Security/Police Officer Job Marlin Texas USA,Law/Legal

Position: Security/ Police Officer
Location: Marlin

Primary Purpose

Patrols district property and all students, personnel, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism. Enforces all laws including municipal ordinances, county ordinances, and state laws. Works independently.

Qualifications Education/Certification

High School diploma or GED
Texas Peace Officer license issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Clear and valid Texas Driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills

General knowledge of criminal investigations, police report writing, and criminal law
Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs
Bondable as required by Texas Education Code 37.081 (h)
Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug test
Ability to work well with youth and adults

Experience

Background in law enforcement or related work experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties (Include but not limited to) Law Enforcement

Respond to all calls from campuses concerning crisis situations, accidents, and reports of crime.

Patrol assigned campus(es) and routes walking or driving within district jurisdiction.

Investigate criminal offenses that occur within district’s jurisdiction.

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.

Safety

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 judgement and effectively communicate with and elicit information from emotionally distraught students, staff, parents, and citizens.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Administration

Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment Used

District vehicle, firearm, handcuffs, alarm system, security equipment, two-way radio, fire extinguisher, and standard office equipment including computer and peripherals.

Posture

Prolonged sitting and standing.

Motion

Strenuous walking and climbing; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent driving.

Lifting

Moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds).

Environment

Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather). Frequent district-wide travel.

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.

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress; prolonged hours; on call 24 hours a day.

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Security​/Police Officer

Security/Police Officer