Resource Officer

eSchool Consultants • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Resource Officer position is to identify potential problems regarding welfare, safety and/or security of students, personnel, visitors and/or site; maintain safety on campus by enforcing disciplinary policies and regulations; communicate information and respond to inquiries; rapport building with students and staff to help maintain a great working environment.

Requirements

• SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and utilizing pertinent software applications.
• KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: codes, regulations & laws related to the rights of students; safety practices and procedures; and the physical signs indicating students are under the influence of alcohol or other drugs; and gang-member identification
• ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions.
• Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Ohio State Driver’s License
• Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearances

Nice To Haves

• Job related experience is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists community law enforcement personnel for the purpose of supporting them on student drug related problems.
• Communicates district policies and enforcement procedures to students, personnel and visitors for the purpose of ensuring their understanding and the potential consequences of violation.
• Investigates potential crimes and/or student related incidents (e.g. surveillance camera, cafeteria, numerous floors etc.) for the purpose of resolving conflicts and/or pursuing further action.
• Monitors school facilities (e.g. grounds, buildings, adjacent areas, parking lot, lunch time activities, vehicle registration, etc.) for the purpose of providing visibility, maintaining security, and deterring crime.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. incident and activity reports, authorities logs, visitor logs, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. fights, injury, classroom, etc.) for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns.
• Restrains students (e.g. overdoses, behavioral problems, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring their own safety and the safety of others.
• Searches students, vehicles, etc. for the purpose of ensuring safety of students/personnel and referring to administration and/or law enforcement as may be required.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Benefits

• Four- day work week
• Stable, successful school environment with over 12 years of successful academic offerings
• Professional, effective, friendly staff and administration
• Administrative staff members are former teachers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED