Job Details
Position Description
The Harris County Sheriff's Office is hiring Detention Officers within the
Criminal Justice Command
As a Detention Officer, you are an important team member of the Harris County Sheriff's Office responsible for maintaining care, custody, and control over those individuals housed in the Harris County Jail. The Harris County Sheriff's Office primary responsibility to the citizens of Harris County is to house those individuals awaiting trial, or commitment to the Texas Department of Corrections.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
* Performing inspections and cell searches
* Resolving crises such as fights, fires, and medical emergencies
* Completing reports
Detention Command Career Paths
* Armed Detention Officer - responsible for transporting and securing inmates to and at hospitals or clinics.
* Detention Sergeant - responsible for supervising detention officers assigned to their area.
* Detention Lieutenant - responsible for supervising all personnel assigned to their shift.
* Detention Captain - responsible for supervising all personnel assigned to their facility.
The Detention Officer (Jailer) Position is a Civil Service-protected position with the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Requirements
Follow the link below to apply
Apply for Detention Officer Here
* High School Diploma or G.E.D.
* At least 18 years of age
* Must be a U. S. Citizen
* Valid Driver's License or State Issued ID
* Eyesight must be correctable to 20/20 vision, normal color, and peripheral vision
* Correctable normal audible range in both ears
Testing:
* Pass pre-employment testing - Written exam (Basic work skills)
* Physical Agility
Ability To:
* Stand for extended periods of time
* Bend, stoop, kneel
* Lift up to 40 lbs
Additional Requirements:
* Thorough background investigation
* (Criminal background check, fingerprinting, personal interview, etc.)
* Psychological evaluation
* Drug screening
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COPIES OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED WITH YOUR APPLICATION:
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL DELAY THE APPLICATION PROCESS
DOCUMENTS MUST BE UPLOADED (attached) BEFORE SUBMITTING APPLICATION
* Birth Certificate (issued by a government agency, not a hospital) or
* Certificate of Naturalization
* Social Security Card
* Driver's License or State Issued ID (front and back)
* Proof of Education:
* High School Diploma or Transcript, GED Certificate or College Transcript (If transcripts, a sealed original will be required at a later stage in the application process)
* DD-214 Military Discharge form [if applicable]
* (copy of original Member - 4 form)
* PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU WERE NEVER IN THE MILITARY, UPLOAD ANOTHER COPY OF YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE AS A PLACEHOLDER IN ORDER TO CONTINUE WITH THE APPLICATION.
NOTE:
* The Texas Workforce Commission offers FREE assistance to job seekers through their WorkSource offices located throughout Harris, and surrounding counties
* The WorkSource offers FREE use of computers, copiers, printers, and scanners as well as assistance completing job applications
* Please visit their website for more information or click here for a list of locations
* Harris County Public Libraries also offer FREE use of computers at all their locations throughout Harris County
DUE TO COVID-19 some locations may require an appointment.
Please call before you go
Preferences
* Graduates of Law Enforcement High School Program or Participation in a Law Enforcement Explorers program.
* Previous Law Enforcement or Corrections work experience
* Honorable discharge form the United States Armed Forces
General Information
For detailed information on the benefits offered by Harris County, please click on the "Benefits" tab of the posting.
