Police Officer

Wichita, KS
Goddard Public Schools

Salary: $23.50/hr

Position Summary:

This is commissioned law enforcement work providing police protection at School District facilities.

Work involves enforcement of laws, rules, policies and regulations applying to the State of Kansas, School District, surrounding municipalities and units of government. Patrols assigned areas, exercises full law enforcement powers, conducts criminal investigations, collects evidence and prepares appropriate reports.

Essential Functions:

  • Security of all district grounds, property, and buildings is a primary responsibility. All board of education property should be checked with consistency before, during and after regular school hours to insure safety for students and staff members.
    Contact each school principal or his / her designee as needed to check on student, teacher, staff, parent or patron needs. Follow-up with appropriate building administrator regarding support given or information received concerning any special needs or requests.
  • Participate in the investigation of reports of crime, prepare appropriate reports, Conducts investigations and prepares pertinent documents to insure accurate reporting in accordance with uniform criminal reporting procedures.
    Provide assistance to USD 265 administrators on issues involving other law enforcement agencies conducting criminal investigations involving USD 265.
  • Respond to school district fire and security alarm systems as directed by the Chief of Police.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred, degree desirable, but not required.
  • Such experience and training as the Chief of Police and / or Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.
  • State of Kansas law enforcement certification.
  • Demonstrated aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.