School Safety & Resource Officer (SRO)

YORK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT; York (York County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The York City School District is seeking a School Safety and Security Officer to uphold the district's safety, discipline, and attendance policies. The role requires working with the police department and school staff to ensure a secure learning environment.

The officer will operate surveillance and safety systems, participate in trainings, and respond to emergencies while maintaining confidentiality involving students and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have law enforcement/public safety background and relevant training.
• De-escalation skills and passive restraint experience required.
• Understanding of NIMS and Crisis Management Response.
• Extensive knowledge of Pennsylvania school attendance laws.
• Extensive knowledge of Pennsylvania School Code related to school police officer.
• First Aid and CPR Training.
• Experience with local and state judicial systems.
• Act 120/Act 235 training preferred; clearances may be required.
• NASRO certification is a strong asset.
• Self-paid drug screening may be required.
• Transcripts available upon request.

Responsibilities

• Take the Oath of Office as a Safety and Security Officer.
• Enforce York City School discipline and attendance policies.
• Maintain knowledge of federal/state protocols and procedures.
• Maintain a safe environment balancing safety with openness conducive to learning.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement during emergencies on district properties.
• Work closely with the York City Police Department.
• Supervise monitors and oversee security.
• Provide security and crowd control at events and in facilities as needed.
• Operate and monitor surveillance and safety systems.
• Attend departmental trainings and continuing education.

Skills

Law enforcement background

De-escalation training

NIMS & Crisis Management

First Aid & CPR

Knowledge of PA school laws

PA School Code knowledge

Judicial system knowledge

NASRO certification

Drug screening compliance

Transcripts

Education

Act 120 / Act 235 training

Acts 34/151/FBI clearances (self-paid)

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Tools

Surveillance equipment operation

Fire/Intrusion system basics

Emergency communications systems

Job description

The York City School District is seeking a School Safety and Security Officer to uphold the district's safety, discipline, and attendance policies. The role requires working with the police department and school staff to ensure a secure learning environment.

The officer will operate surveillance and safety systems, participate in trainings, and respond to emergencies while maintaining confidentiality involving students and staff.