School Resource Officer - Lateral Police Officer

City of Aberdeen, MD•Aberdeen, MD

64d•$65,021 - $76,058

About The Position

The Aberdeen Police Department is seeking a dedicated and community-oriented School Resource Officer (SRO) to serve within the city's public schools. This full-time position will focus on fostering a safe and positive learning environment through proactive engagement, mentorship, and collaboration with school staff, students, and families. Applicants who already possess Maryland SRO certification are highly encouraged to apply. However, the department will provide full School Resource Officer training to qualified candidates who are already certified law enforcement officers. The selected officer will represent the Aberdeen Police Department in the school community, emphasizing safety, trust, and educational support while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. The City of Aberdeen is accepting applications for experienced Police Officers with MPCTC certification. In-state and out-of-state applicants accepted. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant-friendly, online job application!

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old
Must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of this state
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be certified by MPCTC as a Police Officer in good standing.
Must be able to pass a background investigation, polygraph examination, physical examination, and emotional and psychological fitness examination
Valid Maryland state driver's license or ability to obtain Maryland state driver's license.
Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
Strong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Professional appearance and demeanor
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Collects, preserves, and processes evidence; performs searches; detains suspicious vehicles and persons; arrests when probable cause exists; and searches, restrains, transports, guards, and processes people
Interacts with citizens while on patrol; establishes rapport and good relations to foster law enforcement objectives.
Enforces traffic laws and parking regulation; investigates accidents and, as required, renders first aid to victims.
Corrects hazardous situations as appropriate.
Conducts investigations by obtaining information by interviewing witnesses; gathering and preserving evidence; performing arrests as appropriate.
Identifies community problems and possible solutions by attending community meetings or by other appropriate means.
Ensures reports, warrant applications, and other legal documents are prepared accurately and on time.
Performs other duties as assigned
Testifies in court, as required.
Maintains a positive, professional attitude and appearance at all times when performing any official duty, to reflect positively on the Officer, the Department and the public in general.