School Resource Officer

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The School Resource Officer (SRO) is a Certified Police Officer assigned to support safe schools, build positive relationships between youth, public safety, provide education and mentorship, and respond to law-enforcement matters connected to schools and school activities. The SRO also develops and coordinates youth public-safety programming, including a Police and Fire Cadet Program, in collaboration with the Police Department, Fire Department, Lower Kuskokwim School District, and community partners.

Education and Experience:

Three (3) years’ experience as a patrol officer; AND one (1) year of experience working with youth, school setting preferred. Experience developing, instructing, or coordinating youth programs, cadet/explorer programs, or public
-safety education is preferred

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Driver’s License.
• State of Alaska Basic Law Enforcement Certificate or APSC pre-approval of eligibility for lateral certification.
• Completion of a Department-approved School Resource Officer training program that meets State of Alaska standards within twelve (12) months of assignment, unless an extension is approved by the Director of Public Safety.

Category Public Safety (Police, Fire and Dispatch) Status Open Salary $73,819.20+ DOQ Posted October 14, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled