Amarillo ISD Police Officer

Amarillo ISD•Amarillo, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Amarillo ISD Police Officer is responsible for handling law enforcement and police-related matters at District facilities, adhering to the Texas Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedures, District’s Board Policy, and Departmental Rules and Regulations, as directed by the Chief of Police. This role involves working cooperatively with District and campus administration, students, staff members, the community, other District police officers, and officers from all law enforcement agencies to maintain positive campus security and a safe and secure campus environment. The officer patrols district property to protect all students, personnel, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism, ensuring the enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Requirements

ONE YEAR of experience of police patrol experience
Texas Peace Officer license issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
High School diploma or GED
Proficient knowledge of criminal investigations, police report writing, and criminal law
Proficient knowledge of law enforcement and emergency management programs and applicable laws
Proficient knowledge of health and safety programs and applicable laws
Provide effective safety training programs to a variety of audiences
Training and ability to subdue offenders, including the use of firearms and handcuffs
Accurately communicate ideas, instructions, questions, problems, and solutions orally, visually, in writing, or through other mechanisms
Work together with others as part of a team
Work well with youth and adults
Valid Texas driver’s license
Regular attendance is an essential function

Nice To Haves

Experience with students in an organized setting
Experience as a School Resource Officer or School Liaison Officer
Bachelor’s degree with coursework in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, or a closely related field
Intermediate Peace Officer Certification issued by TCOLE and school-based law enforcement certification issued by TCOLE
Completion of NIMS and ICS courses ICS 100; ICS 200; ICS 700
TCOLE Instructor Certification
SBLE Training #4064

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned District areas and routes for walking and driving.
Respond to District crises, including on-site crisis management, and after-hours responses.
Responds to emergency safety events.
Investigate accidents, incidents, suspicious acts/person(s), allegations of violation of Board Policies, Administrative Rules, and/or illegal activities of District staff and/or students, including assisting District administrators in various areas of confidential information and interacting with AISD Police Officers, Campus Supervisors and legal counsel regarding juvenile offenders, gangs, felonies, health, safety, etc.
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 police agencies to share information and provide other assistance.
Assist in providing traffic control at campus or District 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.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and electronic reports, records, and documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.
Inspect facilities including all district buildings and playgrounds.
Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
Be available to work overtime as assigned by the Chief or Captain.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.