Police Officer - 226 Days

Police Department; Manor (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Manor ISD Police Department in Manor, Texas seeks a dedicated Police Officer to promote safety and security for students, staff, and visitors across district campuses.

The role requires a Texas Peace Officer license, valid driver's license, and prior law enforcement experience; duties include responding to incidents, investigations, and collaborating with school staff to maintain a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university preferred; college hours in
• Criminal Justice recommended
• Valid Texas driver license; meet and maintain automobile insurance liability eligibility
• School Resource Officer certification preferred
• Mental Health Officer certification preferred
• Current Texas Peace Officer license issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) required
• Intermediate Peace Officer certification preferred
• Bondable, as required by Texas Education Code § 37.081
• Three years previous experience in full-time law enforcement preferred

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a safe environment for district personnel, students, and visitors
• Respond to calls for service including theft, disturbances, or other incidents on school sites
• Conduct initial and follow-up investigations (or assist)
• Assist in developing and implementing school safety programs
• Provide traffic control at athletic events and campus events
• Maintain records and reports required by law and district policies
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and school administration
• Follow safety and security procedures

Skills

Criminal Justice

Mental Health Officer

SRO certification

Texas Peace Officer license

Bondable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

Police Officer - 226 Days

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Job Details

Job ID: 5897078

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

To promote and maintain a school environment that will ensure the safety and security of district personnel, students, and visitors to district campuses and facilities.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university preferred; college hours in
• Criminal Justice recommended
• Valid Texas driver license; meet and maintain automobile insurance liability eligibility
• School Resource Officer certification preferred
• Mental Health Officer certification preferred
• Current Texas Peace Officer license issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
• (TCOLE); Intermediate Peace Officer certification preferred
• Bondable, as required by Texas Education Code § 37.081
• Three years previous experience in full-time law enforcement preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

• Possess an understanding of the Texas Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Texas
• Family Code and Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code
• Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug testing
• Ability to record information
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work effectively with juveniles and the public at large, exercising sensitivity to special needs children
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve, think critically, and manage conflict
• Ability to think clearly and respond calmly and effectively in escalating situations
• Working knowledge of criminal investigations, police reports, and criminal laws

Essential Job functions:

• Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms, non-lethal weapons, and handcuffs
• Exhibit a high level of personal integrity and display high ethical standards
• Operate a computer to develop databases and do word processing
• Actively monitor interior and exterior of campus for unauthorized persons
• Instruct in classroom setting (IE: traffic stop education, bullying, dating violence)
• Respond to calls for service which may include theft, criminal mischief, disturbances, or other disorders on school district sites
• Conduct initial and follow-up investigations (or assist with same)
• Assist in developing and implementing school safety programs
• Promote crime prevention and traffic safety programs
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and campus policies affecting schools, including daily attendance, punctuality, and confidentiality
• Assist other local law enforcement and fire agencies, as required or requested
• Assist school administration with alleged criminal violations committed by students, when requested
• Regularly confer with teachers, counselors, campus administrators, and other staff to identify problems and/or suspected criminal behavior
• Maintain contact with and act as a liaison to local law enforcement agencies
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including records of all cases investigated and reports required by law
• Comply with all district routines and regulations
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors, colleagues, students, and parents
• Provide traffic control at athletic events, school closings/openings, or as otherwise required
• Provide escorts or accompany students, parents, or district staff, as needed
• Work effectively and efficiently with a team
• Follow safety and security procedures
• Other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates principles of the Manor ISD People Experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:

District vehicle and related equipment, handcuffs, issued firearms, fire extinguishers, security and alarm equipment, two-way radios, and computers and other office equipment

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

Lifting (10-50 pounds)

Carrying (10-50 pounds)

Sitting

Standing

Bending/Stooping

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Repetitive hand motions

Keyboarding/mouse

Speaking clearly

Hearing

Environmental Factors:

Work inside/outside

Exposure to noise

Work prolonged or irregular hours

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $31.21 to $42.91 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Safety/Security

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Clarence Yarbrough , Chief Police Officer
• Police Department
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]