What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Resource Officer position at City of Douglas?
The Douglas Police Department and Converse County School District #1 is seeking a qualified Peace Officer to serve as a School Resource Officer (SRO). This position will be tasked with a wide variety of law enforcement activities related to the school environment to ensure general safety and security of their assigned school. This position will be assigned to the middle and elementary schools.
The School Resource Officer is responsible for building positive relationships between students, parents, and faculty and requires the ability to effectively fulfill the roles of mentor, instructor, and law enforcement officer to meet the goals of the school district and police department. This position will maintain a safe, secure, and positive learning environment. Responsibilities include disseminating information, arbitrating disputes, providing assistance through referrals, property protection, crime detection and prevention, plan and conduct trainings, investigative, or other public safety services.
This position will primarily require hours of work Monday thru Friday, however, may also require additional hours for school events/activities that fall outside the school’s standard hours. While school is not in session during summer months, the SRO may be required to work patrol shift work, depending on the needs of the school.
Applicants must have a minimum of three (3) years law enforcement experience and have attended or the ability to attend the 40-hour NASRO Basic SRO course or equivalent. Applicant must be Wyoming P.O.S.T certified or have the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
Salary Range: $43,615.93 - $73,753.03 – DOE. Incentive pay also offered for college degree. The City of Douglas pays 100% toward Wyoming Retirement and 100% health insurance. Applications will be accepted until March 4, 2022.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,615.00 - $73,753.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location