Chief Deputy Constable

County: Denton County, Texas Position: Chief Deputy Constable Department: Constable, Pct #1 at 1 Courthouse Drive Denton, Texas 76208 The Chief Deputy Constable performs supervisory, administrative, and specialized law enforcement work overseeing and participating in activities of the Constable's Office in an assigned precinct. Work involves training and supervising activities of Deputy Constables and office staff, assisting in preparation of budgets and monitoring expenditures. Employees are also responsible for serving civil papers and performing Bailiff duties such as attending court, maintaining security of witnesses and judges, and transporting prisoners between holding cells and courtrooms in the precinct's Justice of the Peace Court. Work also involves serving civil and criminal papers and performing general duty law enforcement work such as directing traffic, issuing citations, and assisting in responses to complaint calls. • Oversee activities of the Constable's office; administers routine personnel matters and procedures; coordinates and schedules all department work. • Formulates and implements the annual budget; ensures expenditures comply with budgeted allocations. • Interacts with county, state, federal, and local municipal governments on current operating procedures and guidelines as required by Law. • Prepares Writs of Executions for the Precinct as necessary; supervises all Writs assigned to the Precinct. • Serves as court bailiff for Justice of the Peace; appears in court as a witness to give testimony. • Oversees maintenance and repair services for Department's motor vehicle fleet. • Directs training programs for all department employees. • Assists in developing and implementing operational policies for the Constable's Office. • Conferring with the Constable in the recruiting, selection, training, discipline and dismissal of subordinate employees. • Performs law enforcement work to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens of the county. • Answers questions regarding policies and/or procedures and assists the public with questions. • Serves civil papers, warrants, and specialty writs; ensures that all paperwork is completed and distributed as necessary. • Maintains department statistics and prepares related reports. • Conducts firearm training; evaluates employees based on performance during training. • Regular and punctual attendance is required. • Performs other related duties as required. • Associate's degree and minimum three years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required. • Certification as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas required. • Must be able to pass a State Criminal History background check. • Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days. Preferred Qualifications • Master Peace Officer • Bachelor’s Degree • MS Office • Civil Process Proficiency Certification • Courtroom Security Certification • At least five (5) years of patrol experience • A combination of professional experience in a direct supervision/management role