School Police Officer 24/25 SY

Job Description

TITLE : IPS Police Officer

WHO WE ARE :

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is a student-focused, innovative educational organization

committed to academic excellence. Our mission is to empower and educate all students to think

critically, creatively, and responsibly, to embrace diversity, and to pursue their dreams with a

purpose. We are a family of excellent public schools in which every student has the opportunity to

succeed and the power to create their own future.

Led by forward-thinking leadership and our commitment to prioritizing students, racial equity, and

authentic engagement with our families, team members, and communities, our staff have diverse

opportunities to develop their careers in a challenging but rewarding environment. We are an

organization for people who are passionate about education and who are committed to the

Indianapolis community.

SUMMARY OF OPPORTUNITY :

An IPS Police Officer assists school administrators in creating and maintaining a safe and secure

school climate and learning environment for students, staff and visitors; provides a full range of

law enforcement / SRO services to the district including crime prevention, alternatives to arrest,

physical security, criminal investigation, as well as emergency plans and operations. The person in

this role exercises jurisdiction routinely over school age children in Marion County, regardless of

specific location. The officer is expected to create relationships with stakeholders (school

administrators, parents, students, and the greater community), formulate crime prevention tactics,

and make himself or herself available for meetings regarding law enforcement related topics.

WHAT YOU’LL DO :

The following outlines what your core duties and responsibilities will be for this position and

provides a sample overview of what your day-to-day may look like.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains rapport with students. Serve as a positive role model for

students.

Regularly exercises alternatives to arrest in a continuous effort to lower the arrest of

juveniles.

Investigates crimes or assists in criminal investigations as appropriate.

Effects apprehensions and makes arrests as appropriate.

Maintains confidentiality of information, reports and records.

Other duties as assigned

Day In the Life Overview

On a regular day, as a Police Officer, you might :

Facilitate Conferences

Accommodate students and staff on field trips

Patrol school buildings and grounds

Perform bus duties and or metal detections

Attend required training sessions

WHAT YOU’ll BRING : SKILLS AND MINDSETS

As an ideal candidate for this role, you will be able to achieve the following :

Remain calm under pressure

Clearly communicate with students and staff

Maintain confidentiality of information, reports and records.

Spanish and / or bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. This is not a requirement.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED certification

Previous law enforcement experience and working with youth experience is helpful, but

not required.

FLSA CLASSIFICATION :

Non-Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK :

Not eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The physical requirements described here 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must meet minimum Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board physical fitness requirements upon

arrival at the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy for the Basic Law Enforcement Course. Must

meet minimum Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board physical fitness requirements for veteran

officers when such are adopted.