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Detention Deputy-Sheriff's Office

Fort Bend County, TX -
Richmond, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Basic firearms training

Full Job Description

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers): Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources.

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Detention Deputy

May be assigned duties in Transport, Utility, Food Service and Bailiff Department.
Conducts head count and door checks on a regular basis.
Conducts strip searches as needed.
Classifies incoming inmates, fingerprints, and completes required paperwork.
Restrains inmates as needed in any confrontation with staff or other inmates.
Maintains custody while providing a safe environment.
Maintains facility and grounds as assigned.
Assists in supervision of recreational activities.
Supervises feeding and hygiene activities of inmates.
Supervises law library as assigned.
Inspects cell visually and recognizes inmates requiring reclassification based upon physical or mental state.
Prepares reports as required on activities, incidents, shakedowns, searches, and other functions.
Files criminal charges on inmates found to be in violation of penal code laws.
Assists and/or instructions other employees with their duties.
Serves as interpreter for non-English speaking inmates, if bilingual.
Logs inmate activities and departmental services to inmates as litigation prevention.
Notifies supervisor when criminal activity, contraband or escape attempts are detected.
Recognizes signs of physical abuse and communicates to Medical Officer on duty.
Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED.
Applicant must currently hold a Basic (or higher) TCOLE Peace Officer Certification; or at time of application be enrolled in a Texas Basic Police Academy and be eligible to take the TCOLE Peace Officer Licensing Exam within 45 days.
Preferred - One year experience in a law enforcement agency performing peace officer, telecommunication, or correctional officer duties; or 2 years military service with an honorable discharge; or 30 semester credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 from an accredited college or university.
Strong verbal and written communication skills;
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Must have TCOLE Approved Firearms qualifications within the last 12 months.
Must maintain all requirements to be licensed as a peace officer under TCOLE rules.
Must obtain and maintain TCOLE Basic Jailer Certification per TCOLE rules within the first year of employment.

***IMPORTANT – TESTING REQUIREMENT (PLEASE READ)

All applicants must schedule and complete the Nelson-Denny Reading Test prior to moving forward in the hiring process.

➡ ️ Applicants MUST contact the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources to schedule the test before proceeding.
Do not wait until later in the process.

**How to Schedule Your Test**

Contact the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources directly Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00am-4:00pm

*Nelson Denny Test – Call to schedule: (Penni Fields) 281-238-1586 or (J.R. Galvan) 281-238-1587.

Nelson Denny Test: 35 Minutes

Location (Gus George Academy Building):

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office

Human Resources

1521 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 144

Richmond, Texas 77469

Salary: $33.60 per hour/$2,688.00 Bi-Weekly/$69,888.00 Annually

CLOSING Date: Upon Filling Position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

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