Constable Communications Specialist
Travis County
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Constable Deputy - HMS Courthouse
Travis County
Constable 5
Location
Austin, Texas, 78701
Salary
From $68,534.14
per year
Type
Closes
January 1, 2027
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves providing security and law enforcement support at a courthouse in Austin, Texas, including screening visitors with x-ray machines and metal detectors, patrolling the building, making arrests, serving legal papers, and handling administrative tasks like reports.
It's an entry-level role for someone who wants to work in uniformed law enforcement while ensuring the safety of court staff, officials, and the public.
A good fit would be a physically fit individual with a clean background, interest in public service, and basic training in policing.
Key Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalency with no felony convictions
- At least 21 years old, or 18+ with 60 college credits or 2 years honorable military service
- Active peace officer license
- Obtain TCOLE basic certification as a law enforcement officer within one year of employment
- Knowledge of criminal justice system and law enforcement processes
- Skills in effective communication and firearm use
- Ability to write reports, execute warrants, and respond professionally to emergencies
Full Job Description
Responsible for providing security at the Heman Marion Sweatt Courthouse. Ensures the safety of those entering and exiting the facility; safely operate x-ray machines and metal detectors; search individuals and packages entering the facility; conduct patrol of the interior and exterior of assigned facility; make onsite arrest for violations of State law; serve as an escort for elected officials and victims; and complete administrative tasks and duties associated with the role that may include complaints, arrest affidavits, and writing reportsDISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This job is within the Non-TCSO POPS job family. It is an entry-level job within the uniformed Constable series.
Requirements
- Delivers and executes civil process papers, maintains records and files of executions received.
- Seizes property under court orders and holds auction on levied property.
- Enforces local, state, federal, and compulsory school attendance laws as required.
- Responds to inquiries and serves as liaison to other agencies and the public.
- Transports prisoners to jail and may transport persons committed to mental institutions to state hospital.
- Serves warrants, makes arrests.
- Serves as a bailiff for Justice of the Peace court.
- Responds to major emergencies and disasters.
- May perform the following additional duties (varies with the precinct assigned):
- Provides building security services and person inspections.
- May perform traffic related functions.
- Checks title and serial numbers on vehicles, maintains patrol vehicles, and searches for missing persons.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Requires a High School diploma or equivalency certificate with no felony convictions.
Must be at least 21 years of age or at least 18 years of age with 60 or more hours of accredited college credits or 2 years of military service with an honorable discharge.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Requires active peace officer license.
Must obtain a basic certification as a law enforcement officer from TCOLE within one (1) year of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Criminal Justice System.
- Law enforcement process and arrest practices.
Skill in:
- Effective communication.
- Use of firearms.
Ability to:
- Write incident reports.
- Execute warrants.
- Respond to unexpected situations in a reasonable and professional manner.
- Safely operate a police vehicle.
Additional Information
Constant standing, handling, use of vision, depth perception. Frequent reaching, forceful gripping, use of fine dexterity. Occasional sitting, walking, climbing, kneeling/crouching, bending/squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, talking. Exposure to excessive heat and cold (outdoor conditions); job may involve danger due to contact with criminals and suspects. Must be able to perform physical functions associated with operating a motor vehicle, safely operate a firearm, radio equipment and computer equipment.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday.
Location: 1000 Guadalupe Street
Department: Constable 5
TCOLE, Physical Exam, Drug Test, Alcohol Test, Psychological Exam and Employment Background Checks Required.
For updates or questions on this position, contact: Cinda.Kortan@traviscountytx.gov
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
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