Chief of Police

ELKHART INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Posting
Posting Date: April 22, 2026
Position Title: Chief of Police
Beginning: June 1, 2026
Reports to: Superintendent
Primary Purpose:
Establish and administer security regulations and procedures to protect students, staff, and property. Ensure enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances and coordinate with outside law enforcement agencies.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Texas Peace Officer license issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Successful completion of training required by Texas Education Code (TEC) §96.641 and Texas Occupation Code §1701.2633***
Clear and valid Texas driver’s license
Experience:
Experience as a fully commissioned police officer
Law enforcement experience in supervisory or command capacity
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Department Management
1. Direct the daily operations of the district police department to ensure effective law enforcement.
2. Coordinate enforcement activities with outside law enforcement agencies, other department directors, and campus principals and work cooperatively to develop and implement preventative security programs, gang management plans, and other safety programs.
3. Investigate and make recommendations on all complaints and accusations made against district police officers or staff.
Law Enforcement
4. Ensure enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the scope of board policy and the jurisdiction of district.
5. Oversee investigation of criminal activities occurring within the district’s jurisdiction and support other agencies conducting investigations.
6. Serve as district liaison to state and local law enforcement agencies and juvenile authorities and represent the district on assigned committees and task forces.
7. Oversee the school guardian program.
Safety
8. Develop department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms.
9. May service on district or campus behavioral threat assessment and safe and supportive schools team.
10. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Personnel Management
11. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make sound recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
12. Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
13. Prepare, review, and revise police department job descriptions.
Administration
14. Maintain property room for storage of weapons and contraband confiscated on district property.
15. Compile and administer department budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
16. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports.
Policy, Reports, and Law
17. Oversee development, maintenance, and implementation of the district’s multi-hazard emergency operations plan; ensure campus plans are up-to-date and in compliance with the latest standards in emergency response.
18. Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, audits including DVA, and other documents as required.
Communication
19. Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations regarding security and safety issues to the board, staff, community, as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of police officers, security guards, and department clerical staff.**
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearm, handcuffs, alarm system, 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 and climbing; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent driving
Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather). Frequent districtwide travel
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; prolonged hours; on call 24 hours a day.
***Initial chief training must be completed within two years of appointment.
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Application Procedure:
• Current EISD Employees: You may submit an internal application via https://www.applitrack.com/elkhartisd/onlineapp/default.aspx
• External Applicants: Please apply through https://www.applitrack.com/elkhartisd/onlineapp/default.aspx
• Additional Documents: Resumes, transcripts, and letters of reference may be included with your application.
For further inquiries, contact Reese Briggs at rbriggs@elkhartisd.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled
Elkhart ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, and is also EISD’s Title IX Coordinator: Reese Briggs, Superintendent, 301 East Parker St., Elkhart, Tx. 75839, rbriggs@elkhartisd.org
[Nombre de LEA] no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas o actividades y brinda igualdad de acceso otros grupos juveniles designados. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación: Reese Briggs, Superintendent, 301 East Parker St., Elkhart, Tx. 75839, rbriggs@elkhartisd.org