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Deputy City Marshal
Galveston, Texas United States City of Galveston, TX Full Time Dec 11, 2025
Employer:
City of Galveston, TX
Imagine yourself as an Islander living in an elegant Victorian home or on a shady, oak-lined street on the Island’s east end, or in a home overlooking the sparkling Gulf of Mexico on the west end. There is a variety of rental property to choose from throughout the Island, from Galveston has the amenities of a larger city, but with tight-knit small town friendliness. Its ethnically diverse citizens have worked together to make their city better since the early days of its founding in 1836. When faced with adversity, Galvestonians unite to solve whatever obstacles may arise. Non-profit organizations and community groups offer a variety of volunteer opportunities regardless of your interests or desired area of service. The Island has a multifaceted economic base with expanding job markets in tourism, the medical field, marine-related fields, as well as other areas. Education, banking, insurance and marine industries also are job fields that contribute to the strong, diverse economy. Island life is enhanced by the absence of drive-time traffic reports on the radio and heavy traffic delays. The major thoroughfares are rarely heavily congested, even during peak times. And it takes no more than 15-20 minutes to get anywhere you want to go on the Island. All this time saved driving to work and running errands can be spent enjoying Island life.
Job Description
An island community rich in history and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work and raise a family!
Job Description
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the Deputy City Marshal enforces compliance of City, state and federal codes and ordinances; performs housing, environmental and zoning inspections.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Conducts daily inspections of nuisances, locating and inspecting unsafe structures and fences in need of repair, researching the current ownership and verification of violations for properties, preparing cases not resulting in criminal charges for abatement, maintaining an awareness of projects needing permits, and submitting liens for recording at the County Clerk’s office.
- Provide building security at City Hall and bailiff duties for Municipal Court.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Reviews documentation reports for accuracy and compliance with City ordinance and other applicable Laws
- Act as a liaison with other outside agencies, the public, and between management and subordinate personnel.
- Contact and coordinate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders, disaster preparedness, training, information systems and records management.
- Anticipate libelous situations; reduce or eliminate civil exposure.
- Answer questions from the public concerning local and State and Federal laws, procedures, and activities of the department; participate in community meetings, including oral presentations.
- Investigates complaints concerning shift personnel.
- Employees may at time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.
- Establishes priorities to coordinate, plan, organize and complete work in accordance with sound time-management methodology.
- Provides liaison services with local, state and federal officials and local neighborhood groups.
- Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
- Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge:- City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
- Modern police administration principles, practices and techniques.
- Law enforcement best practices.
- Practices and principles of community policing within a multi-ethnic community structure.
- Criminal laws, codes and ordinances and court interpretations, including rights of citizens, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure and rules of evidence.
- Land Development Regulations, City Municipal codes, State and Federal applicable laws.
- Advanced management techniques for effective employee supervision
- Diverse skills related to community policing, community relations and advanced conflict resolution.
- Knowledge of management and administrative principles, techniques, and methodologies.
- Interpret, convey, and ensure implementation of Department policies, procedures, and methods; ensure that personnel have clear guidelines of authority and responsibility.
- Knowledge of methods and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and code enforcement prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, records management, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Texas local government codes.
Skill in:- Managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
- Building effective work teams and providing efficient customer service.
- Understanding and applying City policies and procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.
- Explaining City policies and procedures.
- Managing staff, delegating tasks and authority, and providing coaching to improve staff performance.
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, and one year of experience in building inspection and code enforcement is a plus. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License and TCOLE license, as well as the ability to obtain the Texas Code Enforcement Officer License within one year of employment. Must have completed a field training program from an accredited law enforcement agency and have two (2) years law enforcement experience.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:- Licensed Texas Basic Texas Peace Officer
- Texas Licensed Code Enforcement Officer (Must be obtained within one year)
- Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed both in an indoor and outdoor work environment. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 160 pounds.
Compensation Range
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The City of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and will consider only the qualifications of the applicants. The City does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or physical/mental disability in employment or provision services.Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.
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