Police Officer

Humble, TX
Humble Independent School District

Salary: $61,206 to $88,038

Position Summary:

Provides police support such as patrolling district property to protect all students, personnel, and visitors from physical harm and prevent loss due to theft or vandalism. Enforces all laws including municipal ordinances, county ordinances, and State laws. Responds to 911 emergency and non-emergency situations

Essential Functions:

  • Commit to, honor, and enforce applicable Board policy, mission and vision of the District and Police Department.
  • Investigate assigned criminal complaints.
  • Assist in the protection of students, staff and District property.
  • Serve as a law enforcement resource to students and District personnel.
  • Provide a general and consistent adult and law enforcement presence at critical locations on District facilities.
  • Provide a roving patrol of District assets when not assigned to a specific task.
  • Respond to calls for service during and after regular school hours.
  • Respond to civil disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, fire, etc (where District personnel are required).
  • Inform the Chief of Police of all conditions that affect the safety and security of students, staff, and District property.
  • Patrol assigned campuses and respond to all calls from local school principals or designees regarding crisis situations, accidents, and reports of crimes within district jurisdiction.
  • Assist staff with after-hour functions upon request.
  • Enforce all laws of both felony and misdemeanor degree of Federal, State, and local origin.
  • Investigate motor vehicle traffic accidents or criminal offenses and stop and identify suspicious persons and/or vehicles.
  • Assist the Transportation Department with problem bus stop areas and /or chronic disruptions on school buses upon request.
  • Fulfull telecommunication duties when necessary.
  • Write effective legal incident reports, collect evidence as necessary for supporting criminal investigations and apprehend offenders.
  • Collect and preserve evidence for criminal investigations including witness statements and physical evidence.
  • Arrest perpetrators, file appropriate charges, and ensure proper and safe placement in police vehicle or holding area.
  • Help provide traffic control at athletic events, school functions, school crossings or openings or at any other time as assigned.
  • Provide protection to or escort district personnel as needed.
  • Operate vehicle, if assigned, and all equipment including firearms according to established safety procedures.
  • Testify in court as needed.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • College coursework in criminal justice, police management or equivalent from an accredited college or university recognized by the US Department of Education or advanced training from another police agency preferred
  • Valid Texas Peace Officer License issued by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officers (TCLOE) – Basic Proficiency Certification o Consideration given to a TCLOE license or license from another state with a General Discharge, Honorable Discharge or the equivalent notation from previous law enforcement agency.
  • Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
  • Must be eligible to be bonded as required by Texas Education Code Section 37.08 (h)
  • Must not have a criminal history record
  • Must successfully pass a pre-employment battery of testing that includes Texas Peace Officer background check, firearms qualification, and psychological, physical, and drug examinations
  • Must possess adequate visual acuity and hearing ability sufficient to read, write, hear, and speak clearly in person and over communications
  • Must be able to work day, evening and night shifts with varied days off.
  • Two years of successful law enforcement experience as a Commissioned Peace Officer preferred