Seasonal School Resource Officer

Coral Springs Police Department

The Coral Springs Police Department has a diverse workforce, with an authorized strength of 230 police officers and over 99 civilian members, who are dedicated to providing the highest level of professional service to our citizens, businesses and the visitors we serve. We are nationally accredited, as an Accreditation with Excellence Agency in both Law Enforcement and Communications, through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) as well as a Meritorious Agency at the state level through the Florida Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA). This level of service has allowed Coral Springs to enjoy one of the lowest crime rates in Florida for cities with a population of over 100,000 residents. By incorporating a number of problem-solving initiatives throughout the community, such as the Burglary Enforcement And Reduction Unit, the Make a Call Make a Difference community crime campaign and having a School Resource Officer in every public school, our staff is committed to the City of Coral Springs' mission statement: to be the premier city in which to live, work and raise a family.

Examples of Duties

$10,000 Retention Bonus Payable in equal installments during the course of the school year* *Pro-rated payments will be provided depending on hire date. Under the direction of a Police Sergeant, the School Resource Law Enforcement Officer will be tasked with the general safety and security of their assigned school. The School Resource Law Enforcement Officer will be partnered with a full-time School Resource Officer from a neighboring school to assist in the execution of their duties. The School Resource Officer holds the same level of authority and responsibility imparted upon full-time Law Enforcement Officers. The School Resource Law Enforcement Officer's authority is not limited to the confines of their assigned school. As such, they are expected to take action when circumstances dictate or when called upon to do so by a Commanding Officer of the Department.

Typical Qualifications

To be considered for hire, the candidate must have previous full-time certified law enforcement experience. Should candidate selected for hire hold a law enforcement certification from another state, Florida certification must be successfully attained within first year of employment to remain employed. Candidate will be reimbursed for fees/costs associated with required comparative compliance course and state certification. Additional Requirements:

• Must have separated or retired from all prior law enforcement agencies in good standing.
• Must have successfully completed the modified or full agility course at the Broward College Institute of Public Safety within the preceding 6-months of their application date.
• Must have successfully completed the swim test at the Broward College Institute of Public Safety (does not expire).

Supplemental Information

• This position receives 16 wellbeing hours which are non-accruing and not payable at separation.
• All equipment necessary in the execution of the Seasonal School Resource Officer's duties will be provided by the Department.
• A take-home vehicle will be provided for a nominal monthly fee to offset fuel cost. The vehicle is only to be used during the school-year, exclusively for traveling to and from work and for any other official business.
• There are NO BENEFITS assigned to the position of Seasonal School Resource Officer (i.e. health insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, etc.).
• The position of Seasonal School Resource Officer is not typically eligible for overtime pay. In the event of a significant state of emergency or other similar circumstance, overtime may be issued at the direction of the Chief of Police or his designee.
• Any necessary court appearance required of the Seasonal School Resource Officer will occur during their normal working hours. No overtime or supplemental pay will be offered for mandatory court appearances.
• Seasonal School Resource Officers will receive up to 40 hours annually of paid training. Training will typically occur over school holidays, teacher workdays or during summer break.
• The Seasonal School Resource Officer will receive quarterly reviews for their first year of employment. Reviews thereafter will be issued on a bi-annual basis.
• The position of Seasonal School Resource Officer is an "at-will" position. As such, your employment may be discontinued at any time.

Work Schedule: Up to 1488 hours plus 40 hours of training annually. The work schedule will run concurrent to the school in which the Seasonal School Resource Officer is assigned. This may include hours for activities that occur outside of the school's standard school schedule/hours.

Candidates who are selected for further consideration after submitting their initial employment application will be contacted through their governmentjobs.com account to provide additional documentation including the Extended Application. Only candidates selected for consideration beyond the submission of their initial employment application will be provided with these documents. Please do not attach any test scores or documentation other than a resume prior to being instructed to do so.

Examination Process: The following includes all steps required to process for the position. Continuing on with each step of the process is contingent upon successfully completing the previous step. Candidates can be dismissed at any point throughout the consideration process.

1. Apply via our online application
2. Application review
3. Request sent to candidate for required documents and Extended Application to be completed
4. Review of Extended Application and documents
5. Oral Board
6. Computerized Voice Stress Analysis Examination and Fingerprints
7. Interview with Chief of Police
8. Extensive Background Investigation **
9. Post-Offer Medical Examination and Drug Test
10. Completion of 12-month probationary period

** If Florida LE Certificate was earned by means of comparative compliance, a psychological exam will be required. Officers with current, active Florida LE certification and 20+ years of verified experience will not be required to undergo a psychological exam.

The Coral Springs Police Department is firmly committed to offering an equitable, drug-free work environment. We do not discriminate in any employment-related decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or other similar factors that are not job-related. This commitment is practiced in all aspects of our personnel policies, programs, practices, recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention and other related activities. When requested, the Coral Springs Police Department will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Unit at View email address on click.appcast.io if special assistance is needed.