School Resource Deputy Sheriff (SRO) – Protect & Engage Students

Wicomico Partnership; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Wicomico Partnership in Maryland seeks a Deputy Sheriff: School Resource Officer (SRO) for elementary schools. This is a 10-month seasonal position, requiring Maryland Police Training Commission certification, with duties including deterring crime, educating students about law enforcement, and building positive relationships with school groups.

Qualified candidates must have two years of MPTC-certified experience and meet the required evaluations (physical agility, polygraph, background check,

Qualifications

• Must have two years of experience as a Maryland Police Training Commission Certified Law Enforcement Officer.
• Must meet the following conditions: physical agility test, polygraph, background investigation, medical and mental health examinations, and computer operation, including word processing and data entry.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• All employment applications must be complete to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Deter criminal activity in the school and community by being highly visible during the school day and after-school activities.
• Educate students on the role of law enforcement in society.
• Maintain contact and positive relationships with school groups such as PTAs and Booster Clubs.
• Assist school administrators in diagnosing law enforcement-related problems and provide referrals and interventions as needed.
• Conduct regular security inspections of school buildings and grounds.

Education

Maryland Police Training Commission Certified Law Enforcement Officer

Tools

Word processing

Data entry

Job description

Wicomico Partnership in Maryland seeks a Deputy Sheriff: School Resource Officer (SRO) for elementary schools. This is a 10-month seasonal position, requiring Maryland Police Training Commission certification, with duties including deterring crime, educating students about law enforcement, and building positive relationships with school groups.

Qualified candidates must have two years of MPTC-certified experience and meet the required evaluations (physical agility, polygraph, background check,