School Resource Officer

Young World Physical Education; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School District is seeking a School Resource Officer in Starkville, Mississippi. The role focuses on safeguarding property, maintaining order, and guiding students under the Police Chief’s direction.

Responsibilities include patrolling campus, conducting training and investigations, and providing counseling to students. A rigorous background check is required, with immediate starting date.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of law enforcement experience as a certified police officer.
• Possession of a current State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Police Officer Full-time Certificate.
• High School Diploma or High School Equivalent.
• Consent to a rigorous background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Patrol school property to prevent crime.
• Conduct training in areas of expertise.
• Conduct criminal investigations.
• Provide counseling to students and intervene with uncooperative students.
• Ensure a safe and orderly school environment.
• Report regularly and punctually to assigned work location and notify supervisor or designee of impending absence in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent, Chief of Police, or Assistant Superintendents.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Education

Mississippi Police Officer Full-time Certificate

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

School Resource Officer

Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School District Central Office - Starkville, Mississippi

Job Details

Job ID: 5839587

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

REPORTS TO: SOCSD Police Chief

SUMMARY: The School Resource Officer is responsible for safeguarding school property against burglary, vandalism, trespassing, and other hazardous criminal or unauthorized activities as well as maintaining order and discipline among school students and staff. This position also conducts in-service training, provides counseling to students, and intervenes with uncooperative students, all under the direction of SOCSD’s Chief of Police.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patrol school property to prevent crime.
• Conduct training in areas of expertise.
• Conduct criminal investigations.
• Provide counseling to students and intervene with uncooperative students.
• Ensure a safe and orderly school environment.
• Report regularly and punctually to assigned work location and notify supervisor or designee of impending absence in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent, Chief of Police, or Assistant Superintendents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum three (3) years of law enforcement experience as a certified police officer.
• Possession of a current State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Police Officer Full-time Certificate.
• High School Diploma or High School Equivalent.
• Consent to a rigorous background investigation.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $34,500 Per Year

Contact Information

• Tony Tillman, Chief of Police
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]