Salary and Incentive Pay:
* Paid biweekly based on 26 pay periods per year, plus benefits
* Up to 12 years of credit for service as a TCOLE Certified Jailer upon hire (Restrictions Apply)
Paid Incentives: (Annually, based on 26 pay periods)
* The Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) provides its employees the ability to obtain the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Corrections Officer (Jailers) Certification at no cost through the HCSO Academy
* If selected, PAID employment begins the first day of the required (7) week Basic Jailers Course at the Harris County Sheriff's Office Academy
* Successful completion of the (7) week Basic Jailers Course is required for continued employment as a Detention Officer with the Harris County Sheriff's Office
Location:
* Downtown, Houston, TX
Hours:
* 40 Hours Per Week
* Includes Nights, Weekends, and Holidays
* Mandatory Overtime as deemed necessary to fulfill operational needs
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
* Medical Coverage
* Dental Coverage
* Vision Coverage
* Wellness Plan
* Life Insurance
* Long-term disability
* Employee Assistance Program
* Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service
* Accrual rates increase based on years of service
* Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
* Professional development opportunities
* Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
* Healthcare Reimbursement Account
* 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
* Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
* Flexible schedule (varies by department)
* Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
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Employees of the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) are exposed to confidential and law enforcement sensitive information. A thorough background investigation is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. For this reason it is essential that you provide accurate information in all aspects of the process. The process will end for applicants who fail to provide truthful information. The following questions address information required to start the pre-qualifying requirements of the recruitment process. All information obtained herein will be used for purposes of initiating a background investigation only. Additional questionnaires will be required at later stages of the application process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.
* I have read the above statement and understand that by submitting this application I agree to be subject to a background investigation including but not limited to education, employment, driving record, criminal history, financial responsibility, or any such areas of investigation deemed reasonable and justifiable for purpose of employment with the HCSO.
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Please provide your full name (Last Name, First Name, Middle Name (no initials)
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Please provide your date of birth. (MM/DD/YYYY)
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Please select your age range below. (As of today)
* 21 years or older
* 18 to 20 years old
* Will be 18 years old by 08/15/2018
* 17 or younger
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Please Provide your Social Security Number (SSN)
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Are you a citizen of the United States?
* Yes
* No
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Please provide your place of birth (city, county, state and country)
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Do you have a valid driver's license? NOTE: A Texas issued driver's license is required prior to start date.
* Valid driver's license
* State issued ID card
* None of the above
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Please provide your current driver's license or state issued ID number, state and expiration date. If you do not have a driver's license please enter N/A.
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List all your e-mail addresses below:
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Do you have social networking, instant messaging or other internet based profiles?
* Yes
* No
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If yes, please list your screen names and service providers:
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What is the highest level of education you have completed? Please select from below. (Copy of official certificate, diploma and/or transcript must be attached to the application)
* Graduating High School Senior Class of 2018
* High School Diploma (US)
* Certificate of High School Equivalency (GED)
* Associate's Degree
* Bachelor's Degree
* Master's Degree or higher
* None of the above
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Are you currently participating or graduated/completed any of the following programs?
* Currently participating in Law Enforcement Explorers
* Completed Law Enforcement Explorers Program
* Graduated from a Law Enforcement High School program
* None of the Above / Not Applicable
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Did you ever serve in the United States military?
* Yes
* No
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Which branch of the military? Type "N/A" if not applicable
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Did you receive an honorable discharge? (Copy of DD-214 is required with the application)
* Honorable discharge
* Dishonorable discharge
* Not Applicable, No Military Service
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Have you ever been employed with a law enforcement agency or correctional facility in any position?
* Currently Employed
* Previously Employed
* Never been employed at a law enforcement agency or correctional facility
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If yes, please list of ALL Law Enforcement and/or Correctional facilities where you have worked (provide name of facility, address and years employed). Type "N/A" if not applicable
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If you have worked at a law enforcement agency or correctional facility, have you ever been terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or resigned while under investigation?
* Yes
* No
* Not Applicable
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If yes, please explain (provide details): Type "N/A" if not applicable
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Have you ever had any of the following Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certifications?
* Peace Officer
* Jailer (Corrections)
* Telecommunicator
* None of the above
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Please enter your TCOLE PID Number below. Type "N/A" if not applicable.
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Have you ever....? Please select all that apply.
* Been Convicted of a felony
* Been accused/charged with a felony that was dismissed, received deferred adjudication and/or probation
* Been convicted of a Class A misdemeanor, or the equivalent
* Been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, or the equivalent within the last 10 years
* Been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, or the equivalent over 10 years ago from today's date
* Been accused/charged with a Class B misdemeanor or equivalent that was dismissed, received deferred adjudication and/or probation
* Been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces
* None of the above
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Please explain your answer below. Include type of offense, date charged and date of discharge.
