Police Officer

Montgomery, TX
Montgomery ISD

Position Summary:

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.

Essential Functions:

  1. Patrol assigned campus(es) and routes walking or driving within district jurisdiction.
  2. Respond to all calls from campuses concerning crisis situations, accidents, and reports of crime.
  3. Investigate 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 to share information and provide other assistance.
  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.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Texas Peace Officer License issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) National Incident Management System (NIMS) compliant.
  • 2 Years of Law Enforcement experience in an educational environment preferred.
  • Truancy experience preferred.