School Resource Officer

Metter; Georgia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Personal and sick leave

TRS

Job summary

The Metter School District in Georgia is seeking a School Resource Officer to perform police duties within the school system, including policy enforcement, crime prevention, and safety planning.

The role requires POST certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license, with strong public speaking and investigative skills to support principals and district staff in maintaining a secure learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two or more years of law enforcement experience.
• POST certification required.
• Current and valid driver's license required.
• Police officer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Protect students and staff and enforce state laws.
• Conduct visits to schools to promote safety and security.
• Provide investigative assistance and security advice to principals.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and safety plans.
• Maintain detailed records and reports on operations.
• Attend events and maintain professional conduct.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Public speaking

Investigation

Policy enforcement

Education

High school diploma or GED

POST certification

Driver's license

Job description

Job Detail - School Resource Officer Posted on : 11/21/2025

Job Title: School Resource Officer

Job Location: Central Office

Category: Classified

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

210 Days/Exempt/Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of police work for the school system involving policy and law enforcement, the protection of life and property, and the prevention and investigation of crime.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Protects and serves the students and employees of the Crawford County School District and enforces the laws of the State of Georgia
• Performs scheduled and non-scheduled visits to all schools and facilities within the School District in order to promote safety and security
• Provides investigative assistance and security advice to the principals of each school within the School District
• Promotes a positive and cooperative working environment between employees of the School District and local law enforcement entities
• Demonstrates effective writing and verbal communication skills and strong public speaking skills
• Maintains detailed records and reports on all operations of the Program
• Enjoys working with young people and is able to establish an appropriate and professional working relationship with school officials, faculty, staff, students, parents, and community
• Presents a neat and professional appearance
• Is willing to work flexible hours to attend extracurricular activities and has a positive attitude toward continuing education and is willing to attend all necessary training to retain certification and keeps current on school issues
• Maintains a high standard of professional conduct in his/her dealings with administrators, staff, students, parents, and community members
• Complies with all applicable federal and state laws, School Board policies and procedures, school rules and standards governing law enforcement in carrying out duties and responsibilities for maintaining order in the schools
• Is a legal liaison between school system and area law enforcement agencies and courts
• Maintains visibility in the schools in order to help prevent crimes and other disruptive behavior
• Makes himself/herself available for conferences with students, parents and faculty members in order to assist with problems relating to law enforcement or crime prevention to the greatest extent possible
• Assists in coordinating and implementing the school safety plan in order to provide for all possible school emergencies
• Assists school principals in coordinating security and safety to all after-school events, including athletic events. Where requested by administration, attends both home and away sporting events, school dances, PTO meetings, School Board meetings and any other requested extracurricular event
• Is responsible for investigating all crimes committed on or against school property or during school activities, at all times regardless of whether school is in session or not
• Serves as a classroom resource for instruction in the following areas: safety programs, law-related education, life skills, conflict resolution, gang resistance, and other programs dealing with law and drug awareness
• Maintains prompt and regular attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent or Director of School Safety/Chief of Police

SUPERVISES

No supervisory responsibilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in law enforcement.
• POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certification a must.
• Current and valid drivers' license is required.
• Police Officer experience required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive background investigation and drug screening will be conducted prior to employment

COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB

• Knowledge of law enforcement administration, school procedures and protocols, and criminal justice systems
• Knowledge of emergency management and incident command principles and applications
• Knowledge of school law and school codes of conduct
• Knowledge of best practices in various aspects of school safety and the ability to implement best practices, policies, and procedures with the school system
• Skill in public speaking and public relations
• Skill in planning, organizing and decision‑making
• Skill in the use of firearms, less‑lethal use of force options, and restraint equipment and techniques
• Skill in interpersonal relationships
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to be regularly, predictably and reliably at work
• Ability to perform routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Ability to relate to and work with adults and students in a positive manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Two (2) or more years of experience in law enforcement
• Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification
• Current and valid driver’s license

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive background investigation and drug screening will be conducted prior to employment

COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB

• Knowledge of law enforcement administration, school procedures and protocols, and criminal justice systems
• Knowledge of emergency management and incident command principles and applications
• Knowledge of school law and school codes of conduct
• Knowledge of best practices in various aspects of school safety and the ability to implement best practices, policies, and procedures with the school system
• Skill in public speaking and public relations
• Skill in planning, organizing and decision‑making
• Skill in the use of firearms, less‑lethal use of force options, and restraint equipment and techniques
• Skill in interpersonal relationships
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to be regularly, predictably and reliably at work
• Ability to perform routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Ability to relate to and work with adults and students in a positive manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

SALARY/TERMS/BENEFITS

• Negotiable
• Excellent Benefits package, including: health insurance, dental, vision and life insurance, personal and sick leave, membership in Teacher Retirement System (TRS)

Qualification Required: Please see qualifications above