Tulia ISD Police Officer

Tulia ISD Police Officer

Tulia ISD Tulia ISD Administration - Tulia, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job : 5841203

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Primary

Purpose:

Demonstrate a commitment to the education of our students and to maintain an appropriate learning environment through the protection of students, employees, and property. Lead and direct an anti-bullying program to foster student acceptance. Establish a positive citizenship rapport with students, staff, and the community. Work with and assist the local Tulia Police Department and Swisher County Sheriff's Department with Tulia ISD District operations and communication.

Work with campus level staff to formulate plans with the school, student, and parents. Provide Chapter 37 support and training for teachers, staff, and parents to address and manage children with challenging behaviors. Coordinate and collaborate with district staff and outside personnel to provide student support services. Lead and direct safety protocols for the district and campuses.

Education/Certification:

• Active certification as a Police Officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Standards and Education.
• High School Diploma or GED (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)
• Valid Texas driver's license and good driving record. Meet and maintain liability coverage and eligibility.
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check.
• Meet minimal requirement for TCOLE SRO Certification Renewal annually.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to law enforcement.
• Knowledge of Chapter 37 laws, rules, and regulations applicable to public school discipline.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate logical, effective problem-solving ability.
• Training and ability to subdue offenders, including the use of firearms and handcuffs.
• Strong relations, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with students, parents, faculty, and the community in a positive manner.
• Ability to problem-solve, think critically, and manage conflict under stress of time constraints and emotional witnesses/victims.
• Ability to work late shifts, holidays, and weekends for District/Campus events and extra-curricular events.
• Bonded as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h).
• Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug tests.
• Ability to work well with youth and adults.

Experience:

• Previous experience in law enforcement preferred.

Professionalism: The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope;
  Definitions
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Organizational Management: The Police Officer/School Resource Officer assists with the organizational management activities such as the following:

• Assist with the preparation of required department reports and requests.

Law Enforcement: The Police Officer/School Resource Officer serves to enforce law enforcement activities such as the following:

• Respond to calls requiring peace officer intervention or service, and initiate activity where needed to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Enforce laws, policies and provisions of the Texas Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, Texas Education Code and DVISD policy manuals and code of conduct.

Safety: The Police Officer/School Resource Officer ensures district safety activities such as the following:

• Prepare police reports; identify and report potential safety and security hazards, conduct initial investigations, and act on community and district concerns.
• Collaborate with district and campus staff who oversee safety protocols.
• Follow the department's safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms.
• Patrol district property to protect all students, staff, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism.
• Follow the district Emergency Response Guide and Emergency Operations Procedures (EOP).

Administration: The Police Officer/School Resource Officer ensures district safety activities such as the following:

• Maintain secured property room for storage of weapons and contraband confiscated on district property.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

Qualities of an effective School Resource Officer: The Police Officer/School Resource Officer exhibits qualities such as the following:

• Perform all duties outlined in district procedures, rules and regulations, and policies.
• Work any hours, shifts, days or assignments given to include holidays, weekends, etc. as designated by supervisor.
• Serves as an…