KISD Chief of Police

Position Type: Safety and Security/ Chief of Police

Date Posted: 7/21/2026

Location: District-Wide

Job Title: Chief of Police

Exemption Status / Test: Exempt / Executive

Reports to: Superintendent

Dept. / School: Police Department / District

Direct and manage District Police Department. Coordinate daily operations of the department to ensure and provide a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. Oversee district staffing, training, and equipment needs for the district as required by Texas laws. Ensure enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent law enforcement experience and training.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Texas Peace Officer license issued and in good standing by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). (Preferred Master Proficiency Certificate)
• Clear and valid Texas driver's license.
• Bondable as required by Texas Education Code 37.081(h).
• Successful completion of training required by Texas Education Code (TEC) 96.641 and Texas Occupation Code  (as required by state law).
• In good standing with current and previous agencies.

• Knowledge of overall operations of a police department.
• Knowledge of criminal investigations, police report writing, and Texas laws.
• Knowledge of Incident Command.
• Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Law enforcement experience in supervisory or command capacity.

• Direct the daily operations of the district police department to ensure effective and professional policing.
• Ensure the district is in compliance with all state laws involving safety and security.
• Provide training and ensure officers and ISD Marshals are properly trained and equipped.
• Enforce, investigate, and make recommendations on incidents that are criminal in nature.
• Coordinate training and enforcement activities with other department directors.
• Serve as the Emergency Management Coordinator for the district.
• Serve as district liaison to state and local agencies.
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignments, retention, discipline, and/or dismissal.
• Prepare, review, and maintain police department job description and policies.
• Maintain evidence and property room.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and documents as required.
• Maintain and evaluate department budget needs to ensure that operations are cost‑effective and funds are managed wisely.
• Assist the district with Behavioral Threat Assessment Team.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; potential for prolonged hours; on call 24 hours a day.

Physical Demands: Prolonged sitting and standing / moderate lifting and carrying (less than 25 pounds).

Other: Specific hearing and visual requirements. May be subject to adverse and hazardous working conditions, including violent and armed confrontations. Ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously.

District vehicle, computer, firearms, handcuffs, two‑way radios, safety shield, breaching tools, and first aid trauma packs.