Burnet County TCOLE Certified Officer

THE COUNTY OF BURNET
Burnet, Texas 78611

WORKING TITLE:

FIELD DEPUTY

DEPARTMENT: SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

REPORTS TO:

SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

JOB TITLE:

FIELD DEPUTY
OFFICE: BURNET COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

LOCATION:

BURNET COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, 1215 HWY 29

E., BURNET, TEXAS 78611
COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

This is a non-supervisory position, which involves independent judgment on law enforcement matters. This position requires deputies to protect life, property and to preserve the peace and to patrol areas within the jurisdiction of Burnet County Sheriff’s Office. Other requirements are to respond to emergency calls, perform civil duties, enforce the Texas Penal Code and Traffic Code, apprehend wanted persons, make arrests and make reports of incidents of reportable offences.

Each deputy is required to perform related duties to fulfill the responsibilities of the Burnet County Sheriff’s Office as directed by the Sheriff or his designee.

• Must be able to handle shift work; have the ability to work with the public in a professional manner; basic knowledge of computers; ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and officials.

• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and must have graduated from high school (or have GED). Previous experience in law enforcement preferred, but not required.

• Applicant must hold a TCOLE Peace Officer License.

Burnet County complies with all State and Federal laws re: non-discrimination against any person in job structuring, recruitment, examinations, elections, appointment, placement, training, upward mobility, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration based upon race, age, religion, color, disability, national origin, sex, political affiliation or belief, or any other non-merit factor. Personnel decisions shall be made on the basis of occupational qualifications and job-related factors such as skill, knowledge, education, and ability to perform specific jobs.

Each applicant is required to submit an application for employment with pertinent information regarding training and experience. Application forms may be obtained netcountytexas.org or between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm from the Human Resources Office, 133

E. Jackson Street or the Burnet County Courthouse, 220 S. Pierce Street in Burnet, Texas. Completed applications can be emailed to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or faxed to  and will be accepted at the Human Resources Office until filled.