Marshal

Job Overview

Serves and executes warrants and other processes issued for the Municipal Court.

• Serve and execute warrants;
• Arrest persons; explain their legal rights and take them into custody;
• Refer to local directories and contact various public agencies, utility companies, and merchants in attempting to locate subjects;
• Maintain records and files;
• Return prisoners from out-of-town to enter pleas in court;
• Transport arrestees from other agencies;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional six months of responsible work involving public contact; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Knowledge of:
  • Learn the elementary principles of the laws of arrest and custody;
  • Learn Municipal Court procedures;
  • Understand oral and written instructions;
  • Deal tactfully and firmly with the public;
  • Communicate effectively with the others.

• Frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally stand and walk during the shift.
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.