Chief Of Police

CONNALLY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB TITLE: Chief of Police WAGE/HOUR: Exempt/Professional REPORTS TO: Superintendent PAY GRADE: 5 / $75,095 - $104,981 DEPARTMENT: District Police Department DAYS: ROLE AND PURPOSE: As Chief of Police, you will work unbiasedly to ensure all students, staff and families are safe and secure - physically, emotionally, and technologically. The Chief of Police plans, directs and coordinates the overarching initiatives and the daily activities of the District Police Department, including establishing departmental goals and initiatives while delivering efficient, innovative and effective public safety services to the community. Most importantly, you'll show bravery in times of urgency. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Active Texas Peace Officer license (TCOLE) and must remain in good standing Meets Texas peace officer minimum standards required for commissioned school district officers Police Chief training (LEMIT/Bill Blackwood Institute): 80 hours of "New Chief" training within 2 years of first appointment as chief 40 hours of chief continuing education every 24 months thereafter School-based law enforcement / school safety training (TCOLE-approved): Completion of the required school-based program (commonly at least 16 hours) before or within 180 days of assignment/commission, unless the officer qualifies for a recognized exemption/equivalent training pathway Oath + bond for commissioned school district peace officers: Must take the required oath and execute a $1,000 bond payable to the board of trustees High school diploma/GED minimum Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Deep knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, and board policy requirements; consistent, unbiased enforcement within an educational setting. Expertise developing and delivering emergency preparedness trainings (e.g., drills, incident command, crisis response) for officers and district personnel. Thorough understanding of firearms safety, safe handling/use protocols, and department-wide compliance training. Strong internal affairs/complaint investigation capabilityimpartial review of allegations against officers/staff and implementation of corrective actions. Advanced competence in records management and reporting: maintaining accurate physical/digital records, incident reports, activity reports, and arrest-related documentation. Experience supervising, evaluating, and developing sworn and non-sworn personnel; clear expectations, coaching, and performance accountability. Demonstrated hiring and disciplinary decision-making (including recommendations for hiring/firing) aligned with policy, best practice, and fairness. Proven ability to direct and coordinate a school security services program across multiple facilities/sites. Experience interpreting state audits or compliance reviews of facilities and translating findings into prioritized, actionable security recommendations. Ability to partner effectively with operations/facilities leadership to drive structural and environmental security improvements in highest-need locations. Calm, decisive leadership under pressuredemonstrated bravery and sound judgment during urgent, high- stakes incidents impacting student and staff safety. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: I. DEPARTMENT MANAGEMENT Direct the daily operations of the police department to ensure effective law enforcement, Coordinate enforcement activities with outside law enforcement agencies, other department directors and facility managers, Work cooperatively to develop and implement preventative security programs, Investigate and make recommendations on all complaints and accusations made against department police officers and staff. II. SAFETY Ensure enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the scope of board policy and the district, Oversee investigation of criminal activities occurring within the designated jurisdiction, Serve as liaison to state and local law enforcement agencies and juvenile authorities, serve as a law enforcement representative on assigned committees and task forces. III. LAW ENFORCEMENT Develop department safety procedures including emergency trainings, and safe handling and use of firearms, Follow safety protocols and emergency procedures. IV. ADMINISTRATION