Corrections Officer
Presidio County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to hire Correctional Officers to join our existing team. Starting pay is $18.32 per hour ($40,000 annually). Applicants must become fully licensed within one year of their hire date.
Responsibilities for Correctional Officer
Qualifications for Correctional Officer
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff’s Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843, by email at [email protected], or by mail at PO Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
Responsibilities for Correctional Officer
- Book and process incoming and outgoing prisoners according to written policies and procedures
- Write detailed and accurate incident reports
- Patrol the interior and exterior of the facility
- Conduct inmate and cell searches
- Inspect visitors and packages delivered to the facility
- Respond to crisis situations as outlined by policies and procedures
- Oversee inmate activities including meals, visitation, and recreation
Qualifications for Correctional Officer
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and psychological test
- Proven ability to react in a calm and collected manner to emergency situations
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff’s Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843, by email at [email protected], or by mail at PO Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
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Deputy Sheriff
Presidio County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified applicants for deputy sheriff to join our existing team. Starting pay is $46,956 annually. Applicants must possess a Texas Peace Officer license. Opportunities for additional compensation through grant-funded overtime assignments are available.
Deputy Sheriff / Uniform Patrol Job Description
Under general supervision, exercises responsibility for the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and welfare. Exercises independent judgment in dealing with dangerous or unusual situations, exercising safety practices and procedures. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Reports to assigned Chief Deputy or Sheriff.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff’s Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843, by email at [email protected], or by mail at PO Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
Deputy Sheriff / Uniform Patrol Job Description
Under general supervision, exercises responsibility for the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and welfare. Exercises independent judgment in dealing with dangerous or unusual situations, exercising safety practices and procedures. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Reports to assigned Chief Deputy or Sheriff.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Patrols an assigned district in a patrol unit on assignment for the purpose of observing the area for possible criminal activity or other conditions that could endanger public safety, investigating complaints, and enforcing laws; maintains high visibility. Investigates and reports accidents, dangerous or defective streets, sidewalks, or other hazardous conditions.
- Investigates crimes, interviews witnesses, complainants, and victims; and gathers physical evidence and preserves for court; conducts follow-up investigations as needed.
- Enforces all felony and misdemeanor laws of Texas.
- Apprehends, arrests, and detains criminal suspects and law violators when necessary; follows proper procedures when making arrests.
- Serves warrants, summonses, subpoenas, civil and other official papers.
- Serves as a witness in court and provides evidence in court as required.
- Responds to emergency calls, such as robberies, burglaries, kidnappings, assaults and murders; and practices safety procedures in answering and responding to calls.
- Checks residential and commercial property for security as requested; checks on Senior Citizens as requested.
- Assists motorists in various situations as needed.
- Contacts complainants and/or victims of crimes within a reasonable length of time; keeps complainants or victims informed of the progress of investigations.
- Investigates and reports fires or other related events; keeps bystanders out of danger; safeguards property; and renders first aid in emergency situations.
- Prepares, processes, and/or transmits various reports as required.
- Maintains required level of proficiency in the use of firearms, and evasive action/driving skills.
- High school diploma or GED
- Texas Peace Officer License
- Must be a US citizen (born or naturalized)
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
- Must be willing to work nights, evenings, overtime, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.
- Drug and alcohol testing required
- Criminal, driving, education, and employment background checks required.
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff’s Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843, by email at [email protected], or by mail at PO Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
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Presidio County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified applicants for a full time 911 Emergency Dispatcher position. Starting pay is $18.32 per hour ($40,000 annually). Applicants must become fully licensed within one year of their hire date.
Job Overview
The Emergency Dispatcher plays a crucial role in ensuring public safety by efficiently managing emergency calls and coordinating responses from law enforcement, fire, and medical services. This position requires quick thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. The ideal candidate will be adept at using phone systems to analyze situations and provide accurate information to first responders.
Duties
Qualifications
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff’s Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843, by email at [email protected], or by mail at PO Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
Job Overview
The Emergency Dispatcher plays a crucial role in ensuring public safety by efficiently managing emergency calls and coordinating responses from law enforcement, fire, and medical services. This position requires quick thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. The ideal candidate will be adept at using phone systems to analyze situations and provide accurate information to first responders.
Duties
- Receive and prioritize emergency calls from the public, ensuring accurate information is collected.
- Utilize phone systems and radio systems to dispatch appropriate emergency services promptly.
- Transcribe details of incidents accurately for record-keeping and reporting purposes.
- Analyze incoming information to determine the nature of emergencies and the best course of action.
- Negotiate with callers to gather essential details while maintaining a calm demeanor during high-stress situations.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and medical teams to coordinate effective responses.
- Manage conflict situations with callers effectively, providing reassurance while gathering necessary information.
- Maintain detailed logs of all communications and actions taken during emergency incidents.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to pass drug and psychological testing
- Excellent conflict management skills, with the ability to remain composed under pressure.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff’s Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843, by email at [email protected], or by mail at PO Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
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