JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY
Patrols city facilities, parks, and surrounding areas to ensure the safety of citizens. Enforces city ordinances and state laws. Reports to designated sergeant.

The San Marcos Marshals Office also offers the following benefits:

Overtime - Time and a Half Pay

Holiday Pay

All Equipment Provided

Take Home Vehicle (as policy allows)

ATV Patrols

Motor Unit

Drone Team

Training Opportunities

Plus all City of San Marcos Additional Benefits

Multiple openings are available for this position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Patrol all city facilities, parks, streets, and surrounding areas by foot, kayak, ATV, vehicle, or motorcycle, to ensure the safety of citizens. Enforces city ordinances and state laws. Issues verbal and written warnings, parking citations, and criminal citations, remove and/or arrest violators. Works special events. Works directly with the public to ensure proactive voluntary compliance with city ordinances and state laws. Regulates parking issues by several methods including, but not limited to, traffic control, signage, road barrier controls, citations, and physical controls. Coordinates with internal and external agencies for special events and emergencies. Attends meetings and training sessions, as required. Performs security duties for the municipal court as needed. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
DECISION MAKING

• Ability to make decisions in emergency situations.
• Ability to take appropriate actions during citizen contacts.
• Considerable knowledge of methods used with the public regarding city ordinances and state law to gain compliance.
• Extensive contacts with various diversified sectors of the public environment; wherein the contacts are of major importance.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt an effective and reasonable course of action.
• Ability to communicate policy, ordinances, routine, and emergency traffic.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, department policies, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of the use and care of equipment and vehicles used by the Marshal’s Office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic Certification as a Texas Peace Officer is required.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record in compliance with the City’s driving policy.
• 2 years of honorable service with a Law Enforcement agency.
• Ability to swim is required.
• TCOLE Peace Officer license, Basic or higher is required.
• Complete the ATV Safety Institute course within 12 months of employment.
• Must be able to successfully complete the department’s Field Training Program in six months or less.

PREFERRED:

• Ability to commit for two full calendar years on patrol prior to transferring to another division is preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision, hearing, and talking constantly; standing, walking, and handling frequently; sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, fine dexterity, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, and foot controls occasionally; running occasionally.

Working conditions include exposure to variable and/or extreme weather conditions, infectious diseases, and potentially hostile/violent individuals are involved.

Public Contact

Ability to take appropriate actions during citizen contacts. Considerable knowledge of methods used with the public regarding city ordinances and state law to gain compliance. Extensive contacts with various diversified sectors of the public environment; wherein, the contacts are of major importance .

Safety Sensitive Position.

The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance. 2023 Benefits Guide

BENEFITS
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

• United Healthcare
  • Choice Plus PPO Plan
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Wellness Initiatives
  • Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
  • Dental Plan
• Davis Vision Insurance
  • Base Vision Plan
  • Premium Vision Plan
  • Laser Vision Correction discounts

Retirement

• Texas MunicipalRetirement System (TMRS)
• Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Flexible Spending Accounts
• City paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Activity Center Membership
• Direct Deposit

The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services.

Closing Date/Time: 5/16/2025 11:59 PM Central

City of San Marcos, TX

512-393-8060