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!

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for enforcing state and county laws. Under general supervision, exercises responsibilities for the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and welfare.  Exercises independent judgement in dealing with dangerous or unusual situations, exercising safety practices and procedures. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

• Serves civil papers as directed; Serves criminal warrants as directed; Patrols County roads, as well as, residential contract area to provide a visible deterrent in uniform and in marked cars and to enforce laws and protect life and property; Identifies traffic hazards; Monitors residential areas for signs of criminal activity; Patrols for suspicious persons or vehicles.
• Responds to calls for assistance and complaints of crimes; Enforces state statute by performing warrants, felony or misdemeanor arrests; Implements physical confrontation when necessary.
• Secures and protects crime scenes by establishing boundaries, detaining victims, suspects and witnesses, locating and identifying evidence and briefing supervisors/investigators upon their arrival; Preserves and collects evidence using proper methods; Maintains the chain of custody of all evidence secured.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all traffic laws; Enforces traffic laws through the issuance of traffic summons and warnings, and arresting individuals in violation of the law such as DUI and speeding and traffic control device violation when necessary.
• Prepares and maintains a wide variety of departmental records and reports in compliance with departmental policies and procedures; Prepares and files written and taped case reports outlining complete information regarding each case.
• May handle court security – Bailiff duties; May provide building security at the Fort Bend County East End Annex building or the Sienna Annex Building.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Basic TCOLE certification.
• One year of job related experience. (Two years of college (60 credit hours) may substitute for experience).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact effectively with the public.
• Valid Drivers License.

SALARY RANGE: $27.01 - $33.76 hourly, based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE:  Upon filling 2 positions

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

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.