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Position range in Texas $40k - $96k Per Year Police Officer

LAREDO ISD

Occupation:

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Location:

Laredo, TX - 78040

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Flexible Shift

Posted:

09/03/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

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Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/06/2026

Expires:

10/03/2026

Job #: 17064751

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

36 Month(s) Age

21 and up DL

Required Language

English, Well Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Shift

Flexible Shift Public Transit

Available Benefits Help for .

Primary Purpose:

The District Police Officer shall be responsible for handling law enforcement and police related matters at District facilities as outlined in the Texas Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Districts Board Policy, Departmental Rules and Regulations, and as directed by the Chief of Police. The District Police Officer is responsible for working cooperatively with the school administration, students, staff members, other District police officers, and officers from all law enforcement agencies to maintain positive campus security and a safe and secure campus environment.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Patrol the District and provide police services to individual facilities, students and staff.

a) Patrols by foot or marked police vehicle and enforces law regulations, codes, ordinances & Board Policies at all campuses district wide.

b) Investigates criminal offenses that occur within the Districts jurisdiction or against the District.

c) Collects evidence.

d) Enforces regulations for and on District school buses.

e) Apprehends offenders, cause to be placed in juvenile center and file appropriate charges.

f) Responds to burglar and fire alarms as dispatched.

g) Investigates suspicious persons in and around schools.

h) Reports the misuse of building and property belonging to the District.

i) Enforces all the general and criminal laws of Texas within the Districts jurisdiction.

j) Enforces sections 21.481 - 21.490 of the Texas Education Code.

k) Performs all the duties of a Texas Peace Officer enumerated in the Code of Criminal Procedure.

l) Assists with traffic control on streets, at athletic events, school closing, school openings, or any other location deemed necessary to insure the safety and welfare of students and staff.

m) Crisis response to schools and facilities.

n) Maintains a working liaison with principals, staff, students & parents.

2. Provides police services and assistance to the administration, other officers, students and staff.

a) Assists other law enforcement agencies on campus when requested.

b) Investigates violations of District rules and regulations when requested by District administration.

c) Participates in administrative hearings concerning alleged violations.

d) Provides police services at District sponsored events, on or off campus.

3. Prepares complete and concise written reports on the forms provided, of incidents and problems that can be used in successful criminal prosecutions.

a) Identifies, locates, and reports security problems or potential security problems.

b) Prepares a written reports of incidents or relevant observation that occurs on campus.

c) Appears in court as a witness whenever summoned.

4. Performs other security and courtesy services as directed and maintain a positive image on the campuses and in the District for students, staff and the public.

a) Establishes a positive working relationship among students, staff and community.

b) Provides police related services at District functions as assigned by the Chief of Police.

c) Is available to work overtime as assigned by the Chief of Police.

d) Is available for call out on emergency situations in the District.

e) Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police.

5. Patrols and observes activities on campuses being alert to crimes and other incidents that may occur.

a) Provides surveillance of the parking lot areas and protect the vehicles and their contents.

b) Provides surveillance of the campus in order to deter disruptive and/or criminal activities.

c) Monitors vehicles entering and leaving campus parking lots.

d) Screens and assists outsiders entering the campus.

e) Deters or prevents trespassing and loitering on or near the campus.

f) Assists school staff in emergency situations, inside the building when needed.

g) Controls and/or prevents fights and disorders inside or outside buildings.

h) Maintains high visibility on campus and in the District with varying patrols.

i) Performs patrol of the campus to ensure that all areas are monitored and observed.

j) Enforces campus and District parking on designated parking areas on campus.

k) Keeps fire zones and bus ramps clear at all times.

l) Must wear LISD issued uniform when reporting to duty and adhere to the dress code administrative regulation.

m) Bike Patrol part of duty responsibility

n) Must be able to Fire Arms qualify and maintain qualification with department issued firearms & standards.

Minimum Requirements:

High School or GED from a school recognized by the Texas Education Agency/Texas Private School Accreditation Commission

Certified Peace Officer.

Valid Texas Drivers License. (An extensive background check will be conducted by the department)

Preferred Requirements:

Current certification with at least an intermediate Texas Peace Officer with a certificate issued by (TCOLE) Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.

At least three (3) years experience as a fulltime police officer in a school or similar environment.

1000 TCOLE training hours.

15 college hours from an accredited institution.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

Moderate lifting and carrying

District/State wide travel

Exposure to biological hazards

Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking

Hearing, speaking clearly

Working alone

Working prolonged or irregular hours

Must be able to function in high stress situations