School Resource Officer ($4,500 Retention Bonus)

City of Coconut Creek • Coconut Creek, FL

21h • $48 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs a wide variety of police and law enforcement activities specifically related to the school environment during the school year. Tasks are primarily service-oriented and include working with and mentoring students, disseminating information, arbitrating disputes, and providing assistance through referrals, property protection, crime prevention, investigative, and other public safety services. The selected candidate must have successfully completed the basic recruit training at a certified Police Academy and possess a current certification from the State of Florida as a Law Enforcement Officer as described under Chapter 943, Florida Statutes (F.S.).

Requirements

• Must possess current certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Florida as described under Chapter 493 of the Florida Statutes.
• Must have a Minimum of three (3) years of Certified Law Enforcement Officer experience
• Minimum of 21 years of age on the date of hire.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must live in Palm Beach, Broward or Dade County within the first three (3) months of the job offer.
• Proof of passing of the swim test and Basic Motor Skills Test (Agility) at any state certified FDLE/CJSTC Institute.
• Must complete a physical examination, including drug screen and vision testing. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, night vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This examination will be at the expense of the City and will be provided by a licensed medical provider hired by the City
• Must successfully complete a psychological & polygraph evaluation .
• Must successfully complete a background check to determine good moral character which will include, but is not limited to, fingerprinting, criminal history, and employment history verification.
• Must not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Must have a good driving record, and possess a State of Florida driver's license by the date of appointment.
• Must provide certified copies of driving history from each state in which a driver's license has been held with the application.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of college-level coursework in criminal justice or related field preferred.
• Previous School Resource Officer experience is preferred
• D.A.R.E Certification is preferred
• First Aid and CPR/AED Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine preventative patrol of assigned school premises and surrounding areas; maintains an open-line of communication with all members of the school community
• Attempts to maintain the peace and safety of the school community; responds to public disturbances; maintains civil obedience at school functions
• Responds to calls for police service; attempts to resolve disputes, disturbances and other incidents through counseling or referral; settles disputes among neighbors, juveniles, and/or gangs; resolves any and all complaints from members of the school community
• Provides information and/or assistance to the public; answers a wide range of non-police related service calls; informs citizens of available services in the school; promotes crime prevention through community and educational programs; makes presentations to the public concerning crime prevention and related police matters in the school environment
• Provides for the safe and convenient flow of traffic and pedestrians within the school community; enforces traffic violations; promotes vehicular and pedestrian safety; reports unsafe road conditions
• Conducts criminal and non-criminal investigations; performs surveillances; conducts follow-up investigations
• Enforces ordinances of the City and laws of the State; arrests offenders; makes felony and misdemeanor arrests; issues Notices to Appear and traffic citations.
• Testifies in criminal and civil court proceedings; gives depositions
• Prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required.
• Completes monthly reports
• Provides support and assistance to police officers, Fire & Rescue Personnel, and city employees.
• Takes appropriate police action in emergency situations
• Participates in training. Must attend all mandated training required by the police department and the City
• Uses or maintains equipment, including specialized equipment, i.e. computer, fire extinguisher, car jacks, etc.
• Communicates verbally and in writing; in person and by two-way radio and telephone, occasionally under stressful conditions
• May be required to work school sponsored evening events
• Duties may also involve teaching school and other related public safety programs

Benefits

• Retention Bonus: In December each year, the SRO shall receive a retention bonus in the amount of Four Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($4,500.00) in appreciation and anticipation of continued service for the duration of that school year (prorated for those who are not employed the full school year).
• Tattoos that are visible while in uniform are allowed, provided they meet the Department's standards of professionalism.

What This Job Offers

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