Posting number: 26-201
Department: Sheriff - PR_6016 - Operations
Job classification: Deputy Sheriff
Posting type: Open
Categories: Law Enforcement
THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.
The Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement work to protect lives, property, and rights of citizens of the County. Work involves performing law enforcement or jail duties in a specific area of assignment. This position may serve civil process papers, such as summons, writs of possession, foreclosures, executions, claim and delivery, restraining orders; answer complaint calls and patrol the County in an official vehicle to deter crime or apprehend violators or suspects; serve warrants and make warrant arrests; and/or performing various procedures associated with transporting prisoners for the Sheriff's Department. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work.
Enforces all the laws of the state and applicable federal laws.
Provides law enforcement services to residents and responds to service requests.
Prepares documentation and reports in a timely manner.
Regular and punctual attendance is required.
Patrols county roadways and assists citizens in both emergency and non-emergency situations.
Responds to calls for service as necessary; reports back to station as situation changes or assistance is needed.
Performs traffic enforcement duties, including issuing citations and tickets, directing traffic, and responding to accidents; performs DWI enforcement.
Completes offense and incident reports as necessary; may be required to testify in court.
Apprehends criminals in a variety of both hostile and non-hostile situations.
Provides field training for other officers; answers any questions or provides instruction as necessary.
Responds to animal control calls for service as necessary.
Investigates crime scenes; gathers evidence and lifts latent prints; takes photos of crime scene or marks out evidence as necessary.
Patrols unincorporated areas as necessary.
Writes and/or issues citations or warnings in accordance with City, county, and/or state laws, regulations, ordinances, and procedures.
Services and maintains parking enforcement equipment, such as meters, parking machines, and signs.
Educates the public regarding parking regulations and citations.
May respond to situations involving SWAT.
Performs other related duties as required.
High School graduation or GED.
CERTIFICATION AS A PEACE OFFICER IN THE STATE OF TEXAS REQUIRED.
Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Applicants for this position must complete a fingerprint-based criminal history and background investigation and must meet all applicable CJIS and TCOLE requirements.
The following criminal history may result in disqualification from employment, appointment, or licensure, subject to any applicable waiver or review process authorized by law, CJIS requirements, or TCOLE rules:
Criminal history will be reviewed in accordance with applicable federal and state law, TCOLE requirements, CJIS requirements, and County policy.
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Denton County is located on the north side of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Denton County was established by the Texas legislature on April 11, 1846. In 2024, Denton County's population was over 1 million residents, and it is one of the fastest growing counties in the United States. Denton County has a total area of 951 square miles. As of 2025, Denton County has 1,987 employees and 43 elected officials. Denton County has one of the lowest county-wide tax rates of the top 15 counties by population in the State of Texas.
Denton County residents enjoy three lakes, beautiful city parks and trails, museums, and other attractions. The county’s proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex offers residents access to several nationally recognized entertainment attractions, including nine other North Texas water bodies, Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, the Texas Rangers, the Dallas Cowboys, the Dallas Mavericks, the Dallas Stars, the Fort Worth Zoo and the Fort Worth Stockyards.
MISSION: Denton County will be recognized as the leader in local government through its excellent service to citizens and quality workforce. We will carry out our duties by respecting citizens, maintaining fiscal responsibility, demonstrating accountability, and fairly and equitably allocating resources.
For employment opportunities, please visit: https://dentoncounty.gov/jobs.
