Chief of Police

a day ago

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:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Texas Peace Officer license issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)

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

 

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:

____ years experience as a fully commissioned police officer

____ years law enforcement experience in supervisory or command capacity

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Department Management

  1. Direct the daily operations of the district police department to ensure effective law enforcement.
  2. 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.
  3. Investigate and make recommendations on all complaints and accusations made against district police officers or staff.

Law Enforcement

  1. Ensure enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the scope of board policy and the jurisdiction of district.
  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 firearms.
  2. May service on district or campus behavioral threat assessment and safe and supportive schools team.
  3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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 effectiveness.
  3. Prepare, review, and revise police department job descriptions.

Administration

  1. Maintain property room for storage of weapons and contraband confiscated on district property.
  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; on call 24 hours a day.

 

*Districts employing police should reference Policies CKE (Legal), CKEA (LEGAL), and DBE (LEGAL) and adopt Policy CKE (LOCAL). The district must also have a memorandum of understanding outlining reasonable communication and coordination efforts between school police department and law enforcement agencies that have overlapping functions.

**To meet the executive exemption test, the primary duty must be management and the employee must supervise at least two full-time employees.

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

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Bus Driver

a day ago

Job Description
Responsible for the safe transport of students to and from school.


Requirements
  • High School Diploma
  • Commercial Drivers License
  • Fingerprinting

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Cafeteria Worker

a day ago

Primary Purpose:

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices. Will need to assist with cafeteria clean up in an as needed basis.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions
Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools
Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Experience:

1 year of food service experience or currently working as a substitute in food service.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving
Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.


Safety and Sanitation


Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.
Maintain daily food preparation records.
Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
Assume additional workload and job related duties as required and/or assigned.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:


Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching
Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)
Environment: Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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Custodian

a day ago

Primary Purpose:
Perform general custodial duties at the assigned campuses. Follow routine cleaning procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.
Education/Certification:
  • Valid Texas driver’s license
Experience:
  • Two years of experience in custodial or similar work preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Knowledge of basic construction, routine maintenance, and repair procedures
  • Knowledge and experience with more skill-intensive areas of school cleaning and maintenance
  • Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)
  • Ability to operate hand and power tools
  • Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies
  • Ability to work independently
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)
Custodial:
  • Follow an assigned schedule, clean classrooms, portable units, restrooms, kitchens, multi-purpose areas, office, hall and walkways, and outdoor facilities.
  • Sweep, scrub, mop, strip, seal, wax and polish floors; vacuum, dust, polish and wash classrooms, offices, furniture and woodwork, light fixtures and hardware; clean restrooms, including doors, mirrors, sinks, walls, floors, toilets, hardware and fill dispensers and receptacles as needed.
  • Move, arrange and set up furniture and equipment in preparing classrooms, auditoriums or other activity areas for special events, activities or meetings, clean and make repairs of non-technical nature to keep assigned areas operative, safe and clean; adjust shades, blinds, desks, chairs and other furniture.
  • Replace light bulbs, empty and cleans trash and garbage cans and replace liners; sweep walkways, concrete and blacktop surfaces immediately adjacent to the school buildings.
  • Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
  • Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
  • Assist with relocation of furnishings, such as desks, tables, chairs, file cabinets, etc.
  • Perform preventative cleaning to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.
  • Assist in setting up facilities for special events.
  • Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables.
  • Sort and store items in the warehouse.
  • Take physical count inventory periodically.
  • Respond to emergency calls as needed.
Safety:
  • Assist with opening the building each school day, if shift work requires.
  • Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
  • Check daily to ensure that all exit doors except the main entrance are locked and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
  • Operate equipment and use tools following established safety procedures.
  • Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
  •  Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
Equipment:
Mop, vacuum, broom, carpet cleaner, floor buffer, some power or hand tools, ladder.
Other:
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Complete required training each year as directed by Facilities Coordinator.
  • Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel
  • Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress
Working Conditions:
  • Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
  • Continual walking and standing
  • Frequent heavy lifting and carrying
  • Climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching
  • Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, and odors
  • Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards
  • Excessive noises
  • Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
  • Work around moving objects or vehicles
The statements above are intended to describe major job functions of this position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Supervisors may assign additional duties when deemed appropriate. 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, ability, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

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Paraprofessional

a day ago

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to work with children with disabilities
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Knowledge of general office equipment
  • Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students
  • Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
  • Motion: Frequent walking and reaching
  • Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise;

Responsibilities

  • Help special education teachers provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting
  • Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs
  • Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher
  • Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays
  • Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom
  • Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
  • Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
  • Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
  • Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
  • Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
  • Help manage behavior of students
  • This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed
  • Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs
  • Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher
  • Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom
  • This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty
  • Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned

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General Maintenance

a day ago

Primary Purpose:

Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout district. Assist with maintenance of grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to work independently

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

  1. Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
  2. Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
  3. Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
  4. Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
  5. Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.
  6. Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

Safety

  1. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
  2. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
  3. Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
  4. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.


Supervisory Responsibilities:

None


Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: 

Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van


Posture: 

Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting


Motion: 

Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving


Lifting: 

Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis


Environment: 

Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel


Mental Demands: 

Maintain emotional control under stress


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