibly including Weekends and Holidays.

Location: Houston. Equal Opportunity Statement Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. BENEFITS Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as a defined benefit retirement plan. The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
• 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement pension (TCDRS)
  • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
    • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed. For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website: 01 Are you currently a retired Peace Officer from any Law Enforcement Agency?

• Yes
• No

02 Which of the following best describes your years of experience as a Peace Officer with any Law Enforcement Agency? Per TCOLE (32) Honorably Retired Peace Officer: an un-appointed person with a Texas Peace Officer license who has a cumulative total of 15 years of full-time service as a Peace Officer. An Honorably Retired Peace Officer does not carry any Peace Officer authority.

• Less than (15) fifteen years
• (15) fifteen years but less than (16) sixteen years
• More than (16) sixteen years
• Not Applicable

03 Do you have the ability to obtain a secret clearance through the Department of Homeland Security? * * Any credit issues or judgments will disqualify a person.

• Yes
• No

04 Do you have the ability for call-out assignments or extended duty hours in case of an emergency?

• Yes
• No

05 Which of the following best describes your active TCOLE Peace Officer License level?

• Basic Peace Officer
• Intermediate Peace Officer
• Advanced Peace Officer
• Master Peace Officer
• Not Applicable

06 Regarding this position, do any of the following apply to you? Click all that apply.

• Previous patrol/investigative assignment
• Advanced understanding of video and computers and must be able to demonstrate advanced understanding
• Bilingual
• Currently hold or have held a secret clearance
• Not Applicable

07 Employees of the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) are exposed to confidential and law enforcement sensitive information. A thorough background investigation is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. For this reason, it is essential that you provide accurate information in all aspects of the process. The process will end for applicants who fail to provide truthful information. The following questions address information required to start the pre-qualifying requirements of the recruitment process. All information obtained herein will be used for purposes of initiating a background investigation only. Additional questionnaires will be required at later stages of the application process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.

• I have read the above statement and understand that by submitting this application I agree to be subject to a background investigation including but not limited to education, employment, driving record, criminal history, financial responsibility, or any such areas of investigation deemed reasonable and justifiable for purpose of employment with the HCSO.

08 Please provide your full name (Last Name, First Name, Middle Name (no initials) 09 Please provide your date of birth. (MM/DD/YYYY) 10 Please provide your place of birth (city, county, state, and country) 11 Please Provide your Social Security Number (SSN) 12 Please provide your current driver's license or state-issued ID number, state, and expiration date. If you do not have a driver's license please enter N/A. 13 Have you ever....? Please select all that apply.

• Been Convicted of a felony
• Been accused/charged with a felony that was dismissed, received deferred adjudication and/or probation
• Been convicted of a Class A misdemeanor, or the equivalent
• Been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, or the equivalent within the last 10 years
• Been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, or the equivalent over 10 years ago from today's date
• Been accused/charged with a Class B misdemeanor or equivalent that was dismissed, received deferred adjudication and/or probation
• Been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces
• None of the above

14 Please explain your answer below. Include the type of offense, date charged and date of discharge. Type "N/A" if not applicable 15 The Harris County Sheriff's Office has a strict policy on drug usage. If selected you will be required to take a pre-employment drug screening. All HCSO employees are also subject to random drug testing during the course of their employment. Please answer the following drug use related questions truthfully, the admittance of past drug use will not necessarily prevent you from future employment with the HCSO.

• I acknowledge the HCSO has a strict drug use policy and that I will be subjected to a drug screening at some point in the recruitment process.

16 Have you ever sold/distributed illegal substances? (e.g. marijuana, prescription drugs, crack, meth, etc.)

• Yes
• Never

17 If you answered yes, please explain what kind of illegal substance you sold/distributed and the date you last did. If you answered "never", please type N/A. 18 Have you ever used any form of marijuana?

• Yes
• No

19 If yes, please explain and provide the date (day, month and year) of the last time you used marijuana. Type "N/A" if not applicable. 20 How many times have you used a prescription drug not prescribed to you?

• Once
• 2 or 3 times
• 4 or 5 times
• 6 or 7 times
• 8 or 9 times
• 10 or more times
• Weekly
• Monthly
• Never

21 When was the last possible date that you used a prescription drug not prescribed to you? Provide a specific date or at least month and year Type "N/A" if not applicable 22 Have you ever used any of the following drugs? (Select all that apply)

• Speed (Crystal meth, meth, crank, etc.)
• Cocaine
• LSD
• X.T.C. (Ecstasy)
• Heroine
• Steroids
• Opium
• Other illegal substances
• None of the above

23 If yes, please list the substance used and last possible date (day, month, year) you used any form of illegal drugs. Type "N/A" if not applicable 24 An Applicant must be willing to accept any assignment or shift within the Sheriff's Office, to include working on weekends and holidays, as well as additional shifts as needed. Are you willing to work any shift or hours assigned to you?