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Have you ever sold/distributed illegal substances? (e.g. marijuana, prescription drugs, crack, meth, etc.)
* Yes
* Never
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If you answered yes, please explain what kind of illegal substance you sold/distributed and the date you last did. If you answered "never", please type N/A.
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The Harris County Sheriff's Office's dress code policy requires any body art, tattoos, brands, intentional scarring, body or facial piercing to be covered or concealed while on duty or representing the HCSO in any official capacity. Disclosure of having any visible body art, tattoos, brands, intentional scarring, body or facial piercing is required but does not automatically disqualify you from employment. Do you have any body art, tattoos, brands, intentional scarring, body or facial piercings?
* Yes
* No
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If you answered yes, are any of the body art, tattoos, brands, intentional scarring, body or facial piercing located on: Select all that apply
* Face
* Neck
* Behind the ears
* Hands
* Not applicable
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If you have tattoos per question above, please describe your tattoo. (Photo of your tattoo can also be attached to the application)
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The Harris County Sheriff's Office has a strict policy on drug usage. If selected you will be required to take a a pre-employment drug screening. All HCSO employees are also subject to random drug testing during the course of their employment. Please answer the following drug use related questions truthfully, admittance of past drug use will not necessary prevent you from future employment with the HCSO.
* I acknowledge the HCSO has a strict drug use policy and that I will be subjected to a drug screening at some point in the recruitment process.
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Have you ever used any form of marijuana?
* Yes
* No
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If yes, please explain and provide the date (day, month and year) of the last time you used marijuana. Type "N/A" if not applicable.
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How many times have you used a prescription drug not prescribed to you?
* Click on arrow to select
* Once
* 2 or 3 times
* 4 or 5 times
* 6 or 7 times
* 8 or 9 times
* 10 or more times
* Weekly
* Monthly
* Never
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When was the last possible date that you used a prescription drug not prescribed to you? Provide specific date or at least month and year Type "N/A" if not applicable
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Have you ever used any of the following drugs? (Select all that apply)
* Speed (Crystal meth, meth, crank, etc.)
* Cocaine
* LSD
* X.T.C. (Ecstasy)
* Heroine
* Steroids
* Opium
* Other illegal substances
* None of the above
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If yes, please list the substance used and last possible date (day, month, year) you used any form of illegal drugs. Type "N/A" if not applicable
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Have you ever been an officer, a member or made a contribution to an organization that advocates or practices the commission of acts of force or violence to discourage others from exercising their rights under the United States Constitution or rights granted by law?
* Yes
* No
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If yes, please explain your involvement and provide name of organization, location, your position and how long have you been /were you a member in that organization. Type "N/A" if not applicable
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An Applicant must be willing to accept any assignment or shift within the Sheriff's Office, to include working on weekends and holidays, as well as additional shifts as needed. Are you willing to work any shift or hours assigned to you?
* Yes
* No
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Submitting a complete application is key to a successful recruitment. Please read the following requirements carefully and ensure you have provided/documented all required information. 1) Complete employment history is required to be eligible for consideration. Your application's "Employment History" section must include all work history for the past 7 years or all available work history if you have been working less than 7 years. Begin with your current (or most recent) job. Include full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal, military assignments and unpaid internships. Periods of unemployment between jobs should also be listed. Type "Unemployed" in the employer's box and list the dates you were unemployed. 2) Complete education history is required. The "Education History" section must list all High Schools attended, as well as all Colleges or Universities if applicable. List name of school, location (city and state), and dates attended. SUBMITTING AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION WILL CAUSE DELAYS IN PROCESSING YOUR APPLICATION OR EVEN DISQUALIFICATION.
* I have reviewed my application and verified I have completed all required "Employment History" on this application.
* I have reviewed my application and verified I have completed all required "Education History" on this application.
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Are you a current City of Houston Firefighter or Cadet affected by layoffs?
* Yes
* No
Required Question
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Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
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