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Harris County Sheriff Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Detention Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

$38K - $52K/yr

The Harris County Sheriff's Office primary responsibility to the citizens of Harris County is to house those individuals awaiting trial, or commitment to the Texas Department of Corrections.

The Harris County Sheriff's Office primary responsibility to the citizens of Harris County is to house those individuals awaiting trial, or commitment to the Texas Department of Corrections.

The Harris County Sheriff's Office primary responsibility to the citizens of Harris County is to house those individuals awaiting trial, or commitment to the Texas Department of Corrections.

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How much do harris county sheriff jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for harris county sheriff in the United States is $112,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Harris County Sheriff job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 22% As Needed, 22% Full Time, 11% Temporary, and 45% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,878 per year, or $54.3 per hour.
Harris County Sheriff's Office Career Opportunities

Harris County Sheriff's Office Career Opportunities

Harris County, TX

TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Harris County rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 118 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

300th of 649 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

Location : Various Locations, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 04377
Department: Sheriff's Office
Opening Date: 07/18/2019
Position Description
Welcome and thank you for your interest in HCSO Career Opportunities with Harris County, Texas!
Join us in our mission to enhance the safety and protect the trust of the citizens of Harris County by enforcing the law with integrity and professionalism.
Make a career in Law Enforcement with us!
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HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Wellness Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
  • Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
  • One (1) floating holiday per year
  • Paid Parental Leave*
  • Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
  • Professional learning & development opportunities
  • Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
  • Flexible work schedule*
  • METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

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Harris County is the third largest county in the United States with more than 4.7 million residents. There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of the Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county's government.

Industry

Public administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

2000

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