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  • The Wilson County Precinct #2 Road and Bridge Department is currently accepting applications for an Equipment/Blade Operator. This position will perform road & bridge maintenance and equipment operation. Preferred qualifications include possession of a valid Texas Class A license and a minimum 2 years of recent road construction and/or maintenance experience is preferred. Requires moderate to heavy lifting of up to 60 pounds. Pay is commensurate with experience.  An excellent benefit package is provided including health, dental, vision, life and retirement. A Wilson County job application and job description can be obtained by contacting the Wilson County Human Resource Department, 2 Library Lane, Floresville, TX 78114, by calling (830) 393-7351, on our website at www.co.wilon.tx.us or e-mailing JBodiford@wilsoncountytx.gov. Open until filled. Wilson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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  • The Wilson County Tax Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Full Time Deputy Tax Assessor-Collector Customer Service Specialist.  Responsibilities include extensive office work associated with the collection of taxes, Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and Texas Parks and Wildlife registrations and renewals.  Applicants must have a high school education or equivalent, professional office skills, must be able to learn multiple computer programs, use a 10-key adding machine and have banking experience.  Salary is $32,000.00. Position includes benefits and retirement.  Must be able to pass a background check.  Applications must be received by 6:00 pm on Monday, February 12, 2024. The Wilson County Application for Employment must be completed and emailed to jbodiford@wilsoncountytx.gov and copied to dbarnett@wilsoncountytx.gov.  

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  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a bachelor’s degree conferred by an institution of higher education accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.  A degree or background in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or social work is preferred.  Applicants cannot be employed as a peace officer or work as a reserve or volunteer peace officer and cannot currently be on community supervision, parole, or serving a sentence for a criminal offense.

    Applicant must pass a physical, criminal history check and drug test.

    DUTIES: Supervise a caseload of offenders placed under community supervision for felony and misdemeanor offenses.  Specific duties will consist of monitoring the offender’s compliance with the orders of the Court through routine office and field contacts to ensure community safety, referring the offender to behavioral changing resources, conducting assessments and individual case plans, urinalysis testing, performing intake interviews, communicating and working with other professional agencies, reporting violations of probation to the appropriate authority in a timely manner, providing effective courtroom testimony, and maintaining a high level of professionalism.  Applicant must possess good technical writing, interviewing and critical thinking skills to prepare extensive pre-sentence investigation reports. 

     PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIREMENTS: The duties of a Community Supervision Officer include office and field work, which both require the supervision of criminal offenders who may present physical danger to the officer and to the public. In the supervision of these offenders, essential duties require moderate to arduous physical exertion, including prolonged periods of walking and standing, physical dexterity and coordination, and use of self-defense tactics. Because a Community Supervision Officer must effectively deal with the possibility of physical altercations and is subject to moderate to arduous physical exertion, applicants must be physically capable. Office work requires prolonged periods of sitting and standing, moderate lifting, and walking. Both field work and office work are required of all Community Supervision Officers, and both are essential functions of the job.

    This list is not all-inclusive, but covers the main areas of responsibilities.

    SALARY:  Entry Level:  $43,000.00 plus benefits - negotiable based on experience

    CLOSING DATE:  until filled

    Please submit cover letter and resume to:

    Valerie Campos 

    81st & 218th Judicial District CSCD, 1102 3rd Street, Floresville, TX 78114

    Or via email:  vcampos@81-218cscd.org

     

    ***Please provide references and certified college transcripts if selected for an interview.

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  • Summary of Functions:

    The Maintenance Technician, under general supervision, is responsible for a variety of general maintenance and multi-craft functions to ensure proper maintenance, repair, and/or alteration of facilities, equipment, furniture, fixtures etc. at the Wilson County Criminal Justice Center. 