• Yes
• No

25 Submitting a complete application is the key to successful recruitment. Please read the following requirements carefully and ensure you have provided/documented all required information. 1) Complete employment history is required to be eligible for consideration. Your application's "Employment History" section must include all work history for the past 7 years or all available work history if you have been working for less than 7 years. Begin with your current (or most recent) job. Include full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal, military assignments and unpaid internships. Periods of unemployment between jobs should also be listed. Type "Unemployed" in the employer's box and list the dates you were unemployed. 2) Complete education history is required. The "Education History" section must list all High Schools attended, as well as all Colleges or Universities if applicable. List name of the school, location (city and state), and dates attended. SUBMITTING AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION WILL CAUSE DELAYS IN PROCESSING YOUR APPLICATION OR EVEN DISQUALIFICATION.

• I have reviewed my application and verified I have completed all required "Employment History" on this application.
• I have reviewed my application and verified I have completed all required "Education History" on this application.

* Required Question

EmployerHarris County Sheriff's OfficeAddress5749 South Loop East Houston, Texas, 77033Phone713-877-5250Website

Job Description

Employer

Harris County Sheriff's Office

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Regular Part-Time

Job Number

2026-01345-E

Department

Special Enforcement

Division

Maritime Tactical Operations Section

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

THIS IS A PART-TIME TEMPORARY POSITION THIS POSITION MAY END AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT

The deputy willbe part of a specialized unit responsible for monitoring and maintaining security on land and waterside areas of the Houston Ship Channel Security District under the general supervision of the HCSO SMAG Sergeant. The assignment will be inside the United States Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston building, located at 13411 Hillard St., Houston, Texas 77034 Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Views, records, and gathers information from video feeds, which are strategically placed on the landside and waterside throughout the Houston Ship ChannelSecurity District.
• Compiles and disseminates intelligence gathered to the HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military.
• Assists the HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military with intelligence requests.
• Maintains equipment assigned to the SMAG unit.
• Completes and enters reports associated with the assignment.
• Performs other assignments and duties as required and/or necessary.

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be an honorably retired Peace Officer.
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in law enforcement, record management, or a related field.
• Must have an active TCOLE Peace Officer License.
• Basic Peace Officer License (minimum).
• Basic understanding of electronics, digital audio/video equipment.
• Must protect sensitive/confidential information.
• Must have an excellent attendance record.

Knowledge of:

• The Texas Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedures.
• Basic understanding of computers, electronics, and digital audio/video equipment.

Skilled In:

• Demonstration of proficiency in the use of Superion/ARS, JWEB, JOTS, and other computer programs.
• Superion/ARS, JWEB, JOTS, and be able to submit Superion or other reports you completed.

Ability to:

• Obtain a secret clearance through the Department of Homeland Security. Any credit issues or judgments will disqualify a person.
• For call-out assignments or extended duty hours in case of an emergency.
• Maintain professional relationships with HCSO, other law enforcement agencies, and the military.
• Communicate via radio, telephone, email, and text message (Bridge4PS platform) with personnel assigned to the HCSO Marine Division, the City of Houston, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and the United States Coast Guard who patrol the Houston Ship Channel.
• Accept, attend, and complete additional training associated with this assignment.
• Work the day shift, evening shift, or night shift.

PREFERENCES

• Previous patrol/investigative assignment
• Advanced understanding of video and computers and must be able to demonstrate advanced understanding
• Bilingual
• Currently hold or have held a secret clearance

GENERAL INFORMATION

THIS IS A PART-TIME TEMPORARY POSITION THIS POSITION MAY END AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT

• Applicant submission of the Job Request Packet does not guarantee an interview.
• To qualify for this position, the required experience, education, and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history.
• Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume for qualifications.
• Experience obtained while in the military must also be included as part of your employment history on the application.

Important Information: Harris County Sheriff's Office employees are exposed to confidential and law-enforcement-sensitive information. A thorough background investigation is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. You must provide accurate information in all aspects of the process. The process will end for applicants who fail to provide truthful information. Benefits: This is a part-time temporary position without benefits. Hours:

• A minimum of 20 hours per week with a maximum of 30 hours per week.
• Hours are based on the needs of the department.
• Possibly including Weekends and Holidays.

Location: Houston. Equal Opportunity Statement Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. BENEFITS Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as a defined benefit retirement plan. The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
• 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement pension (TCDRS)
  • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
    • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed. For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website: 01 Are you currently a retired Peace Officer from any Law Enforcement Agency?

• Yes
• No

02 Which of the following best describes your years of experience as a Peace Officer with any Law Enforcement Agency? Per TCOLE (32) Honorably Retired Peace Officer: an un-appointed person with a Texas Peace Officer license who has a cumulative total of 15 years of full-time service as a Peace Officer. An Honorably Retired Peace Officer does not carry any Peace Officer authority.

• Less than (15) fifteen years
• (15) fifteen years but less than (16) sixteen years
• More than (16) sixteen years
• Not Applicable

03 Do you have the ability to obtain a secret clearance through the Department of Homeland Security? * * Any credit issues or judgments will disqualify a person.

