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About Us

The Harris County Sheriff's Office, founded in 1837, is the largest sheriff's office in Texas and the third-largest in the nation. The HCSO has nearly 5,100 employees and 200 volunteer reservists dedicated to ensuring the safety of more than 4.1 million residents who call Harris County home. Harris County encompasses 1,788 square miles and includes 41 incorporated municipalities.

Core Value

  • Merit and maintain the public’s trust.

  • Embrace and deliver professional service.

  • Protect our citizens with honor and courage.

  • Exemplify ethical conduct at all times.

  • Develop, encourage, and care for our Sheriff’s Office family.

Contact Us

  • 1200 Baker Street Houston, TX
  • Emergency: 9-1-1
  • Sheriff.Gonzalez@sheriff.hctx.net
  • Non-Emergency: (713) 221-6000
  • Incarcerated Person Information:
    (713) 755-5300
  • Information Line: (346) 286-1600

Career

Thank you for your interest in joining our family! We are the largest sheriff's office in Texas and the third-largest in the nation.

Team Member Services
  • COVID-19 Employee Information
  • Extra-Employment Log-In
  • HCSO Academy
  • Annual Firearm & Taser Registration

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