School Resource Officer - Temporary

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

This position is responsible for performing the duties of a School Resource Officer for Auburn City Schools and the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws. This position reports to the Sergeant-Community Services.

• Provides security and law enforcement presence at City School campuses and events and investigates crimes involving students.
• Serves as liaison between the Auburn Police Department, Auburn City Schools, and Juvenile Court.
• Testifies in school board hearings and court proceedings.
• Assists with safety planning for Auburn City School campuses and events.
• Conducts classes and speaks to various groups on relevant law enforcement subjects.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.

Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.

Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of Auburn Police Department policies.
• Knowledge of Auburn City School rules, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of juvenile justice laws and procedures.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in performing law enforcement and criminal investigation activities.
• Skill in the use of computers, hardware, software, cellular phones, cameras, and other office equipment.
• Skill in public speaking, to include making presentations and teaching.
• Skill in the mentoring of students and in curriculum and lesson plan…