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Taylor County

Deputy - Sheriffs Office

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A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.

$89,609 / year median in Texas

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Deputy
  • Sheriff's Office Taylor County
  • 3.
3 Abilene, TX Job Details Full-time From $71,773.87 a year 3 days ago Benefits 457(b) Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Military leave Paid time off Uniform allowance Dependent health insurance coverage Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Physical security Court appearances within corrections High school diploma or GED Performing background checks Full Job Description Taylor County is currently seeking qualified applicants for Courthouse, Patrol, and Transport Deputies at the Sheriff's Office. All applicants must have a high school diploma or
GED. MUST
hold a current Texas peace officer's license. Primary duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Transporting of inmates to and from the Courts and medical appointments, Subpoena service, Courthouse security duties, Warrant service, and all other department duties deemed necessary by the Sheriff or Division Commanders. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, in good physical condition, and must pass a physical exam and drug screening prior to employment. Qualified applicants will also be subject to an extensive criminal history and background investigation. Salary effective 10/1/2026: $71,773.87 annually+ benefits Benefits include: health, dental, life, retirement, vacation/sick leave) A Personal History Statement (PHS) is required for application consideration. To apply with the PHS online, please visit: https://www.taylorcounty.texas.gov/DocumentCenter/View/576/TCSO-Personal-History-Statement-PDF-DOCUMENT?bidld= Paper applications and PHS will also be accepted in the Human Resources Office, Taylor County Courthouse, 301 Oak Street, Suite 120, until the position is filled. HR office hours are 7:30 am
  • 5:00 pm Monday
  • Thursday and 7:30 am
  • 12:00 pm Friday.
Pay:
From $71,773.87 per year
Benefits:
457(b) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Military leave Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person