Job Title Police Officer Exemption StatusTest ExemptProfessionalReports to Chief of Police Date Revised May 14 2019Dept.School CISD Police Dept.Primary PurposeThe Police Officer supports and facilitates the educational process within the Community Independent School District by providing a safe and secure environment through building and establishing meaningful relationships with students and staff and proactively interacting with the school community to ensure the enforcement of city and state laws preservation of public order protection of life and the prevention detection or investigation of crime. The incumbent will work effectively with students parents school personnel and community agencies to support teaching and learning in the schools. The Police Officer will patrol district property to protect students staff and visitors from physical harm and prevent loss to district property resulting from criminal activity.QualificationsExperienceEducationCertificationHigh school diploma or GED AND one of the following three requirementsSixty 60 hours of college education from a regionally accredited university or college with a 2.5 or higher overall grade point average GPAThree 3 years of active duty U.S. military service with an Honorable Discharge orTwo 2 years of full-time law enforcement service in the United States as a Police Officer.Applicants must also meet the following criteriaPossess a Basic Peace Officer Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officer TCOLE and have met all previous continuing education requirements set by TCOLE and less than 180 day break in service.Possess a valid Texas Class C Driver License.Be a U.S. Citizen at time of application.Be 21 years of age.Be able to work various shifts including nights holidays and weekends.Pass a physical examination and drug screen.Meet all legal requirements for future licensing and certification required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement TCOLE. For a complete list of the states licensing requirements please visit TCOLE at www.tcole.texas.govMust be able to work flexible hours evenings and staggered shifts holidays and weekends andor in emergency situations and to direct trafficpedestrians crossing busy streets around schools or on school grounds when necessary ability to investigate suspicious circumstances persons vehicles etc. Required to work during evenings weekends and athletic events as assigned by the Chief to provide maximum security coverage must be able to work in inclement weather and able to walk run climb crawl or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues that arise in the schools must be able to effectively communicate with both public and school personnel extensive communications verbal and written with students staff and internalexternal stakeholders is required will be responsible for managing behavior of victims witnesses and others when handling or responding to incidents requires the use of sound judgment ability to work with youth and adults ability to teach mini-courses to youth and adults. Knowledge of Texas Criminal and Traffic Code City and County Ordinances Criminal Procedures Juvenile Law and court proceedings Must pass criminal history and background investigation psychological and medical condition test.Major Responsibilities and DutiesPatrol district property for suspicious activity unauthorized persons on campus or unauthorized entry after hours.Provide in-service training to help administrators be better prepared to deal with security &ndashrelated matters and serve as a wrap-around services team member to support student success.Work closely with the principal and staff of the school to foster a better understanding of the law enforcement function to maintain a secure learning environment. Proactively work with the school&rsquos leadership team and collaborate with school&rsquos administrative team on safety protocols and procedures.Serve as a visible and active law enforcement officer on campus dealing with law-related areas such as drugs traffic trespassing fighting and thefts. Enforce campusdistrict rules and regulations.Conduct routine patrols of assigned facilities to include buildings parking lots and district owned leased or rented property Operate district equipment to include alarm systems surveillance equipment and vehicles when necessary.Take law enforcement action to protect against unwanted intruders. Identify and prevent through counseling and referral delinquent behavior. Make arrests when necessary to protect students staff and school property.Work collaboratively with public safety agencies to serve as a liaison between school and community to deter criminal and delinquent behavior.Conduct courses and workshops for students staff and parents to promote social awareness relationship skills self-management self-awareness and responsible decision making.Coordinate security for crowd and vehicle control at extra-curricular activities and special events. Monitor and instruct students visitors and district personnel on proper and lawful campus or facility behavior. Help to define and maintain a respectful code of conduct.Assist other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact the safety of the environment for students and staff. Serve as the initial first responder and school safety coordinator for campus emergencies.Respond to calls on crimes against person or property in progress report crimes that have already occurred and intrusionfire alarms perform investigations e.g. gather and preserve evidence take statements. Prepare written reports maintain daily logs and obtain and serve arrest and search warrants as necessary testify in court as required.Subdue offenders and criminals by using the minimum amount of force needed to protect the officer and other persons.Provide classroom presentations on crime prevention and fundamental concepts and structure of the law.Provide instructions and directions to others as it pertains to law enforcement matters and emergency situations.Conduct security building assessments for schools guard check and secure doors rooms buildings and equipment.Operate a two-way radio and qualify with a department issued firearm.Provide executive protection as necessary.Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel and school administrators.Maintain knowledge and compliance with District and departmental policies protocols and practices.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneThis document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.