School Resource Officer

Ashlandalpd; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A School Resource Officer (SRO) position is assigned to a school or group of schools to help maintain a safe and secure learning environment. The SRO builds positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members while providing security, crime prevention education, and emergency response support.

The role emphasizes collaboration with school administrators, local law enforcement, and educators to promote safety, respond to incidents, and implement prevention programs within

Qualifications

• Current certification as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• School Resource Officer certification within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible presence on campus to promote safety and deter criminal activity.
• Develop positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and parents.
• Investigate incidents occurring on school property and coordinate with local law enforcement when necessary.
• Assist in the development and implementation of school safety and emergency response plans.
• Provide education on topics such as drug awareness, internet safety, bullying prevention, and conflict resolution.
• Monitor and assess potential security risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Respond to emergencies, threats, and crisis situations in a timely manner.
• Support school administrators in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of incidents and activities.
• Participate in school events, meetings, and community outreach programs.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Youth engagement

Crisis intervention

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible presence on campus to promote safety and deter criminal activity.
• Develop positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and parents.
• Investigate incidents occurring on school property and coordinate with local law enforcement when necessary.
• Assist in the development and implementation of school safety and emergency response plans.
• Provide education on topics such as drug awareness, internet safety, bullying prevention, and conflict resolution.
• Monitor and assess potential security risks and recommend corrective actions.
Respond to emergencies, threats, and crisis situations in a timely manner.
• Support school administrators in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of incidents and activities.
• Participate in school events, meetings, and community outreach programs.

Requirements

• Current certification as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of law enforcement experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with youth, educators, and families.
• Knowledge of school safety practices, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution techniques.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Certified as a School Resource Officer, at least within the first year of taking the postion.

About the position

The School Resource Officer (SRO) is a sworn law enforcement officer assigned to a school or group of schools to help maintain a safe and secure learning environment. The SRO builds positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members while providing security, crime prevention education, and emergency response support.