SY26-27 Campus Police, School Resource Officer

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is seeking an experienced School Resource Officer to police campus grounds and incidents at our Savannah, Georgia campuses. The officer will maintain high visibility, enforce laws and school rules, and prepare clear reports.

Requirements include GA POST certification, a GED or high school diploma, and ability to operate emergency equipment and vehicles. This is a full-time, 250-day position with an hourly salary range as posted.

Qualifications

• Must be POST certified as a police officer.
• Police academy or security procedures training completed.
• Ability to operate emergency equipment, weapons, and motor vehicles.
• Ability to prepare accurate and concise written reports.

Responsibilities

• Enforces district regulations to ensure student, staff, and property safety.
• Maintains high visibility on campus to deter incidents.
• Investigates burglaries, thefts, arson, trespass and assaults; writes reports.
• Interviews, arrests, transports, books, and advises suspects of rights.
• Responds to alarms and follows safety standards; performs other duties.

Skills

POST certification

Police academy training

Report writing

Crowd control

Law knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Driver license

Education

GED or high school diploma

Tools

Emergency equipment operation

Weapons handling

Motor vehicle operation

Job description

SY 26-27 Campus Police, School Resource Officer

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Job Details

Job ID: 5822656
Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: This position is responsible for maintaining high visibility on school property to prevent and respond to crimes against district property, students and personnel.

REPORTS TO: Campus Police, Sergeant

SALARY SCHEDULE:108

WORK DAYS: 250

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education Level: A GED or a standard high school diploma from a GaDOE-approved and accredited institution is required, with six months of experience in a similar role.

Experience, Skill, and Certification:

• Must be certified by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training council (POST) as a police officer.
• Police academy or training in specific areas of security procedures and investigation.
• Ability to operate emergency equipment, weapons, and motor vehicles.
• Ability to maintain crowd control.
• Ability to work rapidly and accurately with names, codes, and symbols.
• Ability to prepare accurate and concise written reports.
• Ability to maintain the security of confidential materials.
• Ability to judge when to act independently and when to refer situations to a supervisor.
• Ability to work cooperatively with employees, students, parents, and the public.
• Knowledge of basic law, including criminal and civil statutes.
• Knowledge of police procedures, Criminal Code of Georgia, Juvenile Court Code, and Basic Law Enforcement.
• Ability to work with principals, administrators, and other school personnel regarding juvenile or adult offenses and to arbitrate for restitution.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in law enforcement

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enforces regulations and procedures in order to assure the safety of district property, personnel, and students.
• Responsible for maintaining high visibility on the school campus in order to safeguard district property, maintains safety of students and staff.
• Investigate incidents related to burglary, theft, arson, malicious mischief, criminal trespass, and assaults, and write appropriate reports.
• Interviews, apprehends, arrests, transports, books, and advises suspects of certain constitutional rights.
• Responds to silent alarm calls and fire alarm calls to determine the cause and take appropriate action.
• Conforms to prescribed safety standards.
• Performs other duties as necessary for the safe and effective operation of the school and district.

Pre Offer Requirements:

• Background Investigation with Polygraph, Psychological, and Medical Exam.
• Criminal History Record and Sex Offender Registry Checks
• Drug Test
• Maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Incumbents will be considered “at will.” This position is considered to be “essential personnel, critical staff” when there is an event that creates security challenges or disruptions to district operations. This position may be required to work during identified periods of an emergency as defined in Policy Regulation GBRB-R, Title: Professional Personnel Time Schedules.

Appropriate pay will be determined based on Grade 108 of the classified hourly scale and allowable experience as determined by Human Resources. This is a 250-workday position. Revised 07-2023

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A responsibility is considered to be “non-essential” (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:

• it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or
• it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.

Note the responsibility number from the list in the “Duties and Responsibilities” section for those responsibilities that could be considered “non-essential” based on this definition.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. The category applicable to this position is listed below.

[ ] OFFICE Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephones, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are a few exceptional physical or sensory demands.

[ ] SPECIAL JOB LOCATION AND CONDITIONS:

• Duties are performed in and out of an office setting; requires travel to various locations of Chatham County and other locations throughout the United States as required.
• Requires driving a County vehicle.
• Operates equipment to include mobile and portable radios, firearms, tranquilizer gun, telephone, copier, computer keyboard, and calculator.
• Performs work safely in accordance with department safety procedures and the County Safety Program.
• Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work condition or practice to supervisor.

EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICAL OR SENSORY DEMANDS

(Check any that apply to this job and complete the required information.)

[x] Occasional heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds of materials for recruitment fairs, etc.

[ ] Frequent climbing up to _______ feet, and/or working on building roofs.

[ ] Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter.

[x] Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards.

[x] Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods.

[X] Other: Incumbents may be required to restrain students or adults in potentially violent situations. There may be circumstances that require climbing, stooping, lifting, running, crawling, and other demanding physical activity. Eyesight may be corrected, but must be very good even in low light. Long periods of seated travel by car between locations will be required. There may be prolonged periods of standing and walking.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $30.49 to $48.62 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Safety/Security

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Office of Talent and Human Resources
• 208 Bull Street
• Savannah, Georgia 31401
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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