Police Corporal

Position Summary:

The Police Corporal is responsible for assisting with the supervision of Security Officers or Police Officers patrolling 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.

Essential Functions:

1. Functions as a first line supervisory Corporal as assigned. Assume the role of supervisor in the absences of a Sergeant.
2. Oversees with the daily supervision of campus and patrol officers including emergency response.
3. Receive and review offense reports and complaint information.
4. Conduct preliminary investigations which includes visiting crime scene, drawing diagrams, taking photographs, gathering evidence and supporting documentation that surround alleged case.
5. Locate and interview complainants and witnesses to obtain written statements.
6. Assist in evidence and property system logging and disposition.
7. Collaborate with other Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies associated with related investigation matters.
8. Maintain log of daily and monthly investigation activities.
9. Administer crime prevention programs in schools and other District facilities.
10. Assist general public in investigation matters and issues within the jurisdiction of Humble ISD.
11. Respond to calls for service in a timely manner
12. Complete reports as necessary
13. Maintain a log of calls for service and campus duties
14. Maintain a neat and orderly work area (this includes the patrol vehicle)
15. Coordinate with patrol/campus officers, assistant principals and other school personnel to improve officer performance and officer safety
16. Make campus visits regularly to ensure officers (including security officers) are performing duties properly
17. Represent the department in court and meetings as necessary
18. Participate in department meetings as needed
19. Act as a liaison between the Police Department and campus administrators
20. Communicates with other Law Enforcement Agencies
21. Follows the district and department policies and procedures manual
22. Practices being discrete with juvenile information so as not to violate any Federal or State Laws
23. Shall report to work on time for scheduled shifts unless authorized prior to the assigned shift
24. Communicate to supervisor on charges filed, officer absences, major issues with campuses, etc.
25. Shall project a positive image when dealing with assistant principals, principals, counselors, parents, students, etc.
26. Shall qualify at least annually with department approved weapon for on duty and off duty

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 15 college coursework hours in Criminal Justice, Business Administration or closely related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the US Department of Education.
• College hours may be substituted for an equivalent combination of applicable education, training, and experience as approved by HR
• Minimum Intermediate Texas Peace Officer License (TCOLE)
• Must possess one of the following TCOLE certifications:
• Instructor
• Field Training Officer (FTO)
• Special Investigator
• Bonded as required by Texas Education Code §37.081
• Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and available transportation during entire workday to travel to sites in the Humble ISD area
• Two (2) years experience as a Commission Peace Officer and must be a senior officer prior to becoming a Corporal with a school district, university, State/Federal government agency, and/or hospital/city/county municipality