What are the responsibilities and job description for the POLICE CHIEF position at Pulaski County Schools?
BASIC FUNCTION:
Plan, organize and coordinate a variety of law enforcement activities for the Pulaski County Schools
Police Department including enforcing state statutes, protection of life and property, suppression of
criminal activity, apprehension and prosecution of offenders, regulation of non-criminal conduct,
preservation of public peace, enforcement of traffic and parking regulations and conduct investigations;
supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned subordinates.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
? Supervise and participate in a variety of law enforcement activities for the Pulaski County
Schools Police Department; exercise authority consistent with statutory obligations and comply
with lawful orders.
? Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned subordinates; assist and provide resource
information as needed to assure proper completion of assigned tasks; instruct and assign
officers to investigate and suppress illegal activities.
? Prepare and complete accurate and thorough reports of crimes, vehicular accidents and other
incidents as necessary; assure accuracy, clarity and neatness of typed and written reports;
maintain accurate records of shift activities.
? Collaborate with district administration to ensure proper maintenance of the Division vehicles
and other equipment.
? Assist other law enforcement officers as needed.
? Maintain confidentiality of records and information according to established procedures.
? Assist injured persons and determine appropriate action; respond to emergency situations.
? Collaborate with district/school administration to attend and conduct parent conferences
regarding student criminal or code of conduct violations as needed.
? Prioritize school administrators' and staff requests for law enforcement coverage; develop and
implement methods of increasing security in and about the premises of school district facilities
and coordinate security programs; prepare officer assignment schedules for patrol, athletic
events and extra-curricular events as needed.
? Provide proper referrals for incidents occurring outside the officer's area of authority or
jurisdiction.
? Communicate with community, staff, parents and students to exchange information, coordinate
activities and resolve issues or conflicts; maintain positive public relations.
? Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:
? Elements and appropriate application of state statutes.
? Geographic area, District facilities, school personnel and community members of assigned
District.
? Applicable sections of the Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.
? School Risk Assessment Report and the School Safety and Resiliency Act
? Principles and practices of supervision and training.
? Oral and written communication skills.
? Public relations techniques.
? Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
? Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
? Basic first aid procedures.
ABILITY TO:
? Supervise a variety of law enforcement duties for an assigned District.
? Prepare and maintain accurate and complete reports of crimes, vehicular accidents and other
incidents.
? Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
? Plan and organize work.
? Prioritize and schedule work.
? Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
? Work cooperatively with others.
? Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
? Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
? Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
? Maintain current knowledge of effective law enforcement techniques and research.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field is preferred but not required. Ten years
responsible experience in law enforcement, with at least three of those years in a supervisory role or
any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite
knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Kentucky driver's license
Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certified
Plan, organize and coordinate a variety of law enforcement activities for the Pulaski County Schools
Police Department including enforcing state statutes, protection of life and property, suppression of
criminal activity, apprehension and prosecution of offenders, regulation of non-criminal conduct,
preservation of public peace, enforcement of traffic and parking regulations and conduct investigations;
supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned subordinates.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
? Supervise and participate in a variety of law enforcement activities for the Pulaski County
Schools Police Department; exercise authority consistent with statutory obligations and comply
with lawful orders.
? Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned subordinates; assist and provide resource
information as needed to assure proper completion of assigned tasks; instruct and assign
officers to investigate and suppress illegal activities.
? Prepare and complete accurate and thorough reports of crimes, vehicular accidents and other
incidents as necessary; assure accuracy, clarity and neatness of typed and written reports;
maintain accurate records of shift activities.
? Collaborate with district administration to ensure proper maintenance of the Division vehicles
and other equipment.
? Assist other law enforcement officers as needed.
? Maintain confidentiality of records and information according to established procedures.
? Assist injured persons and determine appropriate action; respond to emergency situations.
? Collaborate with district/school administration to attend and conduct parent conferences
regarding student criminal or code of conduct violations as needed.
? Prioritize school administrators' and staff requests for law enforcement coverage; develop and
implement methods of increasing security in and about the premises of school district facilities
and coordinate security programs; prepare officer assignment schedules for patrol, athletic
events and extra-curricular events as needed.
? Provide proper referrals for incidents occurring outside the officer's area of authority or
jurisdiction.
? Communicate with community, staff, parents and students to exchange information, coordinate
activities and resolve issues or conflicts; maintain positive public relations.
? Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:
? Elements and appropriate application of state statutes.
? Geographic area, District facilities, school personnel and community members of assigned
District.
? Applicable sections of the Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.
? School Risk Assessment Report and the School Safety and Resiliency Act
? Principles and practices of supervision and training.
? Oral and written communication skills.
? Public relations techniques.
? Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
? Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
? Basic first aid procedures.
ABILITY TO:
? Supervise a variety of law enforcement duties for an assigned District.
? Prepare and maintain accurate and complete reports of crimes, vehicular accidents and other
incidents.
? Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
? Plan and organize work.
? Prioritize and schedule work.
? Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
? Work cooperatively with others.
? Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
? Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
? Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
? Maintain current knowledge of effective law enforcement techniques and research.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field is preferred but not required. Ten years
responsible experience in law enforcement, with at least three of those years in a supervisory role or
any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite
knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Kentucky driver's license
Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certified
