Chief of Security

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Company: Education Service Center Region 13

Location: Austin, TX 78745

Description:

Position Type:
Security

Date Posted:
1/8/2025

Location:
Burnet CISD Administration

District:
Burnet CISD

This position will transition to Chief of Police once the Burnet CISD 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 personnel. Ensure enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances and coordinate with outside law enforcement agencies.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Risk Management, or other appropriate related field; required
Master's Degree; preferred
Texas Peace Officer Certification issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE); required
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 1701.263
Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:
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

Experience:
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
  • Coordinate with Superintendent and/or his designees in the creation of a new BCISD 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.
  • Direct the daily operations of the BCISD police department, once established, to ensure effective law enforcement.
  • 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.
  • Investigate and make recommendations on all complaints and accusations made against Burnet CISD police officers or staff.
  • Law Enforcement
  • Ensure enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the scope of Board policy and the jurisdiction of District.
  • Oversee investigation of criminal activities occurring within the District's jurisdiction and support other agencies conducting investigations.
  • 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
  • Develop future police department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms.
  • Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Personnel Management
  • Select, train, supervise, and evaluate Burnet CISD law enforcement and security staff, as assigned, and make sound recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
  • Evaluate job performance of Burnet CISD employees to ensure effectiveness.
  • Prepare, review, and revise BCISD police department job descriptions.
  • Administration
  • Maintain property room for storage of Burnet CISD weapons and contraband confiscated on District property.
  • Compile and administer department budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
  • 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 BCISD police officers, security guards, and department clerical staff.
    The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
    Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 208 E. Brier St. Burnet, TX 78611; [redacted].

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