What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Resource Officer position at City of Saco?
JOB SUMMARY
The Saco Police Department is currently seeking TWO EXPERIENCED PATROL OFFICERS TO SERVE AS the dedicated School Resource Officers (SRO) to serve as a key liaison between law enforcement and the Saco School Department. The SRO will be assigned to schools within the City of Saco, with one officer typically serving grades K-8 and another assigned to Thornton Academy. The SRO acts as a law enforcement officer as well as supporting school staff in enforcing school policies and rules. The SRO must possess a great degree of common sense and discernment in arriving at the proper disposition of cases involving student issues.