School Marshal (Internal)

Job Title: School Marshal

Reports to: Chief of Police

Dept./School: Police

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Primary Purpose

The role of the School Marshall is to provide for the safety and security of all students, faculty, and staff, as well as the security of all district/campus property and equipment. Supports school safety efforts with security inspections, emergency response as well as the district police department and ensures compliance with federal, state, local and district safety requirements.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Minimum 21 years of age

Valid Texas driver's license

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Nonrefundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Qualifications

• Successful completion of pre-employment background investigation.
• Possess License to Carry firearm certification
• Successful completion of various other training related to crisis intervention, incident command, first aid, mental health, behavioral threat assessment, and firearms retention and regular re-qualifications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.
• Ability to maintain control under stressful situations and use sound judgement and critical thinking when making decisions.
• Ability to operate and maintain facility security equipment
• Ability to deal sensitively and fairly with people from diverse backgrounds and effectively interact with students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Comply with all school policies and procedures with respect to uniform requirements, appearance, attendance, and scheduling.
• Valid Texas Drivers license with driving record that meets the requirements of the district.
• Ability to complete required TCOLE school marshal training.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug tests

Ability to work well with youth and adults

Experience:

Background in security operations, military or law enforcement experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Patrol assigned campus buildings and grounds, alerting to and appropriately responding to unauthorized persons, hazardous situations and suspicious circumstances.
• Provide prevention and detection of security violations, safety hazards, enforcement of traffic and parking regulations, and observe and report criminal activity.
• Conduct regular inspections of perimeter fence conditions, exterior door security, access control points, video surveillance systems, and parking lot areas to ensure campus is properly secured.
• Conducts safety and security audits of campus facilities and assists with the coordination and management of district safety and security compliance requirements.
• Create and maintain daily activity logs, incident reports, and other documentation as needed by the Police Department, such as logs related to emergency exercise/drills or exterior door sweeps. Identifies and records observed safety violations or security related incidents and prepares written reports.
• Initiate or respond to and assist campus administration in the investigation and resolution of security related incidents and code of conduct infractions. Observe or otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources as part of incident investigation.
• Supports campus behavioral threat assessment teams.
• Assists campus administration with monitoring student behavior and school rules related to student conduct, vehicle operation, and parking.
• Works with campus administration and first responders concerning emergency management and incident response procedures, emergency drills/evacuation, standard response protocols, as well as provides safety training/briefings to campus staff.
• Adheres to professional ethical standards in relationships with students, teachers, parents, administrators, and other support staff.
• Assists campus staff in the supervision of students during arrival and dismissal from school.
• Assists in fostering positive school or organizational morale, while promoting a positive and caring school climate.
• Serves as a positive role model that supports the mission of the district and campus.
• Participates in staff development training, faculty meetings, special events, and other district specified training programs.
• Maintains frequent and effective communication with chain of command and campus administration regarding safety and security issues or concerns.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information.
• Reports to work on time each workday.
• Performs additional duties and responsibility as may be assigned.

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

Tools/Equipment Used: Ability to operate a District vehicle, firearm, handcuffs, 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, standing, and climbing; frequent keyboarding/mouse, prolonged driving

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), moderate exposure to noise, frequent district wide travel; on call 24 hours a day.

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; may work prolonged or irregular hours, drive in all different areas of district at odd hours; on call 24 hours a day. May be subject to work shift work, weekends, and holidays.

The Superintendent reserves the right to waive any requirements for any qualified applicant. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Your resume, letter of interest, and other available information will be considered in the screening process.