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    The following duties are normal for this position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned:

    • Maintenance activities in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting etc.
    • Maintain major building systems and controls
    • Moving of office furniture and equipment as needed
    • Coordinating activities of outside contractors on the Criminal Justice Center and being their first point of contact
    • Write specifications for and supervise vendors for all mechanical, electrical, structural and plumbing requirements of the building
    • Comply with warranty maintenance obligations for all operating facilities
    • Ability to follow and work under safety regulations set forth by Federal, State and County standards
    • Responsible for repairing, maintaining and installing various fixtures including furniture, equipment, windows, doors, bathrooms, walls, shelving, cabinets, air filters, lubrications and drains
    • Other job duties as assigned or needed

    Qualifications and Education:
    The Maintenance Technician position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus two to three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Physical Demands:

    Performance of the essential duties of this job requires the incumbent to:

    • Regularly stand
    • Frequently walk
    • Occasionally sit
    • Regularly use hands to finger, handle or feel
    • Regularly reach with arms and hands
    • Frequently climb or balance
    • Frequently stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
    • Regularly talk or hear
    • Regularly lift up to 10 pounds
    • Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
    • Occasionally lift more than 100 pounds

    Work Environment:

    Performance of the essential duties of this job requires:

    • Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
    • Occasional work near moving mechanical parts
    • Frequent work in high, precarious places
    • Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles
    • Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions

    Please email all Wilson County Applications AND resumes to JBodiford@wilsoncountytx.gov.  Position will remain open until filled.

    Wilson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.  Signatures below indicate the receipt and review of this job description by the employee assigned to the job and the immediate supervisor.

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  • Responsible for preparing broken and eroding pavement on rural roads. Repairs and maintains rights-of-way and clears debris from roads.

    Primary responsibilities

    • Have and maintain a valid CDL
    • Repair broken roads.
    • Patch potholes.
    • Operate machinery to dig up holes, pour concrete, and smooth out.
    • Repair detached or dented guardrails, delineators.
    • Set up cones and signs to alert motorists.
    • Clear off debris.
    • Mow or clear brush from roads.
    • Lay asphalt or chip seal.
    • Remove trees from roads.
    • Operate motor graders, brooms, loaders, backhoes, skid steers, tractors, mowers, dump trucks, or similar equipment.
    • Patrol roads for hazard, snow/ice conditions and maintenance/repair needs.
    • Place stop signs and speed limit and other warning signs along roads.
    • Remove road kill.
    • Fill road washouts and clean storm drains.
    • Inspect and maintain operating equipment.
    • Install and clean culverts.
    • Flag traffic to form a detour around construction.
    • Change vehicle fluids, including greases and oils.
    • Clean vehicle, tools and equipment daily.
    • Clean and inventory shop area.
    • Document and sign material loads.

     

    Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 10 hour work schedule/day

    Please submit all applications and resumes to JBodiford@wilsoncountytx.gov.

    Open until filled.

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  • Dispatchers will handle all communications traffic at the Sheriff's Office.  Dispatchers will be responsible for the operation of the Teletype and entry and removal of stolen articles, guns, or vehicles and wanted and missing persons from TCIC/NCIC.  Dispatchers will also be required to handle other duties in the Communications Division as set out by the Sheriff, Chief Deputy, Head Dispatcher and/or Jail Administrator.  Dispatchers will be required to follow all rules and regulations set out by their manual and the Sheriff.  These jobs are an essential position for the overall operation of the Sheriff's Office.

    APPLICATION PACKET AND PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT CAN BE DOWNLOAD AT THE FOLLOWING LINKS:

    JOB APPLICATION PACKET

    AUTHORIZED RELEASE FORM

    PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT

    Any individual interested in applying for this position must submit a Wilson County Employment Application and resume to hr@wilsoncountytx.gov and nharrell@wilsoncountytx.gov.  This position will remain open until filled.

