SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (NON-GA POST CERTIFIED CANDIDATES ONLY) *HIRING INCENTIVE $2,500*

Position Type : SAFETY

SAFETY

Date Posted : 6 / 3 / 2024

6 / 3 / 2024

Location : Operations : Safety

Operations : Safety

POSITION SUMMARY

The School Resource Officer supports and facilitates the educational process within the Atlanta Public School System by providing a safe and secure environment through building and establishing meaningful relationships with students and staff and proactively interacting with the school community to ensure the enforcement of city and state laws, preservation of public order, protection of life and the prevention, detection, or investigation of crime.

The incumbent will work effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and community agencies to support teaching and learning in the schools and patrol district property to protect students, staff, and visitors from physical harm and prevent loss to district property resulting from criminal activity.

Incumbents may spend extended periods of time patrolling and investigating crimes on District property, both in automobiles and on foot.

Incumbents may be required to restrain parties involved in conflict physically. In extreme cases, the incumbent may be exposed to violent and / or armed confrontations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Georgia Criminal and Traffic Code, City and County Ordinances, Criminal Procedures, Juvenile Law and court proceedings
• Ability to work with youth and adults in the school setting
• Ability to investigate suspicious circumstances, persons, vehicles, etc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite and other office equipment such as incident reporting software, fax, copiers, and scanners
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills, using sound judgment, in rendering solutions to various issues that arise in the schools
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with students, staff, and internal / external stakeholders
• Ability to work with youth and adults

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Conducts routine patrols of assigned facilities to include buildings, parking lots, and district-owned, leased, or rented property for suspicious activity, unauthorized persons, or unauthorized entry after hours, taking law enforcement action when necessary
• Provides in-service training to administrators to deal with security-related matters, develop and maintain safety protocol and procedures, and serves as a wrap-around services team member to support student success
• Works closely with the principal and staff of the school to foster a better understanding of the law enforcement function to maintain a secure learning environment
• Serves as a visible and active law enforcement officer on campus dealing with law-related areas such as drugs, traffic, trespassing, fighting, and thefts and enforces campus rules and regulations
• Makes arrests only when necessary to protect school property
• Operates district equipment to include alarm systems, surveillance equipment, and patrol unit vehicles when necessary
• Identifies and prevents, through counseling and referral, delinquent behavior, including substance abuse
• Manages behavior of victims, witnesses, and others when handling or responding to incidents
• Works collaboratively with public safety agencies to serve as a liaison between school and community to deter criminal and delinquent behavior
• Conducts courses and workshops for students, staff, and parents to promote social awareness, relationship skills, self-management, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making
• Coordinates security for crowd and vehicle control at extra-curricular activities and special events.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact the safety of the environment for students and staff
• Serves as the initial first responder and school safety coordinator for campus emergencies.
• Prepares written reports, maintains daily logs, and obtains and serves arrest and search warrants as necessary; testifies in court as required
• Subdues offenders and criminals by using the minimum amount of force needed to protect the officer and other persons
• Provides instructions and directions to others as they pertain to law enforcement matters and emergency situations.
• Conducts security building assessments for schools; guards, checks, and secures doors, rooms, buildings, and equipment
• Operates a two-way radio and qualifies with a department-issued firearm
• Provides protection and transportation to and from pre-designated places for Board Members and district administrators
• Works flexible hours, evenings and staggered shifts, holidays and weekends, and / or in emergency situations and to direct traffic / pedestrians crossing busy streets around schools or on school grounds when necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator
• Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION :

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

CERTIFICATION / LICENSE :

• Valid Georgia driver's license is required
• Georgia PSC clearance certificate is required
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification (TO BE OBTAINED ONCE HIRED)
• Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) certification preferred
• Certification as a Peace Officer must be completed within one year of appointment

WORK EXPEREINCE :

2 years of work experience in law enforcement with a traditional law enforcement agency or school environment preferred

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification.

In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision : Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing : Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions

Speech : Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility : Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow;

extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength : Ability to lift, push, pull and / or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements : Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

• Mental Requirements : Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance;
• math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards;

give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records.

Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities :

• Works in inclement weather.
• Ability to walk, run, climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods of time.
• Physical fitness tests are required yearly.
• May involve routine exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Overtime work, including evenings, weekends, and athletic events as assigned by the Sergeant / supervisor to provide maximum security coverage, is required

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

COMPENSATION

Salary Grade : SRO

Salary Range : APS Salary Schedules

Work Days : 261

To receive the $2,500 Hiring Incentive, applicants must be a new APS SRO as of 8 / 1 / 2023 to present date.

Incentive will be paid in one (1) payment of $2,500 in May 2024