Job Details

Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Part-Time
Job Number: 2025-01225-E
Department: Criminal Investigations Bureau
Division: Special Victims
Opening Date: 12/22/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

POSITION OVERVIEW
THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION

THIS POSITION MAY END AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT

Under the general supervision of the Crimes Against Children supervisors, the Part-Time Deputy performs duties related to scheduling and attending forensic interviews, initial case screening, ordering grand jury subpoenas and records, and collaborating with Child Protective Services and the Children's Assessment Center's personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend Forensic Interviews
• Prepare detailed reports
• Subpoena medical records, therapy records, and any other items needed for case presentation
• CPS Referrals and Case Screening
• Testify in court
• Assist other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
• Perform other assignments and duties as needed.

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. At its discretion, management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be an Honorably Retired Peace Officer
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in law enforcement, record management, or a related field
• Must have an active TCOLE Peace Officer License
• Prior experience in conducting conflict resolutions

Knowledge of:

• Excellent understanding and application of the Texas Penal Code as it pertains to criminal offenses

Skilled In:

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office 365, SUPERION/RMS
• Proficient in report writing and communication skills, with strong organizational skills

Ability To:

• Screen cases
• Prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment to meet strict deadlines.
• Handle the stress associated with screening reports involving physical and sexual abuse of children
• Work independently, as well as in a team environment.

PREFERENCES

• Bilingual
• Prior Investigative Experience

GENERAL INFORMATION
THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION
Work Environment

• Work with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners
• Office and field-related responsibilities

Physical Demands

• Department standards for anyone assigned to CIB.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

BENEFITS:

• This is a part-time, temporary position without benefits

HOURS:

• A minimum of 20 hours per week with a maximum of 30 hours per week
• Hours are based on the needs of the department
• Hours may vary based on the department's business needs.

To Apply:

• Complete the online job application (including HCSO employment history and education)
• To be considered for this position, applications/transfers must be received by the closing date.

Note:

• Submission of an application by an employee neither implies nor ensures the transfer will be granted
• Transfers will be decided based on the needs and the best interests of the HCSO
• Applicant submission of a Job Application does not guarantee an interview

Equal Opportunity Statement

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as a defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
• 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement pension (TCDRS)
  • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
    • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
01

Are you currently a retired Peace Officer from any Law Enforcement Agency?

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the following best describes your years of experience as a Peace Officer with any Law Enforcement Agency?Per TCOLE (32) Honorably Retired Peace Officer: an un-appointed person with a TexasPeace Officer license who has a cumulative total of 15 years of full-time service as a Peace Officer. An Honorably Retired Peace Officer does not carry any Peace Officer authority.

• Less than (15) fifteen years
• (15) fifteen years but less than (16) sixteen years
• More than (16) sixteen years
• I do not have this experience

03

Do you have an active TCOLE Peace Officer License?

• Yes
• No

04

Do any of the following pertain to you as it applies to this position?Check all that apply.

• Bilingual
• Prior Investigative Experience
• Not Applicable

05

Employees of the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) are exposed to confidential and law enforcement sensitive information. A thorough background investigation is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment. For this reason, it is essential that you provide accurate information in all aspects of the process. The process will end for applicants who fail to provide truthful information. The following questions address information required to start the pre-qualifying requirements of the recruitment process. All information obtained herein will be used for purposes of initiating a background investigation only. Additional questionnaires will be required at later stages of the application process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.

• I have read the above statement and understand that by submitting this application I agree to be subject to a background investigation including but not limited to education, employment, driving record, criminal history, financial responsibility, or any such areas of investigation deemed reasonable and justifiable for purpose of employment with the HCSO.

06

Please provide your full name (Last Name, First Name, Middle Name (no initials)
07

Please provide your date of birth. (MM/DD/YYYY)
08

Please provide your place of birth (city, county, state, and country)
09

Please Provide your Social Security Number (SSN)
10

Please provide your current driver's license or state-issued ID number, state, and expiration date. If you do not have a driver's license please enter N/A.
11

Have you ever....? Please select all that apply.

• Been Convicted of a felony
• Been accused/charged with a felony that was dismissed, received deferred adjudication and/or probation
• Been convicted of a Class A misdemeanor, or the equivalent
• Been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, or the equivalent within the last 10 years
• Been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor, or the equivalent over 10 years ago from today's date
• Been accused/charged with a Class B misdemeanor or equivalent that was dismissed, received deferred adjudication and/or probation
• Been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces
• None of the above

12

Please explain your answer below. Include the type of offense, date charged and date of discharge.Type "N/A" if not applicable
13

The Harris County Sheriff's Office has a strict policy on drug usage. If selected you will be required to take a pre-employment drug screening. All HCSO employees are also subject to random drug testing during the course of their employment. Please answer the following drug use related questions truthfully, the admittance of past drug use will not necessarily prevent you from future employment with the HCSO.

• I acknowledge the HCSO has a strict drug use policy and that I will be subjected to a drug screening at some point in the recruitment process.

14

Have you ever used any form of marijuana?

• Yes
• No

15

If yes, please explain and provide the date (day, month and year) of the last time you used marijuana. Type "N/A" if not applicable.
16

An Applicant must be willing to accept any assignment or shift within the Sheriff's Office, to include working on weekends and holidays, as well as additional shifts as needed. Are you willing to work any shift or hours assigned to you?

• Yes
• No

17

Submitting a complete application is the key to successful recruitment. Please read the following requirements carefully and ensure you have provided/documented all required information. 1) Complete employment history is required to be eligible for consideration. Your application's "Employment History" section must include all work history for the past 7 years or all available work history if you have been working for less than 7 years. Begin with your current (or most recent) job. Include full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal, military assignments and unpaid internships. Periods of unemployment between jobs should also be listed. Type "Unemployed" in the employer's box and list the dates you were unemployed. 2) Complete education history is required. The "Education History" section must list all High Schools attended, as well as all Colleges or Universities if applicable. List name of the school, location (city and state), and dates attended. SUBMITTING AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION WILL CAUSE DELAYS IN PROCESSING YOUR APPLICATION OR EVEN DISQUALIFICATION.

• I have reviewed my application and verified I have completed all required "Employment History" on this application.
• I have reviewed my application and verified I have completed all required "Education History" on this application.

Required Question