Police Officer

Primary Purpose: Patrols district property to protect all students, personnel, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism. Enforces all laws including municipal ordinances, county ordinances, and state laws. Works independently.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Law Enforcement

• Patrol assigned campus(es) and routes walking or driving within the District’s jurisdiction to protect students, staff, visitors, and District property.
• Respond to all calls from campuses concerning crisis situations, accidents, and reports of crime.
• Serve as a law enforcement resource to students and District personnel.
• Investigate criminal offenses occurring within the District’s jurisdiction.
• Secure crime scenes and collect and preserve evidence for criminal investigations including witness statements and physical evidence.
• Arrest perpetrators, file appropriate charges, and ensure placement in jail or juvenile detention centers for law violations as necessary.
• Testify in court as needed.
• Work cooperatively with other police agencies to share information and provide other assistance.

Safety

• Coordinate security for special events when required.
• Help provide traffic control at athletic events, school closings or openings, or at any other time.
• Provide protection to or escort district personnel as needed.
• Operate all equipment including firearms according to established safety procedures.
• Use sound judgment and effectively communicate with and elicit information from emotionally distraught students, staff, parents, and citizens.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Through the standard chain of command, inform the Chief of Police of all conditions which affect the safety and security of students, staff, and District property.

Administration

• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.
• Attendance at work is an essential function.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.

EXPERIENCE:

• Background in law enforcement or related work experience

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Texas Peace Officer License issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• General knowledge of criminal investigation, police report writing, and criminal laws
• Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs
• Bonded as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h)
• Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug tests
• Ability to work well with youth and adults

OTHER INFORMATION:

Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearms, handcuffs, security equipment, two-way radio, alarm system and other security equipment, fire extinguisher, and standard office equipment including computer and peripherals. Working Conditions: Mental/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Moderate lifting and carrying (15 – 44 pounds); prolonged sitting and standing; strenuous walking and climbing; frequent keyboarding/mouse; prolonged driving. Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); moderate exposure to noise; frequent districtwide travel; specific hearing and visual requirements; may be subject to adverse and hazardous working conditions including violent and armed confrontations; ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; maintain emotional control under stress; prolonged hours; on call 24 hours a day.

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

GROUP / GRADE: Wage/Hour Status: Hourly; Reports To: Police Sergeant; Date Revised: August 2023