School Resource Officer

School Resource Officer

Saint Paul Catholic School is seeking a School Resource Officer (SRO). This individual will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment within the school setting. The primary role of the SRO is to promote positive relationships between law enforcement, students, school staff, and the community.

Essential Functions:

• Safety and Security: Maintain a calm, supportive, and professional presence that promotes a safe learning environment. Build positive, trusting relationships with students and staff. Monitor campus areas during school hours to deter threats, prevent unauthorized access, and maintain order.
• Crime Prevention/Law Enforcement: Implement crime prevention programs within the school, such as drug awareness, bullying prevention, and safety education. Enforce local, state, and federal laws on school property. Address criminal activity on school property.
• Community Engagement: Build positive relationships with students, staff, families, and the community. Act as a resource for students, providing guidance and support.
• Counseling and Mentorship: Offer guidance and mentorship to students facing challenges or involved in disciplinary issues. Provide a positive role model for students and encourage good behavior.
• Collaboration with School Staff: Assist school personnel with the development and implementation of the school safety plan. Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other school staff to address safety concerns and maintain a positive school environment. Attend school meetings and events, as needed, to stay informed about the school community.
• Visibility and Approachability: Be a visible presence in the school, fostering a sense of security. Establish an approachable demeanor to encourage students to seek assistance when needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required:

• College degree and/or successful law enforcement experience
• Certified by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in good standing
• Completion of 40-hour School Resource Officer training course and mandated basic law enforcement training
• Maintain ongoing annual training requirements through the Valparaiso Police Department as mandated by the State of Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit school employment
• Ability to communicate (read/write/speak/listen)
• Experienced in and able to function successfully in cross-cultural settings
• Ability to effectively work independently and in collaboration with a variety of individuals and teams
• Confidential, trustworthy, analytical, and self-motivated
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask, prioritize work, and give exceptional attention to detail
• Criminal background check without relevant findings
• Virtus trained

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.

Salary and benefits: This is a part-time position, Monday Friday, following the school calendar. Additional hours for special school events requiring coverage will be compensated at an hourly rate. Salary commensurate with experience.