School District Police Chief & Safety Leader

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 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.