Job Details
| Region: | 6 |
| School District/Employer: | Latexo ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Campus, Central Office, |
| Position: | , |
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| Job Title: | School Police Officer |
| School: | Latexo ISD |
| Campus Description: | Latexo ISD is located between Crockett and Grapeland. Latexo is a small district with two campuses with 500 student enrollment. We are very proud of our four day calendar. |
| Date Posted: | 12/20/2024 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Latexo ISD is accepting applications for Police Officer of the school district. Latexo ISD is a rural 2A district located approximately 5 miles from Crockett, Texas. The district is comprised of a PK-6th grade elementary and a 7th-12th grade secondary, and all buildings in the district are in close proximity to one another. The Officer's first order of business is the safety and security of the district, its students, and its faculty and staff through day to day policing, safety and security auditing and training, and implementation of tactics relevant to school district and educational law enforcement practices. Oversee investigations of criminal activity that occur within the district's jurisdiction. Support other agencies conducting investigations. Serve as district liaison to state and local law enforcement agencies and juvenile authorities. Represent the district on assigned committees and task forces. Maintain department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms. This position reports directly to the Chief of Police. |
| Qualifications: | TCOLE Certified Peace Officer (current status active and in good standing); 3 years of school law enforcement experience preferred; in depth knowledge of school law enforcement practices, regulations, and compliance as well as behavioral threat assessments and safety trainings for students, faculty, and staff; working knowledge of the “Guardian” plan; ability to work with multiple personnel for day to day operations; ability to plan, budget, and account for all school district police department materials and supplies; and ability to manage any other safety protocols directly related to school law enforcement. Knowledge of the overall operations of the police department. Knowledge of criminal investigations, police report writing, and criminal law. Training and ability to subdue offenders, including the use of firearms and handcuffs. Bondable as required by Texas Education Code §37.081 (h). Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must pass fitness assessment, physical and drug test. |
| Salary Range: | Depends on experience |
| Benefits: | Insurance, TRS Retirement, 1-800MD |
| How To Apply: | Applications may be downloaded from the Latexo ISD website. Please email application, resume, and certification to ashoemake@latexoisd.net or mail to Latexo ISD, Attn: Delmy Lopez, P O Box 975, Latexo, Texas 75849. |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Michael Woodard |
| Email: | mwoodard@latexoisd.net |
| Address: | P.O. Box 975 |
| City: | Latexo |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 75849-0975 |
| Phone: | (936) 544-5664 |
| Fax: | (936) 544-5332 |