By departmental policy, Reserve Deputies must commit to a minimum of 16 hours of duty assignments per month and attend monthly reserve meetings when scheduled. Additionally, they are required to pass annual firearms qualifications, maintain their Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification, and be available for special assignments or emergency situations. Many Reserve Deputies go above and beyond, volunteering significantly more time than the minimum requirement.
Requirements to Become a Reserve Deputy Sheriff
All Reserve Deputies with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office must hold certification from TCOLE, granting them the status of Texas peace officers. This means they possess the same arrest powers as full-time deputies and must meet the same hiring, background, medical, and psychological standards required by law.
We seek applicants with a strong commitment to serving Fort Bend County, exceptional maturity, and a proven track record of excellence—whether in law enforcement or another profession. However, it is important to note that the application process is rigorous, involving extensive documentation, testing, and a full background investigation, mirroring the procedures for full-time deputy hires.
Individuals who do not meet the basic qualifications for appointment as a Texas peace officer, or who have not graduated from a peace officer academy (and are therefore not licensed or eligible for TCOLE licensing), are not qualified to serve as a Reserve Deputy.
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