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11/18/19
Deputy District Clerk
The Cherokee County District Clerks Office has an immediate opening for Deputy District Clerk. This is an entry level, full time position in Rusk, Texas. This position assists the District Clerk by performing clerical functions, financial reports, customer service and records management. Summons and complete jury panels. This person will interact with county officials and departments on a regular basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required to Perform the Essential Functions
•Knowledge of filing system
•Skills in typing and word processing
•Knowledge of county operations
•Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments
•Good oral and written communication skills
•Excellent interpersonal skills
•Ability to interact with personnel in other departments
•Ability to handle volatile situations with irate customers and offenders
•Assists in daily financial reports
Physical Requirements
•The Deputy District Clerk will remain in a stationary position 90% of the work day.
•Frequently moves about inside the office and courthouse to access files, office machinery, courtrooms, etc.
•Frequently operates a computer, calculator and other office machinery such as a copy machine and computer printer.
•Occasionally positions self to access files or materials in lower spaces or over the head.
•Frequently communicates with people who have inquiries regarding court matters. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
•Occasionally moves files and other objects weighing up to 30 lbs. to various locations in the office and courthouse.
•Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
For a complete job description, contact the Human Resource Director. Applications may be obtained online at www.co.cherokee.tx.us or at the office of the Human Resource Director, 135 S. Main St. (3rd Floor), Rusk, TX 75785. Fax to (903)683-1186 or email hr@cocherokee.org. Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
10/10/19
Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Position Summary:
Performs law enforcement duties authorized by the Sheriff of Cherokee County under the statutes of the State of Texas. Patrols county. Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations of criminal and domestic incidents.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications:
•High School diploma or equivalent
•TCOLE Certification
•Valid Texas Driver’s License
•Law enforcement experience
Additional Requirements:
•Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen, background investigation and an oral and written interview.
•Must not have any felony convictions or any misdemeanor convictions above Class C within the last five (5) years.
For additional information and application, please apply in person at the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department, 272 Underwood St., Rusk, Texas. If mailing or faxing, please send to the attention of Captain Fred Butler. You may also contact Captain Fred Butler (903)683-2271. A complete job description is available by contacting the Human Resource Director at (903)683-5367 or hr@cocherokee.org.
Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
This job posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
09/12/19
Administrative Assistant
Part-Time/TEMPORARY - Maximum of 25 hours per week
Position Summary: Assist County Attorney and Assistant County Attorney in criminal and county issues. Operates computer, fax, copier, scanners, recording and video equipment, multi-line phone system and postage machine. File, answer phones and provides customer service and notary duties. Interacts with internal and external officials, bondsmen and the public. Assists law enforcement with criminal cases. Maintains dockets for arraignment, pre-trial hearings and jury selection. Prepare, research, investigate, and subpoena witnesses for pre-trial hearings, bench trials, jury trial for misdemeanor criminal dockets and juvenile dockets. Prepares paperwork for misdemeanor criminal cases and juvenile misdemeanor and/or felony cases. Cooperates with the County Attorney Clerk to ensure functions of daily operations. Assist co-workers as needed.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements: Work will be performed indoors. Ability to remain upright for extended periods of time, ability to move 25 lbs., ability to move from office to courtrooms and other offices and ability to stop and reach above head.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications
•Associate Degree
•Minimum two years ‘experience in a prosecutor or criminal defense attorney office
•Submit to fingerprinting by Sheriff’s Department and criminal background check
Submit application and resume to Human Resource Director, 135 S. Main, Rusk, TX, 75785, (903) 683-5367 office, by fax to (903) 683-1186. Application can be obtained from the web at www.co.cherokee.tx.us and click on Jobs, or email hr@cocherokee.org. For a complete job description, contact the Human Resource Director. Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
08/05/19
Dispatcher
The Cherokee County Sheriffs Office has an immediate opening for a Dispatcher. This is a full time position in Rusk, Texas.
Position Summary: Receives emergency calls from the public requesting police, fire, medical or other emergency services. Determine the nature and location of the emergency and dispatch police, fire, ambulance or other emergency units as necessary.
Essential Functions of the Job:
•Answers phones and radio transmissions
•Files warrants
•Handles emergency calls
•Dispatches several departments including but not limited to: Sheriff’s department, city police, fire departments, wrecker services, state troopers, TX DOT
•Sends and receives teletypes, quality assurance, hit request/ confirmations
•Provides customer service and respond to complaints
•Record call log information into computer
•Maintains wrecker rotation logs
•Updates log books
•Logs comp entries
•Enters TCIC/NCIC entries
•Enters warrants, protective orders, stolen items and missing persons entries
•Assigns case numbers to call slips on officer request
•Maintains and tracks warrants
•Assist law enforcement personnel with documentation
•End of month storage
•Fax transmissions separated for inner office
•Additional duties as directed by commanding officers
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required to Perform the Essential Functions:
•Knowledge of county policies
•Excellent computer skills
•Excellent oral and written communication skills
•Ability to interact with other departments and the public
•Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
•Ability to receive, respond and direct radio traffic
•Knowledge of filing system
Work Environment & Physical Requirements: Work will be performed indoors. Ability to remain upright for extended periods of time
Recommended Minimum Qualifications:
•High School Diploma or equivalent
•Tele-Communicator training
•TCIC/NCIC training
Please apply in person at the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department, 272 Underwood St., Rusk, Texas. Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Applications are also available online. This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
10/17/18
Machine Operator I (PCT 2)
Precinct 2 is seeking a Machine Operator I. This position requires the operation and maintenance of heavy machinery. Tasks will include the repair of roads, mowing road right of ways, installation and cleaning of culverts and storm drains, drive trucks, clean building and grounds, change flat tires, haul concrete, shovel hot mix, wash trucks, cut trees and other duties as assigned. Applicants must possess the knowledge and ability to operate and maintain equipment. They must also have knowledge of road construction and building. This is an outdoor work environment. Applicants must have the ability to move up to 80 lbs, climb, stoop, bend, twist, remain upright and move for extended periods of time. For a complete job description, contact the Human Resource Director.
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Applications can be obtained online at www.co.cherokee.tx.us or at the office of the Human Resource Director. Submit application and resume to Human Resource Director, 135 S. Main St., Rusk, TX 75785. Fax to (903)683-1186 or email hr@cocherokee.org. Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Cherokee County participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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