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 will be assigned to the Traffic Enforcement Unit as a Traffic/Motorcycle Officer. 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. This position affects the economic and social wellbeing of the citizens of Hays County.
Individuals in this position serve at the pleasure of the current elected official.
Education and/or Experience
Any equivalent combination of experience or training may be substituted one year for year basis.
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Requires High School diploma or GED.
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Requires at least 3 years of law enforcement experience.
Other Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
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Must possess a Class C Driver License.
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Must be able to obtain a Class M license within 6 months of hire
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Certification as a peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer (TCOLE).
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Required successful completion of the Northwestern University Motorcycle School or equivalent TCOLE approved course.
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Ability to maintain firearms proficiency.
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Ability to maintain continuing education requirements for the State of Texas.
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Preferred completion of Intermediate/Advance Accident Investigation Course.
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Preferred SFST and Radar/Lidar certified.
