Police Officer

Alvord Independent School District; Alvord (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvord Independent School District is seeking a dedicated Police Officer to patrol campuses, enforce laws, and protect students and staff. The role requires independent work, strong judgment, and the ability to respond to emergencies across district properties.

Preferred candidates have at least 5 years in law enforcement, SBLE/SRO background, and completion of NASRO or SBLE training. The position is safety sensitive and involves travel between district sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Texas Peace Officer License (TCOLE) required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Patrol district campuses to protect students, staff and visitors.
• Respond to crisis incidents, accidents and crime reports.
• Investigate offenses within district jurisdiction and collect evidence.
• Arrest offenders, file charges and testify in court as needed.

Skills

Criminal law knowledge

Investigation

Patrol operations

Communication

Threat assessment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Peace Officer License (TCOLE)

Valid Texas driver’s license

Tools

Firearms

Handcuffs

Two-way radio

Security equipment

Job description

Job Description

This is an opportunity to join an amazing team. Successful candidates will care deeply about the students they serve and the colleagues they work with. Alvord ISD staff members model a strong work ethic and have high expectations for themselves and their students. Employees in Alvord ISD enjoy an employee friendly environment which includes strong administrative support, small class sizes, unusual autonomy, and a casual professional employee dress code.

Primary Purpose:

Patrols district 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.

Qualifications:

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 background, physical, psychiatric, and drug tests

Ability to work well with youth and adults

Preferred Experience:

At least 5 years of Law Enforcement experience

Background in School Based Law Enforcement (SBLE)/School Resource Officer (SRO)

Completed NASRO or SBLE Training

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Law Enforcement

• Patrol assigned campus(es) and routes walking or driving within district jurisdiction.
• 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.
• Testify in court as needed.
• Work cooperatively with other law enforcement agencies to share information and provide other assistance.

Safety

• Help provide traffic/crowd 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.
  Safety Sensitive Addendum
  
• Due to the nature of the job duties set forth herein, this position has been designated a “safety sensitive” position for purposes of random drug testing under AISD Board policy DHE(LOCAL). An employee may contest the categorization of this position as “safety sensitive” by filing a complaint under District policy DGBA(LOCAL). Failure by an employee to contest the categorization of his or her position as a safety sensitive position within 15 school business days of written notification shall constitute consent by the employee to the classification of the employee’s position as safety sensitive.

Administration

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

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearms, handcuffs, 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/mouse, prolonged driving

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

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

*Districts employing police should reference Policies CKE (Legal), CKEA (LEGAL), and DBE (LEGAL) and adopt Policy CKE (LOCAL). The district must also have a memorandum of understanding outlining reasonable communication and coordination efforts between school police department and law enforcement agencies that have overlapping functions.

Police Officer

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This job is also posted in Alvord Independent School District , and ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5943670
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

This is an opportunity to join an amazing team. Successful candidates will care deeply about the students they serve and the colleagues they work with. Alvord ISD staff members model a strong work ethic and have high expectations for themselves and their students. Employees in Alvord ISD enjoy an employee friendly environment which includes strong administrative support, small class sizes, unusual autonomy, and a casual professional employee dress code.

Primary Purpose:

Patrols district 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.

Qualifications:

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 background, physical, psychiatric, and drug tests

Ability to work well with youth and adults

Preferred Experience:

At least 5 years of Law Enforcement experience

Background in School Based Law Enforcement (SBLE)/School Resource Officer (SRO)

Completed NASRO or SBLE Training

Completed ALERRT Level 1 Training

Above average weapon proficiency

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Law Enforcement

• Patrol assigned campus(es) and routes walking or driving within district jurisdiction.
• 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 law enforcement agencies to share information and provide other assistance.

Safety

• Help provide traffic/crowd 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.
  Safety Sensitive Addendum
  
• Due to the nature of the job duties set forth herein, this position has been designated a “safety sensitive” position for purposes of random drug testing under AISD Board policy DHE(LOCAL). An employee may contest the categorization of this position as “safety sensitive” by filing a complaint under District policy DGBA(LOCAL). Failure by an employee to contest the categorization of his or her position as a safety sensitive position within 15 school business days of written notification shall constitute consent by the employee to the classification of the employee’s position as safety sensitive.

Administration

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

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearms, handcuffs, 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/mouse, prolonged driving

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

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

*Districts employing police should reference Policies CKE (Legal), CKEA (LEGAL), and DBE (LEGAL) and adopt Policy CKE (LOCAL). The district must also have a memorandum of understanding outlining reasonable communication and coordination efforts between school police department and law enforcement agencies that have overlapping functions.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Organization-level Positions > Officer

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lance Peikert , Chief of Police
• Alvord ISD Police Department
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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