Investigator

Salary : $79,045.93 Annually
Location : 707 W Washington, Midland, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00676
Department: Warrants Services
Division: Warrants Services
Opening Date: 10/13/2026


Summary


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Serves or collects fines on all Justice of Peace and County Court capias pro fine misdemeanor warrants. Must work well with others and be willing to work odd hours.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves misdemeanor warrants, both in-county and out-of-county.
• Tracks down fugitives using any available means.
• Transports prisoners from various places in state back to Midland County.
• Assists Midland County Crime Stoppers with outstanding misdemeanor warrants.
• Maintains county vehicle
• Assists other law enforcement when requested.
• Regular and timely attendance is required

Qualifications, Education, and/or experience


To perform this job successfully, an individual must have a clean record with no prior arrest and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must live within 25 miles radius of office.


High school diploma or equivalent, plus at least one year of Patrol/Investigator experience. Basic peace officer certification, a valid Texas driver's license with an insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and/or ability


Must have a broad knowledge of court proceedings and processes, collections techniques, and customer service. Must have working knowledge of computer programs an office procedures. Computer knowledge, common sense, Texas penal code, code of criminal procedure, and supervisory and management knowledge. Knowledge of collections/accounts receivables, working with automated collections systems. Knowledge to work with various computer programs used by this office.


Operate computers; safely handle and qualify with various firearms; read reports, letters, and memos; operate a vehicle in various situations; physically restrain individuals; communicate effectively, both in person and over the phone; and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and other law enforcement personnel.
At Midland County, we believe taking care of our employees is essential to building a strong community. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Employees have access to competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement through TCDRS with employer matching, paid holidays and paid time off, and income protection benefits such as life and disability insurance. Additional resources include telehealth services, an Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts, and optional supplemental coverage for added peace of mind. Our goal is to provide benefits that help employees and their families stay healthy, plan for the future, and thrive both at work and at home.