Job Description

Salary: $37,063-$53,742

Job Description:

The School Resource Officer (SRO) for The Collegiate High School at Northwest Florida State College (CHS) is directly accountable to the Chief of Police/Executive Director – Campus Safety & Security for the following duties and responsibilities:

• Fulfill all duties of a school resource officer (or school safety officer) as established by Florida law and applicable regulations.
• Patrol designated CHS buildings during CHS hours Monday through Friday.
• Patrol designated CHS events during or after CHS hours, as needed.
• Serve on CHS teams or committees as required by Florida law and applicable regulations, and as needed, at CHS administrators’ request.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safety requirements and protocols in high school and post-secondary environments.
• Complete all required and recommended training for SROs and seek continuous professional development.
• Participate in development of, maintenance of, and training on CHS emergency response plans and other safety protocols.
• Be a safety resource to CHS administrators, faculty, staff, students, and parents.
• Be a positive, constructive influence on the CHS and broader College environment, clearly communicating with CHS administrators, College administrators, faculty, staff, students, and parents.
• Exercise professional judgment and discretion regarding what is a safety issue versus what is a disciplinary or other CHS administrative function.
• Build rapport with CHS administrators, faculty, staff, and students.
• Competently, proactively provide resolution/intervention between students regarding safety concerns.
• Consult with school administrators regarding safety issues at CHS, on the Niceville Campus, or in the community as it affects CHS students.
• Abide by the Oath of Office and Code of Ethics.
• Enforce federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ensure timely communication with dispatch and supervisors.
• Lock and unlock doors.
• Report observed safety concerns and hazards.
• Provide escort services on campus, as needed.
• Provide written reports on investigations, complaints, security incidents, etc.
• Collect, prepare, and document evidence for completing reports and testifying in court.
• Perform all other applicable administrative or other law enforcement duties as assigned.
• Complete annual mandatory training, as a part of the College’s risk management tool.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• College-paid health insurance for employee and dependent coverage at employee’s expense
• College-paid basic life insurance for employee with additional coverage for employee and/or dependents at employee’s expense
• College-paid retirement with 3% employee contribution to the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Optional dental and vision insurance at employee’s expense
• Paid leave accrual (sick and vacation/annual leave)
• Paid time off for designated holidays, winter break, and spring break
• Free tickets to designated Mattie Kelly Arts Center and Raider Athletic events.

Requirements:

• High school diploma with valid certification from accredited Police/Criminal Justice Program plus one (1) to four (4) years relevant experience.
• Completion of a Florida Approved Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training program.
• Passing score on the Florida State Officer Certification Exam.
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of law enforcement.
• Pass background investigation, physical examination, and drug testing.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Law enforcement field experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Background working in schools or with children preferred.
• High school diploma required, Associate’s degree preferred.

How to Apply

1. NWFSC Application.
2. Resume.
3. A cover letter explaining why you consider yourself qualified for this position.
4. Copies of unofficial transcripts.

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: high school, police, and resource officer. Salaries: 40,000 - 60,000.

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