Deputy Sheriff - Transport - Sheriff

DENTON COUNTY, TX
401 W. Hickory, Denton, Texas 76201 United States  View Map
Posted: Jan 24, 2025
  • Salary: $69,688.00 - $80,838.00 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Job Description

    Description

    THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.

    The Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement work to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens of the County. Work involves performing law enforcement or jail duties in a specific area of assignment. This position may serve civil process papers, such as summons, writs of possession, foreclosures, executions, claim and delivery, restraining orders; answer complaint calls and patrol the County in an official vehicle to deter crime or apprehend violators or suspects; serve warrants and make warrant arrests; and/or performing various procedures associated with transporting prisoners for the Sheriff's Department. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work.

    Examples of Duties

    Enforces all the laws of the state and applicable federal laws.

    Provides law enforcement services to residents and responds to service requests.

    Prepares documentation and reports in a timely manner.

    Regular and punctual attendance is required.
    Escorts inmates from jail to the various county and district courts.

    Picks up prisoners from the adjacent county jails being held on county warrants.

    Takes into custody persons arriving at the courthouse with outstanding warrants or persons with outstanding warrants.

    Delivers selected inmates to various facilities depending on sentence.

    Escorts selected inmates to outside medical appointments.

    Escort federal inmates held at the county jail to federal court facilities out of town.

    Serves warrants as necessary.

    Trains other officers in weapons use and jail transportation techniques and processes.

    Performs other related duties as required

    Minimum Qualifications

    CERTIFICATION AS A PEACE OFFICER IN THE STATE OF TEXAS REQUIRED.

    High School graduation or GED.

    Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.

    Must be a U.S. citizen.
    Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Jailer license within 180 days of appointment (Tex. Occ. Code § 1701.301; 37 Tex. Admin. Code § 217.27) required.

    Supplemental Information

    To ensure proper delivery of emails please add jobs@dentoncounty.gov to your email safe list.

    Denton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more.

    *Note: These benefits are not includedfor Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee.

    Denton Countyis an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status.

    https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

    https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf

    Family Medical Leave:Denton Countyemployees who have been employed for one year and who have worked 1250 hours in the preceding year may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of FMLA leave.
    The FMLA provides for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave
    • for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child for foster care
    • to care for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious health condition
    • for an employee with a serious health condition
    Employees who will be away from work for one of these reasons should contact Human Resources for additional information. When possible, an employee should provide at least 30 days advance notice. In the case of an emergency, notification should be made as soon as possible.

    https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

    https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Denton County
    • Denton County

    Denton County, Texas - Home With a population of just over 859,000, we are one of the fastest growing counties in the country. With that comes myriad development and entertainment opportunities to serve our citizens, as well as the steady stream of visitors to the area.

    Located at the apex of Dallas and Fort Worth triangle, Denton County is a hub of growth and development. We have a pro-business climate, as evidenced by our low tax rate. Our government officials welcome innovative, high-quality development and the opportunity to strengthen the current economic base and create job opportunities, and are committed to an ongoing improvement in the quality of life for our citizens.

    Home to two major universities, with a third under construction, and one junior college, Denton County’s focus on higher education is second to none. Not only does Denton County boast two major highways within close proximity to DFW International Airport, but we are also home to Alliance Airport, the world's first 100% industrial airport designed for cargo and corporate aviation.

    According to a recent CBS News report, of the nine U.S. counties with the strongest economic growth, Denton County ranks number one. In addition, we have a well-educated, skilled workforce, and an abundance of land for future development.

    We welcome you to Denton County and invite you to experience all the great things Denton County has to offer – you will not be disappointed!

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