SY25-26 Campus Police, School Resource Officer

Savannah-Chatham Country Schools • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

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

Requirements

• A GED or a standard high school diploma from a GaDOE-approved and accredited institution is required with six months experience in a similar role.
• 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 security of confidential materials.
• Ability to judge when to act independently and when to refer situations to supervisor.
• Ability to work cooperatively with employees, students, parents, and public.
• Knowledge of basic law to include criminal and civil statues.
• 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 offense and to arbitrate for restitution.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in law enforcement

Responsibilities

• Enforces regulations and procedures in order to assure the safety of district property, personnel, and students.
• Responsible for maintaining high visibility on school campus in order to safeguard district property, maintains safety of students and staff.
• Investigates incidents related to burglary, theft, arson, malicious mischief, criminal trespass, and assaults and writes 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 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED