Police Officer

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university preferred; college hours in Criminal Justice recommended
• Valid Texas driver license; meet and maintain automobile insurance liability eligibility
• School Resource Officer certification preferred
• Mental Health Officer certification preferred
• Current Texas Peace Officer license issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE); Intermediate Peace Officer certification preferred
• Bondable, as required by Texas Education Code § 37.081
• Three years previous experience in full-time law enforcement preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

• Possess an understanding of the Texas Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Texas Family Code and Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code
• Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug testing
• Ability to record information
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work effectively with juveniles and the public at large, exercising sensitivity to special needs children
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve, think critically, and manage conflict
• Ability to think clearly and respond calmly and effectively in escalating situations
• Working knowledge of criminal investigations, police reports, and criminal laws

Essential Job functions:

• Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms, non-lethal weapons, and handcuffs.
• Exhibit a high level of personal integrity and display high ethical standards.
• Operate a computer to develop databases and do word processing.
• Actively monitor interior and exterior of campus for unauthorized persons.
• Instruct in classroom setting (IE: traffic stop education, bullying, dating violence)
• Respond to calls for service which may include theft, criminal mischief, disturbances, or other disorders on school district sites.
• Conduct initial and follow-up investigations (or assist with same)
• Assist in developing and implementing school safety programs.
• Promote crime prevention and traffic safety programs.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and campus policies affecting schools, including daily attendance, punctuality, and confidentiality.
• Assist other local law enforcement and fire agencies, as required or requested.
• Assist school administration with alleged criminal violations committed by students, when requested.
• Regularly confer with teachers, counselors, campus administrators, and other staff to identify problems and/or suspected criminal behavior.
• Maintain contact with and act as a liaison to local law enforcement agencies.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including records of all cases investigated and reports required by law.
• Comply with all district routines and regulations.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors, colleagues, students, and parents.
• Provide traffic control at athletic events, school closings/openings, or as otherwise required.
• Provide escorts or accompany students, parents, or district staff, as needed.
• Work effectively and efficiently with a team.
• Follow safety and security procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:

District vehicle and related equipment, handcuffs, issued firearms, fire extinguishers, security and alarm equipment, two-way radios, computers and other office equipment

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions
• Constant contact involving students, district personnel, visitors, and other members of the public

Physical Demands:

• Lifting (45 pounds and over)
• Carrying (45 pounds and over)
• Sitting
• Standing
• Bending/Stooping
• Kneeling
• Pushing/Pulling
• Repetitive hand motions
• Keyboarding/mouse
• Speaking clearly
• Hearing

Environmental Factors:

• Work inside/outside
• Frequent district-wide travel
• Work around machinery with moving parts
• Exposure to electrical hazards
• Exposure to temperature extremes
• Exposure to humidity extremes
• Exposure to biological hazards
• Exposure to chemical hazards
• Work on slippery surfaces
• Work prolonged or irregular hours

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