SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (CLAS)

District Wide; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson County Schools District Wide in Bardstown, KY seeks a School Resource Officer (CLAS). The role reports to the Director of Operations and Environmental Safety and is classified with 186 days plus up to 4 extended days.

The officer will enforce laws, coordinate safety with district leaders, and engage students to foster a safe, caring learning environment. Requires law enforcement experience and a KY driver's license.

Qualifications

• Law enforcement experience required; 5+ years preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in relevant field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Valid Kentucky Driver's License; POPS Certified.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Federal, State and Local laws and ordinances on school property.
• Assist officials with policies and regs regarding school safety.
• Communicate with community, staff, parents and students to coordinate safety actions.
• Act as liaison to school and district leadership during investigations.
• Prepare accurate reports of crimes and incidents.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law Enforcement or Education Related Field

Equivalent experience or combination

Tools

POPS Certified

Job description

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (CLAS)

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Job Details

Job ID: 4978449

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jun 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (CLAS)

REPORTS TO

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

CLASSIFIED SALARY (LEVEL 5)

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

186 DAYS + UP TO 4 EXTENDED DAYS, 8 HOURS PER DAY

EXEMPT STATUS

EXEMPT

JOB CLASS CODE

7824

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

CLASSIFIED (HAZARDOUS DUTY AS NEEDED)

DATE APPROVED

4/15/2025

QUALIFICATIONS

Must Have Law Enforcement Experience (5+ years preferred)

Bachelor's Degree in Law Enforcement or Education Related Field preferred, equivalent experience or combination will be considered.

Valid Kentucky Drivers License.

Current Police Officer Professional Standards (POPS) Certified.

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs specialized law enforcement duties that provide safe schools.

Creates experiences that engage students socially, emotionally and physically; providing a foundation of CARE so students excel academically and socially.

DISTRICT AND SCHOOL PRIORITY ALIGNMENT

Align actions with district and school values and core priorities.

Evaluated based on the efficacy of aligned actions.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Enforce Federal, State and Local criminal laws and ordinances.

Assist school officials with the enforcement of Local Board of Education policies and Administrative Regulations regarding school safety.

Communicate with community, staff, parents and students to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve school safety issues or conflicts.

Act as a liaison to school and district leadership in investigating criminal law violations occurring on school and district property.

Prepare and complete accurate and thorough reports of crimes, and other incidents as necessary.

Assist school officials with the enforcement of Local Board of Education policies and Administrative Regulations regarding school safety.

Assist in the development and coordination of district wide risk and threat assessment protocols.

Prepare active fire suppression and prevention techniques.

Partner in the development and implementation of district and school emergency response plans, which include crisis response and recovery plans that align with community crisis response plans (first responders).

Attend and conduct parent conferences regarding school safety or code of conduct violations as needed.

Partner with school and district leadership to build psychologically safe buildings and classrooms through fostering positive, healthy school climates.

Implement activities and programs that promote integrity and interpersonal skills, engagement with community, build character, and educate the whole child.

Partner in the development of a district wide implementation of restorative practices.

Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.

Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance.

Maintain appropriate professional appearance.

Adhere to the appropriate code of ethics.

Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

The ability to connect and partner closely with the Nelson County community.

The ability to build relationships, unite people, and innovate together to leverage resources for students.

The ability to strategically plan in collaboration with others towards the NCS District Mission.

Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Interpersonal skills: patience, courtesy, and CARE.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Wide range of physical movement. Full mobility

Use of speech, vision, hearing.

Use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

Bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.

Indoor and outdoor activity.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Melissa Case
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]