Police Sergeant

Lamar CISD (TX)•Rosenberg, TX

32d

About The Position

Primary Purpose: Provide first line supervision to officers in the field for an assigned unit, in addition to performing the full range of duties of a police officer. Maintain and enforce municipal, county, and state ordinances and laws as well as district policies, directives, and standards.

Requirements

3 years of experience as a fully commissioned police officer
High school diploma or GED
Intermediate Texas Peace Officer License issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Must succesfully complete the TCOLE New Supervisor course (3737) within one year prior to or after the assignment
Clear and valid Texas driver's license
General knowledge of overall operations of a police department
General knowledge of criminal investigation, police report writing, and criminal laws
Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs
Bondable as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h)
Ability to plan establish responsibilities and organize work of officers and other staff
Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug tests
Ability to work well with youth and adults

Responsibilities

Responsible for oversight of subordinate officers and other staff.
Plan daily work assignments as well as short- and long-term scheduling of officers and other staff.
Patrol assigned campus(es) and routes walking or driving within the District's jurisdiction to protect students, staff, visitors, and District property.
Respond to all calls from campuses concerning crisis situations, accidents, and reports of crime.
Investigate criminal offenses occurring within the District's jurisdiction.
Secure crime scenes and 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.
Be aware of recent court rulings pertaining to police activity and ensure compliance of district police officers to minimize liability
Work cooperatively with other police agencies to share information and provide other assistance.
Coordinate security for special events when required.
Help provide traffic 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.
Supervise personnel and administrative duties of assigned unit or team including the coordination of equipment and staffing based upon priority and scheduling of activities in assigned area of the district.
Assist with the selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of staff and make sound recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Schedule duty shifts of assigned unit or team.
Assist with the preparation, review, and revision of police department job descriptions.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.
Assist with maintaining property room for storage of weapons, contraband, and other items confiscated on district policy
Assist with coordination of vehicles and equipment maintenance and repair.
Attendance at work is an essential function.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.