Chief of Police

Region 8 ESC; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapel Hill Independent School District Central Office in Mount Pleasant, Texas seeks a Chief of Police to establish security regulations and supervise a staffed police force protecting students and staff.

The role requires a Texas Peace Officer license, TEC training, and leadership experience. Responsibilities include enforcing laws, coordinating with agencies, managing budgets, and ensuring safety district-wide.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Texas Peace Officer license (TCOLE) required.
• Completion of training required by TEC §96.641 and Texas Occupation Code §1701.2633.
• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operations of the district police department to ensure effective law enforcement.
• Coordinate enforcement activities with outside law enforcement agencies, other department directors, and campus principals to develop and implement safety programs.
• Investigate and make recommendations on complaints and accusations against district police officers or staff.
• Develop and implement department safety procedures including firearms handling.
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make sound recommendations regarding assignment and retention.
• Maintain department budget and ensure cost-effective operations.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports and documents required, including affidavits and incident reports.

Skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Public relations

Criminal investigations

Firearms handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Peace Officer license (TCOLE)

TEC §96.641 and TEC §1701.2633 training

Valid Texas driver’s license

Job description

Chapel Hill Independent School District Central Office - Mount Pleasant, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5914421

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Chief of Police

Job Title: Chief of Police Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Executive

Reports to: Superintendent Funding Source:

Dept./School: Police Department

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:

____ years experience as a fully commissioned police officer

____ years law enforcement experience in supervisory or command capacity

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Department Management

• Direct the daily operations of the district police department to ensure effective law enforcement.
• 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.
• Investigate and make recommendations on all complaints and accusations made against district police officers or staff.

Law Enforcement

• Ensure enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the scope of board policy and the jurisdiction of district.
• Oversee investigation of criminal activities occurring within the district’s jurisdiction and support other agencies conducting investigations.
• 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

• Develop department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms.
• May service on district or campus behavioral threat assessment and safe and supportive schools team.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Personnel Management

• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make sound recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
• Prepare, review, and revise police department job descriptions.

Administration

• Maintain property room for storage of weapons and contraband confiscated on district property.
• Compile and administer department budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of police officers, security guards, and department clerical staff.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearm, handcuffs, alarm system, security equipment, two-way radio, alarm system and other security equipment, fire extinguisher, and standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing

Motion: Strenuous walking and climbing; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent driving

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather). Frequent districtwide travel

Other: Specific hearing and visual requirements. May be subject to adverse and hazardous working conditions, including violent and armed confrontations. Ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; prolonged hours; on call 24 hours a day.

***Initial chief training must be completed within two years of appointment.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Daniel Pritchett , Superintendent
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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