School Resource Officer - Corporal

County of Oconee•Walhalla, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Resource Officer enforces local, federal, and state laws relating to public safety and welfare in the County and provides a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and parents at area high schools. The position also conducts vehicular patrols in designated County areas as needed, maintains contact with citizens regarding potential neighborhood law enforcement problems, and responds to emergency service calls. The officer provides security at an assigned school, supports order and safety, implements school safety procedures, and educates students and staff on crime prevention, conflict resolution, law obedience, and drug awareness. The role includes counseling students, monitoring behavior, identifying and investigating potential problems and legal violations, communicating with parents, and participating in school activities and events. The officer also performs general patrol and law enforcement duties, responds to emergency and public calls, prepares reports and cases, provides court testimony, and maintains assigned equipment and vehicles. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Completion of high school or GED; education may not be substituted for experience.
At least 2 years of related experience; experience may be substituted for education.
Completion of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
Good problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of the South Carolina Code of Laws and Oconee County Sheriff's Office policies and procedures.
Physical and mental abilities for law enforcement work and apprehending suspects.
Qualified to operate various assigned weapons.
Ability to work extended hours and remain on call for duties.
Ability to safely operate vehicles at high speeds.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of County roadways and communities.
Basic computer and radio communication skills.
Customer service and interpersonal skills.
Training and certification in law enforcement criminal operations, including domestic violence, firearms, property investigations, traffic, and larceny.

Nice To Haves

Valid South Carolina driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Provide security for the assigned school and help maintain order, public safety, and the well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors; patrol school premises and parking areas.
Initiate, enforce, and monitor compliance with school safety procedures.
Instruct students, faculty, and staff in crime prevention, conflict resolution, and law obedience.
Present assigned Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) classes, prepare and present lesson plans, and advise school officials and teachers on drug awareness and prevention.
Provide individual and group counseling for students as requested or necessary.
Monitor student behavior during lunch, between classes, and at other times as needed to maintain order.
Identify gang activity and other potential problem areas; determine whether violations of law occurred on school grounds, investigate offenses, and recommend or implement corrective action.
Communicate with parents about law violations and refer students or parents to outside organizations for assistance when appropriate.
Participate in school extracurricular activities and functions, including games and dances, and provide security as required.
Respond to and provide leadership and coordination in emergency and high-risk situations.
Document contact with teachers and students, maintain incident records, and prepare related reports.
Perform general patrol duties, respond to emergency calls and public requests for assistance, maintain order and public safety, apprehend and arrest law violators and criminal suspects, issue traffic citations and summonses, and assist with criminal investigations.
Prepare cases for prosecution and provide court testimony as necessary.
Perform routine service duties, including escort services and crowd control at special events; respond to citizens’ inquiries and concerns.
Prepare and submit detailed work records and reports; maintain assigned equipment and vehicles.
Receive and respond to citizens’ inquiries, concerns, and complaints concerning law enforcement activities.
Conduct vehicular patrols in designated County areas as needed, maintain contact with citizens about potential neighborhood law enforcement problems, and respond to emergency service calls.