Campus Police Officer

District Wide; Dimmitt (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimmitt ISD District Wide in Dimmitt, Texas, is seeking a Campus Police Officer to protect students, staff and visitors on campus. The officer enforces laws, responds to incidents, conducts investigations, and collaborates with local agencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Texas Peace Officer License (TCOLE), and a valid Texas driver's license. The role reports to the DISD Police Chief and requires strong judgment and communication with youth and adults.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of criminal investigation, police report writing, and criminal laws.
• Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs.
• Bonded as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h) and ability to pass required tests.

Responsibilities

• Respond to campus crisis calls and reports of crime.
• Investigate offenses within the district's jurisdiction and preserve evidence.
• Arrest perpetrators and file charges; ensure placement in jail or juvenile detention as needed.
• Write legal incident reports and testify in court as required.
• Coordinate with other agencies and provide traffic control at events.
• Escort district personnel and operate equipment including firearms per safety procedures.

Skills

Criminal investigation

Police report writing

Criminal law

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Peace Officer License (TCOLE)

Texas driver’s license

Job description

Campus Police Officer

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Job Details

Job ID: 5614875

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

Purpose:

Located on campus to protect all students, personnel, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism. Enforces all laws including municipal ordinances, county ordinances, and state laws. Works independently. Reports to Dimmitt ISD Chief of Police.

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

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

Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

General knowledge of criminal investigation, police report writing, and criminal laws

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

Bonded as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h)

Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug tests

Ability to work well with youth and adults

Experience:

Background in law enforcement or related work experience

Duties:

Respond to all calls from campuses concerning crisis situations, accidents, and reports of crime.

Investigate criminal offenses occurring within district's jurisdiction. Collect and preserve evidence for criminal investigations including witness statements and physical evidence.

Arrest perpetrators, file appropriate charges, and ensure placement in jail or juvenile detention centers for law violations as necessary.

Write effective legal incident reports.

Testify in court as needed.

Work cooperatively with other police agencies to share information and provide other assistance. Help provide traffic control at athletic events, school closings or openings, or at any other time.

Provide protection to or escort district personnel as needed.

Operate all equipment including firearms according to established safety procedures.

Use sound judgment and effectively communicate with and elicit information from emotionally distraught students, staff, parents, and citizens.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Joe Porter , DISD Police Chief
• District Wide
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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