PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Direct and manage the District Police Department by coordinating the daily operations to provide a safe environment for students and staff. Maintain and enforce county, state, and federal laws as well as policies, directives, and standards of the district. Train department employees and enforce adherence to McAllen ISD Customer Service standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, preferred

Masters Peace Officers License by TCOLE, required

Valid Texas driver’s Class C license, required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Knowledge of overall operations of police department

Knowledge of criminal investigations, police report writing, and criminal law

Computer literacy and extensive knowledge with multiple computer platforms, programs, and systems

Training and ability to subdue offenders including the use of firearms and handcuffs

Bondable as required by TEC 37.081(h)

Strong communication, public relations, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Incident Command System Training 100

Must possess an understanding of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)

Experience:

Ten (10) years law enforcement experience, to include supervisory or command experience required

School Based Law Enforcement Experience, preferred

Working Days: 226

Daily Rate pay range:

 Minimum:  $358.36

 Maximum: $484.84

Note:  Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.