District Police Officer
Salary: $29 to $40,46 Hourly
Position Summary:
Demonstrate a commitment to the education of our youth and to maintain an appropriate learning environment through the protection of students, employees and property.
Essential Functions:
- Prepare police reports; identify and report potential safety and security hazards, conduct initial investigations, and act on community and district concerns.
- Collaborate with district and campus staff who oversee safety protocols.
- Follow the department’s safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms.
- Patrol district property to protect all students, staff, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism.
- Follow the district Emergency Response Guide and Emergency Operations Procedures (EOP).
- Maintain secured property room for storage of weapons and contraband confiscated on district property.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
- Perform all duties outlined in district procedures, rules and regulations, and policies.
- Work any hours, shifts, days or assignments given to include holidays, weekends, etc. as designated by supervisor.
- Serves as an appropriate, positive role model for students.
- Ability to demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for a student-centered environment.
- Perform special duty assignments, overtime, protective details and all other duties required.
- Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job.
- Follow all safety and security procedures.
- Work effectively within a team.
Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED(recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
- Active certification as a Police Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education (TCOLE).
- Meet minimal requirement for TCOLE SRO Certification Renewal annually.
- Valid Texas driver’s license and good driving record. Meet and maintain liability coverage and eligibility.
- Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee.