Peace Officer

Peace OfficerPatrols district property to protect all students, personnel, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism. Enforce all laws including municipal ordinances, county ordinances and state laws and works independently. The primary purpose also applies to peace officer assigned to night patrol.Qualifications:High school diploma or GEDTexas Peace Officer License issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)Valid Texas driver's licenseSpecial Knowledge/Skills:General knowledge of criminal investigation, police report writing, and criminal lawsTraining and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffsBonded as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h)Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug testsAbility to work well with youth and adultsAbility to follow verbal and written instructionsAbility to communicate effectivelyPossess strong organizational and time management skillsExperience:Experience in law enforcement or related work experienceMajor Responsibilities and Duties:1. Patrol all district and district properties, campus(es) and routes walking or driving within district jurisdiction (Peace Officer assigned to nights).2. Respond to all calls from campuses concerning crisis situations, accidents, and reports of crime.3. Investigate all criminal offenses that occur within district's jurisdiction.4. Collect and preserve evidence for criminal investigations including witness statements and physical evidence.5. Arrest perpetrators, file appropriate charges, and ensure placement in jail or juvenile detention centers for law violations as necessary.6. Write effective legal incident reports.7. Testify in court as needed.8. Work cooperatively with other police agencies and Fire Department to share information and provide other assistance. (Peace Officer assigned to nights).9. Help provide traffic control at athletic events, school closings or openings, or at any other time.10. Provide protection to or escort district personnel as needed.11. Operate all equipment including firearms according to established safety procedures.12. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.13. Assist law enforcement personnel as needed. (Peace Officer assigned to nights)14. Notify Police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate attention. (Peace Officer assigned to nights).15. Report all illegal infractions to Supervisor.16. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.17. Maintain confidentiality of information.Supervisory Responsibilities: NoneEquipment Used:District vehicle, firearm, handcuffs, alarm system, fire extinguisher, security equipment, personal computer, typewriter, and copier.Working Conditions:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Maintain emotional control under stress. Strenuous walking, standing and climbing ability to operate a motor vehicle; specific hearing and visual requirements; ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. May be subject to adverse any hazardous working conditions including violent and armed confrontations. Work outdoors in varying climate conditions; drive in all different areas of district at odd hours; on call 24 hours a day.