Deputy Constable

Individuals in this position serve at the pleasure of the current elected official. 

This position is located in the Hays County Government Center

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, include the responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics listed below.  This list of responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary                                                                                                                     

Under supervision, the Deputy Constable executes criminal arrest warrants and civil process throughout the County. This position enforces all civil, criminal, and traffic laws of the State of Texas and Hays County. The Deputy Constable assists other agencies (e.g., Hays County Sheriff’s Department, San Marcos Police, Buda Police Kyle Police, Texas Highway Patrol, University Police, and other public safety agencies) to protect the citizens of Hays County and anyone traveling through Hays County. This position affects the economic and social well being of the citizens of Hays County.

Deputy Constable – Civil Process and Bailiff Responsibilities                                                                                                            

• Serves civil papers and executes warrants.
• Assists new officers in the field and provides instruction on proper procedure for serving civil process to an individual or group.
• Provides public assistance to the general public.
• Serves as a bailiff for the Justice of the Peace and County Courts at Law.
• Provides traffic enforcement and control.
• Participates in training as assigned on subjects such as state and local criminal, civil and traffic laws, and traffic enforcement, including vehicle stop and approach techniques, and the proper use or radar units.
• Effectively utilizes resources available to perform the job.
• Maintains TCOLE certification through approved training.
• Assures the services delivered by the Constable’s office meet quality and timeliness standards.
• Enforces traffic laws including school zones, construction zones, subdivisions and County roads.
• Prepares written and oral reports and presentations.
• Follows up on cases being investigated and assists other agencies (e.g., Fire, EMS, Department of Public Safety and other public safety agencies) and testifies in courts as needed.
• Maintains patrol vehicle and equipment issued.
• Maintains a high profile in the community and participates in community outreach and education programs as required by the Constable.
• Observes activities and initiates appropriate actions while on patrol.
• Responds to major traffic accidents and assists medical personnel as needed.
• Performs civil standby to ensure no violence occurs between members of the public.
• Answers civil questions and assists public with non-law enforcement related problems.
• Attends and participates in public meetings as requested by the public or assigned by the Constable.
• Executes warrants on wanted persons and extradites wanted persons from other jails.
• Other duties as assigned.

Deputy Constable – Government Center and Courthouse Security Responsibilities

• Opens and closes the Hays County Government Center.
• Controls access throughout and around the facility.
• Observes activities inside and on the grounds of the Hays County Government Center.
• Conducts security screening of visitors using metal detectors, x-ray machines, physical scans and applicable pat downs.
• Collects and secures all unauthorized firearms and other prohibited articles.
• Routinely inspects the building security equipment including doors, metal detectors, surveillance cameras and fire suppression equipment.
• Conducts daily inspections of courtrooms for security and cleanliness.
• Responds to emergency medical, fire and other situations seeking proper remedies for the situation to be concluded.
• Provides first aid, CPR, and AED when necessary.
• Interviews, investigates and documents all applicable incidents in accordance with policy.
• Responds to, investigates, and prepares related reports on complaints such as suspicious vehicles and persons, assaults, thefts, criminal mischief, burglaries, and other incidences at the Hays County Government Center.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Any equivalent combination of experience or training may be substituted one year for year               basis.

• Requires High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred 3 to 5 years of law enforcement experience.

Other Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Class C Drivers License.
• May be required to possess a Class M (Motorcycle) Driver’s License.
• MUST be Certified as a Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
• Ability to maintain firearms proficiency.
• Ability to maintain continuing education requirements for the State of Texas.

Salary : $60,757 - $84,102