School Police Officer

School Police OfficerTo support and facilitate the educational process with the Dougherty County School System by providing a safe and secure environment through the enforcement of state laws, the preservation of public order, the protection of life and property, and the prevention, detection or investigation of crime.Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; Two years as a Georgia POST certified peace officer, or able to complete the State of Georgia POST peace officer basic mandate training course within 12 months of employment; Must possess a valid Georgia driver's license; Must be bondable in accordance with Georgia Code Section 36-8-3, and must be capable of qualifying with a firearm on the existing firearms qualifications course(s); Must be at least 21 years old, and a citizen of the United States; Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.Skills and Abilities: Excellent communication and organizational skills; Ability to pass a background investigation and physical exams; Excellent computer skills using Microsoft, Google, and other programs.Performance Responsibilities: Provides security and safety for the assigned schools and during summer school; Works closely with school administrators to provide a safe environment for students. This includes daily planning/briefing, reviewing/revising the school safety plans, supervising students, and monitoring the campus; Enforces board policies and rules, state and local laws, and takes appropriate actions when violations are reported or observed; Works and interacts with students to present a positive image of law enforcement personnel; Prepares clear, accurate, and informative reports of incidents and activities involving the schools; Testifies and presents evidence in criminal court or at school disciplinary tribunal hearings; Follows Federal and State Laws, as well as the Policies of the Board of Education; Works with school principals and other parties within the school system in determining needs and implementing responsive programs related to school security and criminal activities; Provides leadership within the school system by mentoring and projecting a positive role model for students and others.; Monitors and reports incidents of criminal gang activity as defined by Georgia Code Section 16-15-3 which occur on or adjacent to a school campus or other building of an educational facility; Conducts zoning verification investigations; Conducts initial and follow-up investigations of criminal and administrative incidents within the school(s) assigned including incidents involving school transportation; Develops clues or information which may lead to obtaining arrest/search warrants by contacting and interviewing all relevant witnesses and other parties involved; Makes arrest as necessary using only the amount of force necessary to affect the said arrest; Assists local law enforcement agencies in matters related to criminal or administrative matters involving students or other school personnel; Testifies in administrative and criminal hearings, Juvenile, State, and Superior Courts; Conducts safety and security surveys periodically with the assistance of school administrators and reviews results with the Chief of School Police; Transports students home from school/summer school / G.R.E.A.T. Program because of illness, suspension, etc.; Acts as a first responder in an emergency situation involving an injured person on school grounds; Informs the Chief of Police of all situations resulting in the injury of a student, teacher, or other faculty members as well as any serious criminal offense or other matter deemed important that occurs on school grounds; Makes routine patrols of assigned facilities including the building, parking lots, and equipment, checks for security, vandalism, or casualty losses, and prepares reports as required; Opens and secures school system properties for the facilities department during school term and summer months; Monitors visitors and other persons within assigned facilities to ensure proper identity and business purpose for the safety of students and faculty; Assists in crowd control and security assignments at various public gatherings including but not limited to, Board of Education Meetings, athletic events, and incident scenes; Investigates traffic accidents that occur on school system property and prepare proper reports as required by law; Maintains firearm proficiency by qualification on the course(s) designated by the Chief of Police; Maintains P.O.S.T. Certification and specialized training in accordance with job requirements; Coordinates security needs with local law enforcement agencies as determined by the principal, athletic director, or other designees for school-related activities and events; Participates in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to assignments; Reviews current trends, developments, literature, and technical sources for information related to job responsibilities; Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chief of Police.Reports To: Chief of PoliceSalary Range: Competitive salary and excellent benefits package in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide.