Primary Purpose:

Establish and administer security regulations and procedures to protect students, staff, and property. Supervise and oversee an adequately staffed, trained, and equipped force of certified police officers. Ensure enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances and coordinate with outside law enforcement agencies.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Texas Peace Officer license issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)

Successful completion of training required by Texas Education Code (TEC) §96.641 and Texas Occupation Code §1701.2633***

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Advanced knowledge of overall operations of a police department

Advanced knowledge of criminal investigations, police report writing, and criminal law

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs

Bondable as required by TEC §37.081(h)

Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

5 years’ experience as a fully commissioned police officer

Law enforcement experience in supervisory or command capacity preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Department Management

1. Direct the daily operations of the district police department to ensure effective law enforcement.
2. Coordinate enforcement activities with outside law enforcement agencies, other department directors, and campus principals and work cooperatively to develop and implement preventative security programs, gang management plans, and other safety programs.

Law Enforcement

1. Ensure enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the scope of board policy and the jurisdiction of district.
2. Oversee investigation of criminal activities occurring within the district’s jurisdiction and support other agencies conducting investigations.
3. Serve as district liaison to state and local law enforcement agencies and juvenile authorities and represent the district on assigned committees and task forces.

Safety

1. Develop department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms.
2. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Personnel Management

1. Prepare, review, and revise police department job descriptions.

Administration

1. Maintain property for storage of weapons and contraband confiscated on district property.
2. Compile and administer department budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.