The essential function of the Commissioned Officer works in assigned schools, maintaining effective resources between school officials, students, parents and law enforcement officials. They will also perform operations and public relation duties and tasks specific to the position. The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with students, parents, co-workers, and supervisors, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.
Qualifications

• A valid Arkansas driver’s license and use of an automobile is required
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Three (3) to five (5) years security, law enforcement, or military experience preferred
• All applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment
• Good working knowledge of security operations, safety practices in a school environment and enforcement procedures
• Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress related to working conditions
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with staff, parents, students, and the school system
• Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance
• Ability to write and investigate required reports
• Ability to make independent and good judgment decisions within proper policy and procedures
• Individual must have high integrity, possess strong leadership skills and be extremely reliable
• Any officer in this category must meet all minimum standards for employment or appointment as outlined in Rule 1002; shall complete a twelve (12) month probationary period with the employing department; must satisfactorily complete or have completed a Division approved Basic Police Training Course equivalent to the course required for Auxiliary and Part-time Officers; the employing agency may require additional specialized training for job assignments
• Friendly and professional demeanor

Other Qualification Certifications1013 Certification of Specialized Police Personnel

• Specialized Police Personnel are identified in the Act, as modified
• Specialized officers’ duties are limited or restricted to the facility or area in which they work, and may include the enforcement of agency rules and regulations for which the penalty could be a fine or imprisonment
• The Division shall approve all training courses and certification provided for Specialized Police Personnel
• Certificates may be issued to all specialized Police Personnel who have:
• Met the minimum employment or appointment requirements outlined in Rule 1002;
• Satisfactorily completed the minimum standards for training as approved by the Division; and
• Completed a twelve (12) month probationary period as outlined in Rule 1003
• Specialized Police persons who have previously met the training requirements but have been separated from law enforcement for a period of three (3) years, will be required to meet the minimum training requirements again
• Any Specialized Police personnel who fails to satisfactorily complete the appropriate approved law enforcement training within the time period allowed by Rule 1002(1), will not be eligible for training nor certification for twenty-four (24) months following the date of expiration of the probationary period
• Specialized Police personnel may assist local law enforcement during emergency situations but shall not enforce the traffic laws of the State of Arkansas

After completing all requirements a Commission certificate shall be issued upon application by the agency. Division shall approve all training courses and certification provided for Specialized Police Personnel.Responsibilities

• Duties are limited or restricted to the facility or area in which they work, and may include the enforcement of agency rules and regulations for which the penalty could be a fine or imprisonment
• Maintains law and order at District facilities, including prevention and control of incidents of violence directed against District facilities, personnel, or students
• Cooperates with local law-enforcement agencies in the prevention, control, and investigation of antisocial or illegal activities by persons or groups directed against District facilities, personnel or students
• Acts as a deterrent to crime by performing thorough post checks, maintaining access control and remaining visible
• Performs foot patrol of the campus to monitor behavior, secure buildings and property
• Maintains order during lunch hour and changing of classes
• Work is performed inside and outside the building with exposure to inclement weather
• Candidates must have physical ability to spend extended periods of time walking and standing
• Must possess exemplary work ethic and maintains good relations with school personnel and the public
• Thinks clearly and logically, uses good judgment, and makes quick and appropriate decisions in emergencies
• Reads, interprets, applies, and explains rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Effectively mediates disputes and creates collaboration for problem solving
• Administers first aid, including CPR methods, if necessary
• Performs other duties assigned by supervisor

Physical DemandsThe physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs.
Working EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.