Detention Services Sergeant

Detention Services Sergeant

Salary

$29.41 Hourly

Location

Police Department - 777 N. Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2600369

Department

Police Technical Services

Division

Police Technical Services

Opening Date

09/04/2026

Closing Date

10/4/2026 4:00 PM Central

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $29.41/hr.

To supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for providing services within the Police Department; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility. To participate in a variety of semi-skilled tasks involved in the processing of prisoners for detention in the municipal detention facility; to oversee the safety and well-being of all prisoners; and to provide responsible administrative and technical support to the detention function in a stressful environment.

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SUPERVISION

Detention Sergeant is a civilian position. It is subordinate in rank to all sworn supervisors and is responsible for the supervision of detention officers. General supervision is provided by a Police Lieutenant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of subordinates.
• Act as the responsible supervisor when needed on an overtime basis.
• If needed, notify a sworn supervisor of arrest reports in need of approval.
• Monitor the safety of all detained persons in the custody of the Mesquite Police Department. Immediately act when the safety of any person in the custody of the Mesquite Police Department is in jeopardy.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of the detention staff.
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; recommend and implement discipline procedures; conduct performance appraisals as assigned.
• Prepare various reports on activities; attend meetings.
• Monitor cells regularly to determine prisoner well-being.
• Use departmental computer equipment to input, review and obtain records, information and other various data.
• Review program, project, and report progress. Ensure that all subordinate staff comply with departmental regulations and policies; assist with investigations regarding subordinate staff conduct; assist in monitoring career development and training for all assigned staff.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement; and participate on department boards and committees.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of all assigned departmental equipment and supplies; inspect equipment regularly; maintain appropriate inventory levels of supplies and materials; and may assist in monitoring facility maintenance.
• May supervise activities and programs for personnel training; maintain employee training records; monitor and conduct classes; evaluate and revise lesson plans; and review personnel progress in programs.
• Participate in investigations of allegations of misconduct by department personnel.
• Respond to internal or external requests for information about departmental matters.
• Participate in the preparation of and administration of the department budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Notarize legal documents as necessary.
• Assist with processing police records as assigned.
• Answers and directs public inquiries in person or on the phone.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement, jail operations, corrections, or a related field.

Prior supervisory experience is preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid drivers license.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Various

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, Dental HMO Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.

The City is self-insured and offers a choice of two medical plans: HSA, and High Deductible Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the Citys self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.

For more information about the City of Mesquites employee benefits, please visit: http://www.cityofmesquite.com/hrbenefits

01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

How many years of experience do you have working in law enforcement, jail operations, corrections, or a related field.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years tot less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• More than 6 years

03

Indicate the number of years of supervisory experience.

• No experience
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

04

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you ever been convicted of any family violence offense?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you ever been convicted of an offense with the grade of felony?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you operated a vehicle while impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance?

• Yes
• No

08

If so, how many times in your lifetime have you operated a vehicle while impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance?

• Not applicable
• Less than 5 times
• 5 times to less than 10 times
• 10 times to less than 15 times
• 15 times to less than 20 times
• 20 or more times

09

If yes, how long ago was the last incident you operated a vehicle while impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance?

• Not applicable
• Less than 6 months
• More than 6 months but less than 1 year ago
• 1 year but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• More than 5 years

10

Are you prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition?

• Yes
• No

11

Have you ever been placed on court ordered community supervision or probation for an offense of the grade of felony?

• Yes
• No

12

Have you ever set a fire that could be construed as arson?

• Yes
• No

13

Have you ever used or tried marijuana?

• Yes
• No

14

If yes, how many times in your lifetime have you used or tired marijuana?

• Not applicable
• Less than 5 times
• 5 to less than 10 times
• 10 to less than 15 times
• 15 to less than 20 times
• 20 or more times

15

If yes, please select the most recent date of marijuana use?

• Not applicable
• Less than 3 months
• 3 months to less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 9 months
• 9 months to less than 12 months
• More than 1 year ago

16

Have you ever used or tried cocaine?

• Yes
• No

17

If yes, how many times in your lifetime have you used or tired cocaine?

• Not applicable
• Less than 3 times
• 3 to less than 7 times
• 7 to less than 10 times
• More than 10 times

18

If yes, please select the most recent date of cocaine use?

• Not applicable
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 10 years
• More than 10 years

19

Have you ever used or tried heroin?

• Yes
• No

20

Have you ever used or tried hallucinogenic drug?

• Yes
• No

21

Have you ever intentionally used or tried ecstasy?

• Yes
• No

22

Have you ever intentionally used an inhalant to become intoxicated?

• Yes
• No

23

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

24

Are you at least 18 years of age or will you be at the time of hire?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Mesquite

Address 1515 N Galloway Ave

Mesquite, Texas, 75149

Phone 9722166218

Website http://www.cityofmesquite.com