Security Resource Officer (SRO)

School Resource Officer The School Resource Officer (SRO) supports and facilitates the educational process within the Dayton Public School System by providing a safe and secure environment through building and establishing meaningful relationships with students and staff and proactivelyinteracting with the school community to ensure the enforcement of city and state laws, preservation of public order, protection of life and the prevention, detection, or investigation of crime. The incumbent will work effectively with students, parents, school personnel and community agencies to support teaching and learning in the schools. The School Resource Officer (SRO) will patrol district property to protect students, staff and visitors from physical harm and prevent loss to district property resulting from criminal activity. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Incumbent performs a majority of the following duties): Patrol district property for suspicious activity, unauthorized persons on campus, or unauthorized entry after hours. Allow no person to trespass, loiter or remain in the building or upon the grounds of a Board of Education building in violation of the rules and regulations of the Dayton Public Schools and the ordinances of the City of Dayton. Discourage large or unauthorized crowds from gathering to disrupt the educational process. Circulate in areas identified as potential trouble spots. Give directions and information to staff, students, and visitors. Assist school officials in assuring that persons do not enter or remain in school buildings without proper credentials. Be available for students and school personnel in case of hostile and violent behavior. Operate a two-way radio. Other duties as established by the Security Office Liaison and the building administrator. Core Behaviors & Competencies Job-specific Coping with Stress = capable of handling interruptions to respond to urgent issues Collaboration = capable of actively communicating with administrators, building staff, students and other members of Safety and Security Critical Thinking = Rendering solutions to various issues that arise in the school building Qualifications Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the U.S. Verifications High School Diploma or GED Completion of a minimum of 120-hours police training approved by the Ohio Attorney General Any combination of education and experience equivalent to HS graduation, a minimum of two-years' experience in a security related field or in law enforcement, and possess/possessed/ or able to attain Ohio Peace Officer Training Council Peace Officer certificate Qualification for City of Dayton Special Institutional Police License Knowledge & Experience Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions. Ability to handle situations inherent in working with teenagers and young adults. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Physical Attributes/Demands Ability to walk, run, climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods of time. Occasionally lift and/or move lightweight items up to 20 lbs. Ability to read and write to complete forms and reports Work in inclement weather. Incumbents may be required to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict. In extreme cases, incumbents may be exposed to violent confrontations. Work Environment Regularly works in a school building Work may be subject to frequent interruptions The Dayton Public School District provides equal educational and employment opportunities for all people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, color, age, disability, religion, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, or affiliation with a union or professional organization.