School Resource Officer (SRO)

MUST BE Police Officer certified through SCCJA
MINIMUM SALARY: $49,000
Full-time with benefits
8.5 hour shifts

Job Description

Job Description Summary: This position performs community law enforcement including the prevention, detection, and investigation of criminal acts within the school system; the apprehension and arrest of law violators; and the safeguarding of lives and property within Williamston Schools. The SRO will be assigned full-time to a School and will provide services to an Elementary School within District 1.

Essential Job Functions:

• The SRO’s primary role is to deter crime, uphold the law, protect life and property, and encourage safety within the school district.
• Investigate reported criminal acts, Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; review and study evidence; and conduct searches and surveillance.
• Prepare reports, complete administrative paperwork, thoroughly document activities associated with investigations. Provide credible testimony in municipal, state, and federal court.
• Attend school related events as a Representative of the Town and encourage partnerships with students, teachers, citizens, and community organizations. Provide presence at crowded venues such as sporting events, dances, etc.
• Operate police vehicles and use weapons and special equipment.
• The SRO will Provide instructional classes and discussions concerning school safety, emergency preparedness, Federal and State laws, drug and gang resistance education, community law enforcement, and other related topics as requested.
• the SRO will meet and facilitate discussions with staff, students, and parents to solve problems, provide various crime prevention information, make referrals to other organizations/agencies such drug rehabilitation or mental health facilities. The SRO should be an advocate for school policies, procedures, and initiatives at all times.
• The SRO will act as a central point of contact and the face of investigations at the School District

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• SCCJA Class 1 certification (Class-1 Police Officer).
• Must maintain a valid South Carolina driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable laws.
• Must complete and submit a Town of Williamston background questionnaire and pass extensive background investigation; no serious criminal record (determined by nature of violation).
• Ability to effectively work with other local and state agencies.
• Completion of a six month probationary period.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Documented experience working with children.
• SCCJA class 1 certification
• NASRO basic SRO certification or equivalent.
• Crisis Intervention Team training
• ALICE or equivalent active shooter training

Physical Abilities: The following abilities are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below 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 essential functions

• Must be able to sit, talk, and listen for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, drive, stand, walk, reach with hands/arms, stoop/crouch, climb/balance, and operate mechanical equipment.
• Must have clarity of vision, three-dimensional vision, precise hand-eye coordination, and ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement to type and work on computer and/or related equipment.
• Must be able to engage in foot pursuits/effect arrests.
• May be required to lift 100 pounds or more.
• Must be able to interact positively with students giving a positive impression for law enforcement.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Compensation:

• Insurance: Group health insurance is available
• PEBA retirement benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation after probationary period

Application Instructions:

Resumes or applications may be submitted through really.com website.

Application for employment can downloaded from https://williamstonsc.us

The Town of Williamston, SC is an equal opportunity employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $49,000