Sergeant/Investigator The MISD Police Department enforces the provision of Section 21.483 of the Texas Education Code, the Texas Penal Code, and the rules and regulations promulgated by the MISD School Board for the safety and welfare of students, employees, and property. The Police Investigator will be responsible for criminal investigations and for further investigation of all felonies and other such misdemeanors that require extended investigation.
Essential Functions:- Patrolling MISD property in a manner prescribed by the Chief of Police
- Remains on call as a duty officer to respond to alarms as required
- Responds to all alarms or requests for assistance as required
- Prepares and submits written reports of activities, incidents, and other security/safety violations or problems
- Applies MISD security policies and procedures to situations involving acts of crime, alarm activations, and emergency situations
- Works cooperatively with other law enforcement agencies
- Inspects MISD property for compliance with security and safety requirements, makes recommendations to building administrators for improvements
- Assists in conducting investigations and in providing written reports of incidents
- Works days, nights, weekends, and/or holidays as duties are scheduled
- Works closely with students, teachers, and staff to gain support for the MISD security and safety program
- Investigates all crimes assigned; questions witnesses, victims, and suspects to determine factual material and provide evidence of leads
- Directs activities at the crime scene to assist victims; obtains clues, gathers and preserves evidences. Ensures that photographs and fingerprints of all persons arrested who are charged with violations are included in the records
- Records progress of investigations and maintain informational files on crimes and suspects
- Regularly updates immediate supervisor about the progress of investigations and requests additional instructions when further progress appears impossible
- Communicates with the complainant or victim periodically to apprise him or her of the state of the investigation. Informs the complainant or victim in all cases that are resolved by arrest
- Reviews departmental reports and other data pertaining to criminal cases
- Assists police officers in the apprehension of suspects or offenders, and generally act as liaison officer between the Department and all similar bureaus or units in other police departments and law enforcement agencies
- Files application for and reviews all search warrants obtained by any officer or unit of the Department
- Safeguards all property recovered; tags and stamps all lost, stolen, or found property including controlled substances that comes into the department's possession. Ensures that all evidence is properly tracked and disposed as released by courts
- Assists in the preparation of cases for court. Prepares assigned cases for court and charges or responses to charges and procedures. Obtains court disposition of all cases in which he is involved
- Dept. training officer. Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of training records for all TCOLE licensed officers ensuring that all officers are current in all required training
Qualifications:- Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate in Texas (TCOLE)
- Minimum of 3 years of total police service with MISD PoliceU.S. Citizen
- Be familiar with MISD operations
- Training or experience in law enforcement
- Knowledge and experience of electronic intrusion detection systems
- Current fulltime certified Police Officer
- Must be able to demonstrate skills in leadership, interpersonal skills, ability to read and write legibly, formulate investigative reports, and speak clearly
- Valid Texas Driver's License and acceptable driving record; must adhere to Midland ISD's vehicle safety and use program
Knowledge:
Approved principles and practices as well as laws and ordinances governing police work
Laws and departmental procedures surrounding the handling of suspects, crime scene control, care of prisoners, and the presentation of evidence in court
Behavioral patterns of criminals and their associates, modus operandi and criminal hang-outs
Work with some degree of independence and to execute duties firmly, tactfully, and impartially
Understand and execute difficult oral and written directions
Prepare clear and comprehensive reports
React quickly and calmly in emergencies
Develop and sustain positive working relationships with other employees, other law enforcement officers and the general public
Utilize investigator techniques and equipment
Operate and care of firearms, photography, and other equipment
Requirements:- Officer must live within Midland County
- Maintain a home phone
- Use and maintain a personal vehicle
- Be able to work a flexible schedule
- Remain "on call" when scheduled and requested
- Have a valid Texas driver's license
- Not be on probation for any offense above the grade of Class C misdemeanor
- Not have been convicted of a Class A misdemeanor offense within the last 12 months or a Class B within the last 6 months
- Not convicted of a SWI or DUI within the last 24 months
- Never convicted of a felony
- Subjected to a thorough background investigation
- Examination by a licensed physician and psychologist, psychiatrist, or other registered professional and declared in good physical and mental health for appointment
- Never discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions
Physical Demands
Walking:
StandingLiftingBendingRegularly required to lift or exert force of up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Regular attendance required.
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. Occasionally required to travel to facilities within the district. May be required to work after school and weekends. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager. All MISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee and student information. Midland Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
