Police Officer

Position Type:Security/Police OfficerDate Posted:12/3/2025Location:POLICE OFFICERS (Trahan Center)Beaumont Independent School District Job DescriptionJOB TITLE:Police OfficerCLASSIFICATION:NonexemptREPORTS TO:Chief of PolicePAY GRADE:POL9/ 235 DaysLOCATION:Police DepartmentDATE REVISED:3/28/2024PRIMARY PURPOSE:Ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and the community as well as protection of property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances and proactive patrol of district campuses and property.QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Certification:Current TCOLE Peace Officer License or graduation from a TCOLE accredited Basic Peace Officer Course with ability to immediately qualify for Texas Peace Officer license upon appointmentHigh School Diploma or GEDPossession of valid Texas Driver's License with a good driving record Special Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Texas Education Code Chapter 37, and other federal, state, and local laws and ordinances applicable to law enforcement in the school districtAbility to interpret and enforce applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations in a reasonable and professional mannerAbility to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine the proper course of actionAbility to conduct investigations, prepare reports and maintain records and filesAbility to obtain information through interview and interrogationAbility to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain good working relationships with superiors, peers, school officials, teachers, students, parents, and the general publicSome knowledge of personal computers and their application to police records managementSkill in the use and care of firearms Experience:Graduation from Basic Peace Officer Course at a TCOLE accredited academy MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Safety and SecurityPatrol, in vehicle and on foot, designated areas within school buildings and on school building grounds to monitor activities and maintain order, safety, and security.Patrol, in vehicle and on foot, and respond to disturbances and distractions to restore order, safety, and security.Detain and question individuals whose actions are suspicious.Assist visitors by giving directions and needed explanations.Respond to calls for service that arises from dispatch, self-initiated activity, or the request for assistance from students, staff, or visitors.Monitor the department and campus issued portable radios and keep dispatch informed of activity and location.Provide security and crowd/traffic control at school drop off and dismissal, athletic events, extra-curricular events, and other events as needed.Confer with school administrators on means and methods of increasing safety and security.Attend training classes and exercises to meet requirements in continuing education and weapons proficiency.Must periodically be available to respond to calls for service that occur in the night and on the weekends outside of normal working hours. Enforcement and Investigation Perform all the duties of a licensed Peace Officer as enumerated in Articles 2.12 and 2.13 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.Enforce criminal laws of the State of Texas and local ordinances within the school district to include making lawful arrests when appropriate.Enforce traffic and parking laws/ordinances within the district and its periphery to include issuing citations when appropriate.Investigate criminal offenses, traffic accidents involving district motor vehicles, to include completing offense and crash reports, protecting crime scenes and evidence, locating, preserving, collecting and submitting evidence, questioning victims, suspects, and witnesses, making lawful arrests, and testifying as a witness in court. Community RelationsMaintain a positive and professional working relationship with students, staff, administrators, fellow police officers and superiors.Instruct and/or participate in crime prevention programs and other programs designed to reduce substance abuse and gang activities.Perform liaison duties between school administration, businesses, organizations, other law enforcement agencies, and government/social service agencies. WORKING CONDITIONS:Mental DemandsMaintain emotional control under stressProtracted or irregular hours of work Physical DemandsConstantly sits, sees, speaks, drives, writes by handFrequently stands, walks, kneels, crouches, squats, twists bodyInfrequently crawls, climbs, runs, fights and wrestles, lifts light to heavy objectsRepetitive hand motions and prolonged use of computers and keyboards Environmental DemandsExposure to normal office environmentExposure to outside environment to include heat, cold, and inclement weather**The State Board for Educator Certification will require all first time applicants for an initial credential to be fingerprinted as part of a national criminal background check. A cost of up to $49. 00 will be charged for fingerprinting.The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.Approved by Immediate Supervisor:Date:Reviewed by HR Director:Date:Received by Employee:Date: