Part-Time Deputy Constable - Security

Job Title : Constable Deputy

Employer : Brazoria County

Salary : $23.29 - $27.81 Hourly

Location : 2436 S Grand Blvd Pearland, TX

Job Type : Part Time

Job Number : 2315

Department : Constable-Precinct 3

Opening Date : 10 / 16 / 2025

Description

Under general supervision, they provide law enforcement activities within the County. Directly responsible for the security of the Justice Courts while in session and overall security of Brazoria County annexes and properties, buildings, employees and citizens.

Example Of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodation will be made as required. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• May perform patrol and traffic control as assigned.
• Shall perform security sweeps of the Justice Court building premises each morning and at the end of each day; additionally, they perform a security sweep of the courtroom prior to, and after, all court dockets. Random searches of premises may also be performed as needed.
• Deputies shall ensure the judge and court staff is never without armed protection whenever court is in session and is never to leave the court room for any reason besides an emergency that requires the deputy to act immediately.
• Deputies shall not leave the court room to perform clerical related duties.
• Deputies shall always remain in view of all courtroom attendees.
• Deputies will staff a courtroom security checkpoint consisting of a Walk-Through metal detector and may also require use a hand-held wand detector. Additionally, they will inspect all purses, bags, wallets, etc. prior to permitting anyone to enter the courtroom. Anyone exiting the courtroom is required to go back through security process upon returning.
• Deputies assist citizens by answering questions, and directing them where they need to go
• Transports offenders when circumstances dictate, processes documentation regarding transportation.
• Performs warrant service; contacts defendants to advise them of the status of outstanding traffic warrants.
• Provides judicial office duties and court room security for the Justice courts; maintains order, makes necessary arrests in court; aids attorneys, plaintiffs and defendants within the court.
• Receives civil and criminal documents from courts, law firms and the public; performs data entry prior to service of such documents.
• Executes civil processes issued by any court.
• Conducts property seizures with property owners, attorneys, landlords and other parties.
• May conduct traffic stops; issues citations and / or warnings; assist stranded motorists.
• Assists in emergency and disaster situations, at the requests or activation of Emergency Management.
• Serves as a liaison with local, state and federal law enforcement and / or criminal justice agencies.
• Works with school districts, law enforcement agencies, county and state agencies and civic groups as necessary.
• May need to interview witnesses, victims and suspects.
• Serves subpoenas, writs and arrest warrants.
• Receives criminal warrants from the courts and apprehends / assists in the apprehension of named suspects.
• Performs research of various databases for current addresses of violators who have outstanding warrants; mails warrant notification cards.
• Prepares and submits requested reports of activities.
• Oversee routine vehicle and equipment maintenance, radio and computer programming or updates.
• Serves on special committees or task forces as assigned and may assist in organizing and preparing for community events.
• Inspect departmental equipment and supplies to ensure proper operation and availability. Maintain walk-through and wand metal detector. Ensure metal detector is charged and properly calibrated.

Qualifications

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