Sheriff Deputy – Facilities

Travis County Tx, (Austin, Tx)
Travis County Sheriff's Office

Starting salary $62,908.96 – $70,804.59 Annually

Facilities Deputy

Closing Date: None

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This is a job classification within the POPS TCSO job family. This classification represents an intermediate level position. This classification requires a substantial degree of initiative and independent judgment necessary to take control of escalated situations. This classification requires a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintain safety and security of courthouse visitors, judges, judicial staff, court employees, jurors, and the general public and the same for those entering other assigned facilities.
  • Provide security, enforce laws, maintain order, and arrest violators of State Laws.
  • Conduct screening of persons and properties entering designated facilities.
  • Take control of incident scenes to maintain or redirect traffic flow, assist victims and aid in incident resolution.
  • Conduct foot or vehicle patrol for specific areas in and around assigned facility.
  • Investigate complaints, make arrests, book offenders, and prepare reports to include documentation of evidence.
  • Record daily activities as necessary and submit related reports and paperwork to appropriate Chain of Command.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.