Deputy Constable, Part Time, Constable Pct. 1

Job Summary

This position performs criminal warrant and civil process service, court bailiff, court security, school security, patrol, and specialized duties as assigned.

Major Duties

Serves civil process papers, to include citations, summons, subpoenas, writs, forcible detainers, and restraining and protective orders.

Serves misdemeanor and felony warrants; makes arrests of individuals or provides backup to other agencies in making arrests.

Reviews civil papers and warrants for proper and complete information.

Serves as bailiff during court sessions; introduces the judge, provides court security, and takes control and custody of prisoners.

Enforces traffic laws; issues citations; directs traffic as needed.

Transports prisoners.

Provides assistance to citizens with disabled vehicles.

Patrols assigned areas to detect and deter crime.

Assists other law enforcement agency personnel as needed.

Serves on specialized task forces as assigned.

Performs any other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of civil and criminal processes.
• Knowledge of departmental and county policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Knowledge of county geography.
• Skill in the use of firearms and restraint equipment.
• Skill in operating emergency vehicles.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in the preparation of clear and precise administrative reports.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Minimum Qualifications

Supplemental Information

Complexity / Scope of Work

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Occasionally

Constantly

Other Requirements / Information