     

     

     

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  • Position: Jailers/Correction Officers

    Working Hours: 43 plus hours a week

    Work Schedule: Shift Work Required

    Closing Date: Until Filled

    Job Description: Jailers will be appointed by the Sheriff and will work as jail guards in the Wilson County Jail. Jailers will be responsible for the safekeeping of the inmates incarcerated in the jail. Jailers will be required to fingerprint and mug all prisoners as well as process bonds and oversee all paperwork regarding the booking and releasing of prisonersJailers may also be required to do other duties as assigned to them by the Sheriff or Jail Administrator. These jobs are an essential position for the overall operation of the Sheriff's Office. 

     

    APPLICATION PACKET AND PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT CAN BE DOWNLOAD AT THE FOLLOWING LINKS:

     

    JOB APPLICATION PACKET

     

    AUTHORIZED RELEASE FORM

     

    PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT


    You may e-Mail your resume and application to: hr@wilsoncountytx.gov

    or

    Mail or hand deliver your resume and application to:
    Wilson County Human Resources
    ATTN: Jalyn Bodiford
    2 Library Lane, Suite 104
    Floresville, TX 78114

    or 

    Fax your resume and application to: 830-393-7371

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  • OPEN UNTIL FILLED
    JOB DESCRIPTION: Deputy Sheriff PATROL DEPUTY
    EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt
    SALARY: $49,358.40
    *TAKE HOME UNIT (OUT OF THE COUNTY WITH APPROVAL)
    *UNIFORMS PROVIDED
    *DUTY WEAPON PROVIDED
    *TCDRS RETIREMENT
    *FREE EMPLOYEE MEDICAL PROVIDED
    *CERTIFICATE PAY

    JOB SUMMARY:
    Under supervision of superior officers, the Deputy Sheriff is responsible for performing general
    duty police work in protecting life and property and enforcing laws and ordinances. Maintains law
    and order for the prevention of crimes and for protecting life and property within the County.
    Work methods are developed and demonstrated in detail by superior officers, much of the work is
    of a routine nature, incumbents must be able to exercise sound and independent judgment in
    emergency situations where danger to life or property may be involved. All assignments involve
    responsibility for recognizing the social importance of police functions, for tactful and courteous
    treatment of the public, and conscientious and efficient performance without immediate
    supervision. Exercises no supervision. Deputy Sheriffs report to their assigned Sergeant.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
     - Graduation from high school or a General Education Development (GED) Certification
     - Meet the minimum requirements for licensing as enacted by the Texas Commission on
    Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education. (NO DISHONORABLE F5 WILL BE
    CONSIDERED)

    LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:
     - Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
     - Current and valid Texas Peace Officer License.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
     - Patrol the County proactively in furtherance of the Department Mission, Vision, Values and Goals; works in furtherance of developing community partnerships; actively engages and dissuades criminal activity and dangerous conduct.
     - Enhance interaction and communication with the citizens and business representatives by means of increased patrol presence, stop & talk (business checks), and other strategies
     - Respond to calls for police services in a timely manner without unnecessary delay; assists other County/City departments when a need is recognized or when on assignment.
     - Make arrests for violations of laws or ordinances and testify in court.
     - Provide an exceptional response and management of calls for service; develop and implement an appropriate course of action; prepares detailed offense and case reports.
     - Enforce traffic and parking regulations proactively and reactively in furtherance of safe vehicular and pedestrian movement, directs traffic when necessary; participates in traffic enforcement initiatives promoted by the Department; aggressively pursues DWI and DUI Minor offenders.
     - Investigate all reports of accidents involving vehicles or pedestrians as required by the Texas Transportation Act; make detailed reports of traffic accident investigations.
     - Accurately document, obtain, and process evidence in accordance with Sheriff Department standards.
     - Perform courtesy security checks on residential property when requested by residents.
     - Check doors and windows of business establishments; investigates any suspicious conditions.
     - Maintain good working relationships with others and always provide a positive example for others to follow.
     - Performs duties as assigned.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
     - Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and ordinances.
     - Knowledge and application of the Wilson County Sheriff’s Department Mission Statement, Values Statement, and Goals/Objectives during the course of duties.
     - Knowledge of the rules, regulations, policies and procedures in the Wilson County Sheriff’s Department General Manual; knowledge and adherence to all General and Special Orders issued or authorized by the Sheriff.
     - Knowledge of law enforcement techniques and procedures.
     - Knowledge of standard broadcast procedures of a police radio system.
     - Ability to maintain physical condition meeting department fitness standards and appropriate to the performance of police training functions, assigned duties and other responsibilities which may include demonstrating proficiency during training exercises or during the performance of actual duties not limited to effecting arrest, subduing resisting individuals, chasing fleeing subjects and running, walking, crouching or crawling during emergency operations.
     - Ability to maintain firearms proficiency with all authorized and assigned firearms as prescribed by TCOLE rules, to include the issued duty sidearm, the police shotgun, the patrol rifle, and any other firearm issued/approved in the furtherance of a specialized police response.
     - Ability to meet certification requirements and maintain proficiency with all Department issued/approved intermediate weapons.
     - Ability to move equipment, injured/deceased persons and climb stairs/ladders.
     - Ability to perform life-saving and rescue procedures.
     - Ability to walk, stand or sit for extended periods of time.
     - Ability to operate assigned equipment and vehicles safely and within prescribed procedures.
     - Ability to effectively deal with personal danger which may include exposure to armed/dangerous persons, dangerous animals, communicable diseases, hazards of emergency driving, hazards associated with traffic control, working in and near traffic and natural and man-made disasters.
     - Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others and reading and writing.
     - Ability to recognize dangerous situations; take measures to notify others or abate the situation.
     - Ability to maintain mental capacity that allows the capability of exercising sound judgment and rational thinking under dangerous circumstances.
     - Ability to evaluate various options and alternatives and choose an appropriate and reasonable course of action.
     - Ability to demonstrate intellectual capabilities during training and testing processes.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS;
    Work in a highly stressful emergency environment, under intense life-threatening conditions.
     - Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
    1) Making observations
    2) Reading and writing
    3) Operating assigned equipment
    4) Assessing the situation at an incident scene
    5) Communicating with others

     - Effectively deal with personal danger which may include exposure to:
    1) Confined or high work places
    2) Dangerous animals
    3) Dangerous people
    4) Extremely loud noises
    5) Hazards of emergency driving
    6) Hazards associated with traffic control, working in and near traffic
    7) Natural and man-made disasters
    8) Adverse weather conditions.

     - Maintain Physical Condition appropriate to the performance of police training exercises, assigned duties and other responsibilities which may include the following:
    1) Running, walking, crouching or crawling during emergency operations
    2) Moving equipment and injured/deceased persons
    3) Climbing stairs/ladders
    4) Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time
    5) Performing life-saving and rescue procedures
    6) Operating assigned equipment
    7) Proficiency demonstrations utilizing assigned equipment and police tactics in varied conditions of climate, terrain and other adverse conditions under both stressful and non-stressful conditions
    Deputy Sheriffs may be assigned varying shifts and days off as necessary to maintain adequate staffing of shifts. Additionally, Deputy Sheriffs may be required to work overtime to meet service demands and/or to maintain operational efficiency. Deputy Sheriffs must be prepared to work any shift, and assume scheduled days off if required.

    APPLICATION PACKET AND PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT CAN BE DOWNLOAD AT THE FOLLOWING LINKS:

    JOB APPLICATION PACKET

    AUTHORIZED RELEASE FORM

    PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT

     

    FOR QUESTIONS OR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
    LT. LYLE KEY- PATROL LIEUTENANT VIA EMAIL: LKey@wilsoncountytx.gov

    This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
    Management has the exclusive right to alter this job
    description at any time without notice.

    You may e-Mail your resume and application to: hr@wilsoncountytx.gov

    or

    Mail or hand deliver your resume and application to:
    Wilson County Human Resources
    ATTN: Jalyn Bodiford
    2 Library Lane, Suite 104
    Floresville, TX 78114

    or 

    Fax your resume and application to: 830-393-7371

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