• Yes
• No

04 Do you have the ability for call-out assignments or extended duty hours in case of an emergency?

• Yes
• No

05 Which of the following best describes your active TCOLE Peace Officer License level?

• Basic Peace Officer
• Intermediate Peace Officer
• Advanced Peace Officer
• Master Peace Officer
• Not Applicable

06 Regarding this position, do any of the following apply to you? Click all that apply.

• Previous patrol/investigative assignment
• Advanced understanding of video and computers and must be able to demonstrate advanced understanding
• Bilingual
• Currently hold or have held a secret clearance
• Not Applicable

07 Employees of the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) are exposed to confidential and law enforcement sensitive information. A thorough background investigation is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. For this reason, it is essential that you provide accurate information in all aspects of the process. The process will end for applicants who fail to provide truthful information. The following questions address information required to start the pre-qualifying requirements of the recruitment process. All information obtained herein will be used for purposes of initiating a background investigation only. Additional questionnaires will be required at later stages of the application process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.

• I have read the above statement and understand that by submitting this application I agree to be subject to a background investigation including but not limited to education, employment, driving record, criminal history, financial responsibility, or any such areas of investigation deemed reasonable and justifiable for purpose of employment with the HCSO.

08 Please provide your full name (Last Name, First Name, Middle Name (no initials) 09 Please provide your date of birth. (MM/DD/YYYY) 10 Please provide your place of birth (city, county, state, and country) 11 Please Provide your Social Security Number (SSN) 12 Please provide your current driver's license or state-issued ID number, state, and expiration date. If you do not have a driver's license please enter N/A. 13 Have you ever....? Please select all that apply.

• Been Convicted of a felony
• Been accused/charged with a felony that was dismissed, received deferred adjudication and/or probation
• Been convicted of a Class A misdemeanor, or the equivalent
• Been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, or the equivalent within the last 10 years
• Been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, or the equivalent over 10 years ago from today's date
• Been accused/charged with a Class B misdemeanor or equivalent that was dismissed, received deferred adjudication and/or probation
• Been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces
• None of the above

14 Please explain your answer below. Include the type of offense, date charged and date of discharge. Type "N/A" if not applicable 15 The Harris County Sheriff's Office has a strict policy on drug usage. If selected you will be required to take a pre-employment drug screening. All HCSO employees are also subject to random drug testing during the course of their employment. Please answer the following drug use related questions truthfully, the admittance of past drug use will not necessarily prevent you from future employment with the HCSO.

• I acknowledge the HCSO has a strict drug use policy and that I will be subjected to a drug screening at some point in the recruitment process.

16 Have you ever sold/distributed illegal substances? (e.g. marijuana, prescription drugs, crack, meth, etc.)

• Yes
• Never

17 If you answered yes, please explain what kind of illegal substance you sold/distributed and the date you last did. If you answered "never", please type N/A. 18 Have you ever used any form of marijuana?

• Yes
• No

19 If yes, please explain and provide the date (day, month and year) of the last time you used marijuana. Type "N/A" if not applicable. 20 How many times have you used a prescription drug not prescribed to you?

• Once
• 2 or 3 times
• 4 or 5 times
• 6 or 7 times
• 8 or 9 times
• 10 or more times
• Weekly
• Monthly
• Never

21 When was the last possible date that you used a prescription drug not prescribed to you? Provide a specific date or at least month and year Type "N/A" if not applicable 22 Have you ever used any of the following drugs? (Select all that apply)

• Speed (Crystal meth, meth, crank, etc.)
• Cocaine
• LSD
• X.T.C. (Ecstasy)
• Heroine
• Steroids
• Opium
• Other illegal substances
• None of the above

23 If yes, please list the substance used and last possible date (day, month, year) you used any form of illegal drugs. Type "N/A" if not applicable 24 An Applicant must be willing to accept any assignment or shift within the Sheriff's Office, to include working on weekends and holidays, as well as additional shifts as needed. Are you willing to work any shift or hours assigned to you?

• Yes
• No

25 Submitting a complete application is the key to successful recruitment. Please read the following requirements carefully and ensure you have provided/documented all required information. 1) Complete employment history is required to be eligible for consideration. Your application's "Employment History" section must include all work history for the past 7 years or all available work history if you have been working for less than 7 years. Begin with your current (or most recent) job. Include full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal, military assignments and unpaid internships. Periods of unemployment between jobs should also be listed. Type "Unemployed" in the employer's box and list the dates you were unemployed. 2) Complete education history is required. The "Education History" section must list all High Schools attended, as well as all Colleges or Universities if applicable. List name of the school, location (city and state), and dates attended. SUBMITTING AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION WILL CAUSE DELAYS IN PROCESSING YOUR APPLICATION OR EVEN DISQUALIFICATION.

• I have reviewed my application and verified I have completed all required "Employment History" on this application.
• I have reviewed my application and verified I have completed all required "Education History" on this application.

* Required Question

EmployerHarris County Sheriff's OfficeAddress5749 South Loop East Houston, Texas, 77033Phone713-877-5250Website