Between $8,702.83 and $8,919.83 Per Month Position range in Starr County $2,746.00

• $6,129.00 Per Month DPS
• THP•CRRP CVE Sergeant•9940 TEXAS

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT 405

Occupation:

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Location:

RIO GRANDE CITY, TX

• 78582

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

09/22/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Selection Required

Updated:

09/22/2026

Expires:

10/05/2026

Agency Job ID:

106118 Job #: 17072141 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.

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• This position is only for honorably retired commissioned officers who have retired from the Employee Retirement Systems of Texas and whose last position was as a commissioned officer with the Department of Public Safety
• This posting is regulated by the DPS Commissioned Retire/Rehire Program and Texas Government Code 659 and 812
• Only Candidates with an Active TCOLE Peace Officer license are eligible to apply

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NOTE:

If you are unsure of your TCOLE Status, please contact TCOLE at (512) 936-7700, option 4, then option 1 (Appointment, Certification, Reinstatement, and Reactivation staff)

PLEASE NOTE

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Perform public safety work. Work involves overseeing staff engaged in enforcement, regulatory, licensing, inspections, investigations, staff services, security, or safety education work. May assign and supervise the work of others. Work under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.

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//hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_LawEnforcement.pdf Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Analyze workloads and plan work schedules.2. Monitor and control allocated budgetary funds, expenditures, and reporting procedures.3. Answer inquiries pertaining to legal, policy, or procedure information and maintain and promote public relations with the general public and various entities.4. Conduct or oversee criminal and administrative investigations.5. Conduct surveillance and background investigations.6. Confer with local, state, and federal law enforcement officers to obtain or provide information concerning criminals and criminal activity.7. court orders and serve warrants and civil processes in the confiscation of assets, property, equipment, or illegal devices.8. Identify, investigate, and interrogate individuals suspected of criminal activity.9. Keep staff informed of changes in departmental policies, regulations and legal interpretations.10. Receive reports of incidents, complaints, or infractions; conduct investigations; prepare reports; and recommend appropriate actions.11. Screen employment applicants to determine eligibility based on meeting minimum qualifications.12. Assist in developing and administering effective training, staff development, and continuing education programs.13. May oversee staff engaged in the enforcement of federal and state laws and regulations.14. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.15. Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Graduation from the Department of Public Safety Training Academy.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Criminal Justice, Corrections, Criminology, Police Science, or a related field is generally preferred.

Experience

• Must be a retired commissioned officer who has retired from the Employees Retirement System of Texas and whose last position was as a commissioned officer within the department and attained the rank of Sergeant or higher with the Texas Highway Patrol Division.

If applicable, experience serving at the rank of Sergeant or higher within the respective Specialized Unit of the posted position is required.

Licensure and/or Certification

• Must be able to obtain a license as a Texas Peace Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.

If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.

Police Methodology

• Knowledge of police methods, of traffic and criminal laws and regulations, of investigative methods and practices and admissibility of evidence, of departmental policies and procedures, of federal and state safety rules and regulations, and of court systems and procedures.

Investigative Techniques

• Must have knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, and methodologies.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures. Supervisory/Managerial/Leadership Skills
• Must have excellent skills in interviewing, mentoring, and coaching employees.

Knowledge of management and supervisory methods and principles, performance and productivity standards, and fiscal/budget management. Able to develop plans, policies, and procedures for efficient workflow and overall effectiveness, and provide clear direction to subordinates; promote teamwork and be able to motivate others to accomplish goals.

Interpersonal Skills

• Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers.

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