This position participates in a variety of duties for the Municipal Court, including basic law enforcement, bailiff and security services; warrant operations and other processes; administrative support; and ensuring compliance to writs issued by the court. Duties include conducting warrant investigations; making arrests; maintaining security of the court building and courtroom; and transporting prisoners and documenting activities. A high school diploma or equivalent; some related college or vocational training in criminal justice or a related field; one year of recent experience as a marshal, warrant officer or patrol officer with a municipal court or police department, or equivalent experience with a sheriff’s or constable’s office; an active TCOLE Peace Officer license, meeting all current TCOLE standards; and a valid Texas driver’s license are required. Must currently possess, or be able to obtain within one year of hire date, Court Security Officer TCOLE certification. Hours may include evenings and weekends.
A thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check, polygraph examination, psychological assessment and physical examination/drug screen will be conducted. Must not have any criminal conviction above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or any Class B misdemeanors within the past ten (10) years; other convictions may also be considered.
PAY GRADE GG20 / FULL PAY RANGE $28.60 - $40.30 PER HOUR
The full job description for this position and all other City of Irving job classifications are available online. Click here to access the list of job titles.The Municipal Court’s role is to make formal judgments or decisions about violations of city ordinances and other minor crimes. Its six divisions are:
- Administration
- Compliance / Warrant
- Court Services
- Customer Service
- Judicial
- Teen Court
The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.
THOSE WHOSE DATE OF HIRE (START DATE) IS FEBRUARY 19 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30,2024, ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HIRING INCENTIVE!
- Individuals hired into this position will receive $1000 after their first 30 days of employment provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.
- Employees that successfully complete their 6-month orientation period will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000 provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.
- Employees that successfully complete one year of employment without
- documented attendance or disciplinary issues will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000.
- The maximum amount of hiring incentive that an individual employee may receive is $3,000.