Reserve Deputy Sheriff (Volunteer) - Sheriff's Office

Overview

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:

Assists in all aspects of law enforcement as needed by the Fort Bend County Sheriff.  Patrols assigned area, answers calls for service, investigates criminal activity, submits reports and makes arrests.  Serves criminal warrants and enforces the law within the State of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Patrols Fort Bend County to deter crime.  
• May work with traffic enforcement/traffic investigation.  
• May serve criminal warrants as directed. 
• Secures and preserves crime scenes.  
• Assists public within scope of authority. 
• May perform other law enforcement functions as needed.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED; TCOLE peace officer license.  Prior law enforcement experience or significant other experience and education.  Strong verbal communication skills; the ability to interact effectively with the public.  Valid Texas driver license and firearms proficiency.

SALARY RANGE: Volunteer - No Salary

Applicants must complete the online application for a posted Sheriff's office position.  Once the online application is complete, the applicant will be contacted for further instructions.  The applicant will be required to submit the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Personal History Statement.

PLEASE NOTE: QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE EMAILED INFORMATION REGARDING THE APPLICATION PROCESS. 

PLEASE NOTE THE NEW ADDRESS FOR THE FORT BEND COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE PERSONNEL, 1840 RICHMOND PARKWAY, RICHMOND, TX  77469.

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

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