Chief of Security - Transition to Police Chief

Chief of Security

Exemption Status: Exempt

Reports to: Superintendent

Dept./School: Police Department

This position will transition to Chief of Police once the LISD Police Department is approved.

Primary Purpose:

Establish and administer security regulations and procedures to protect students, staff, and property. Supervise and oversee an adequately staffed, trained, and equipped force of certified police officers. Ensure enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances and coordinate with outside law enforcement agencies.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED; required

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Risk Management, or other appropriate related field; preferred Texas Peace Officer license issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)

Master's Peace Officer Certification issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE); preferred

Successful completion of training required by Texas Education Code (TEC) 96.641 and Texas Occupation Code 1701.2633

Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Advanced knowledge of overall operations of a police department

Advanced knowledge of criminal investigations, police report writing, and criminal law Ability to manage budget and personnel

Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs Bondable as required by TEC 37.081(h)

Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

5 years experience as a fully commissioned police officer

3 years law enforcement experience in supervisory or command capacity

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Department Management:

1. Coordinate with Superintendent and/or his designees in the creation of a new LISD Police Department, including the creation of the new department's regulations, guidelines, and organization, the hiring of department staff, the negotiation of agreements with local law enforcement regarding coordination with the District and the establishment of the District's jurisdiction, and all other matters related to the creation of a new department as needed, in accordance with Texas law, and as directed by the Superintendent, his designee, or the Board of Trustees.
2. Direct the daily operations of the district police department to ensure effective law enforcement.
3. Coordinate enforcement activities with outside law enforcement agencies, other department directors, and campus principals and work cooperatively to develop and implement preventative security programs, gang management plans, and other safety programs.
4. Investigate and make recommendations on all complaints and accusations made against district police officers and staff.

Law Enforcement:

1. Ensure enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the scope of board policy and the jurisdiction of
2. Oversee investigation of criminal activities occurring within the district's jurisdiction and support other agencies conducting investigations.
3. Serve as district liaison to state and local law enforcement agencies and juvenile authorities and represent the district on assigned committees and task forces.

Safety:

1. Develop department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of
2. May service on district or campus behavioral threat assessment and safe and supportive schools
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency

Personnel Management:

1. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make sound recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
2. Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure
3. Prepare, review, and revise police department job

Administration:

1. Maintain property room for storage of weapons and contraband confiscated on district
2. Compile and administer department budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of police officers, security guards, and department clerical staff.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearm, handcuffs, alarm system, security equipment, two-way radio, alarm system and other security equipment, 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 (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather). Frequent districtwide 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

***Initial chief training must be completed within two years of appointment.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.