Advanced School Resource Officer: Mentor & Protect Students

Bluffton Police Department; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bluffton Police Department seeks a Class 3 Advanced School Resource Officer to work with Beaufort County School District elementary schools. The role blends law enforcement with youth mentoring, safety education, and crime prevention inside the schools.

You will follow the district schedule and collaborate with district staff to maintain a positive learning environment. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid South Carolina driver’s license, and completion of the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some law enforcement work experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Enforces all Federal, State, and local laws to ensure safety and maintain order.
• Identifies potential problems, responds to various criminal activities, and conducts investigations dealing with school-related incidents.
• Serves as a role model, counselor, mentor, and instructor while building rapport with the students, staff, and community to promote a positive and safe learning environment.
• Instructs and conveys a variety of information, resources, and referrals.
• Gathers, evaluates, corroborates, analyzes, and disseminates criminal intelligence in cooperation with Law Enforcement Agencies.
• Coordinates with schools officials to implement effective emergency response plans while utilizing advanced techniques to ensure a positive outcome with school-related incidents.
• Recognizes and distinguishes the proper plan of action to facilitate the most positive outcome for all parties involved in school settings.
• Organizes, schedules, and plans Law Enforcement services for extracurricular events on and off school campuses.
• Performs other similar duties as required.

Skills

Police procedures

Law enforcement knowledge

Firearms handling

Vehicle operation

Community relations

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Bluffton Police Department seeks a Class 3 Advanced School Resource Officer to work with Beaufort County School District elementary schools. The role blends law enforcement with youth mentoring, safety education, and crime prevention inside the schools.

You will follow the district schedule and collaborate with district staff to maintain a positive learning environment. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid South Carolina driver’s license, and completion of the