Presidio County Sheriff's Office is hiring full-time jailers.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Works under the general supervision of the sergeant.
• May function as a Field Training Officer, detention officer, or any other assignment as designated.
• Performs daily duties within the confines of the jail.
• Guards an assigned area on foot to discourage crimes, escapes, or other violations and safety concerns relating to the housing, care and protection of individuals detained in the Presidio County Jail.
• Makes and assists in making criminal investigations relating to offenses occurring inside the Detention Facility.
• Conducts security checks on Detention Facility.
• Conducts security checks on individuals as required by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.
• Performs headcount in order to be accountable for all detained subjects.
• Enforces Detention Policy and Procedures and other rules and regulations that establish a safe and secure holding facility while maintaining the standards required by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.
• Investigates criminal, unsafe, unusual or suspicious conditions.
• Responds to emergency calls (suicidal tendencies, altercations, etc.) and takes appropriate action.
• Prepare for and testifies in court on criminal cases if/when necessary.
• Prepares and submits appropriate reports as required.
• Secures crime scenes and preserves evidence relating to detention violations and concerns.
• Guards and transports prisoners.
• Properly maintain vehicle, personal and assigned departmental equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• High School graduation or GED required.
• Must possess a working knowledge of existing criminal and traffic codes.
• Must be prepared for, and capable of dealing with violence directed at him/her or others at all times.
• Must have the ability to effectively use departmental computers.
• Must have the ability to make quick and accurate decisions.
• Must possess, or obtain a Basic Detention Officers Certificate, as determined by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (T.C.O.L.E.), within the first year.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Applicants must be detail oriented, able to follow instructions, both verbal and written, and handle stressful situations. Bi-lingual a plus.
• Applicants should be able to work flexible hours, nights and weekends.
*Must be able to pass drug/psychological testing.
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff's Office, 320 N. Highland Ave, Marfa, Texas, 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Works under the general supervision of the sergeant.
• May function as a Field Training Officer, detention officer, or any other assignment as designated.
• Performs daily duties within the confines of the jail.
• Guards an assigned area on foot to discourage crimes, escapes, or other violations and safety concerns relating to the housing, care and protection of individuals detained in the Presidio County Jail.
• Makes and assists in making criminal investigations relating to offenses occurring inside the Detention Facility.
• Conducts security checks on Detention Facility.
• Conducts security checks on individuals as required by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.
• Performs headcount in order to be accountable for all detained subjects.
• Enforces Detention Policy and Procedures and other rules and regulations that establish a safe and secure holding facility while maintaining the standards required by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.
• Investigates criminal, unsafe, unusual or suspicious conditions.
• Responds to emergency calls (suicidal tendencies, altercations, etc.) and takes appropriate action.
• Prepare for and testifies in court on criminal cases if/when necessary.
• Prepares and submits appropriate reports as required.
• Secures crime scenes and preserves evidence relating to detention violations and concerns.
• Guards and transports prisoners.
• Properly maintain vehicle, personal and assigned departmental equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• High School graduation or GED required.
• Must possess a working knowledge of existing criminal and traffic codes.
• Must be prepared for, and capable of dealing with violence directed at him/her or others at all times.
• Must have the ability to effectively use departmental computers.
• Must have the ability to make quick and accurate decisions.
• Must possess, or obtain a Basic Detention Officers Certificate, as determined by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (T.C.O.L.E.), within the first year.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Applicants must be detail oriented, able to follow instructions, both verbal and written, and handle stressful situations. Bi-lingual a plus.
• Applicants should be able to work flexible hours, nights and weekends.
*Must be able to pass drug/psychological testing.
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff's Office, 320 N. Highland Ave, Marfa, Texas, 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
| application2019.pdf |
