School Bus Driver

Summary Investigate assigned criminal activities. Perform supplementary investigation to assist prosecutors in case preparations. Make arrest and file criminal cases.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Investigates all types of criminal activities and assists prosecutors in case preparation
• Assists local, state, federal and out-of-state police offices in making arrests and filing criminal cases
• Prepares and executes search and arrest warrants and serves subpoenas
• Interviews inmates and other people to secure intelligence data and information. Takes statements and confessions
• Develops informants
• Obtains evidence from police agencies and pen packet from various prison systems
• Maintains liaison with other police agencies in Tarrant County
• Evaluates video taped interviews of children who are victims of physical/sexual abuse
• Carries firearm with legal authority to use in proper circumstances. Responsible for knowing when those circumstances are present
• Conducts surveillance, raids, searches of premises and line-ups associated with investigations or allegations of criminal activity
• Collects, preserves, and tags evidence and determines the needs for crime laboratory analysis and identification
• Testifies in criminal trials
• Performs all other related duties involved in the operation of the Investigation Group as assigned or required

Minimum Requirements Associate's degree or equivalent. Minimum of five (5) years experience in related field functioning as a law enforcement officer. Texas Peace Officer certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE). Mandatory firearms qualification and physical training. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary and should be demonstrated with prior successful experiences.

Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, lift, push and pull.

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

• Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.

01

Do you have an Associates Degree or equivalent experience?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have any of the following TCLEOSE certifications (check all that apply)?

• TCLEOSE Basic Peace Officer
• TCLEOSE Intermediate Certification
• TCLEOSE Advanced Certification
• TCLEOSE Master Certification

03

Do you have 5 years experience functioning as a law enforcement officer?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question