Deputy - School Resource Officer

Deputy - School Resource Officer

Employment Type:

0 - Full-time Regular

Pay Range: $82,148.

Location:

Highlands Ranch, CO

Elected Office / Department: SHERIFF

Job Number: req
3274

Closing Date: 8/5/2026

Thank you for your interest in joining the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office as a School Resource Officer. We are actively seeking lateral applicants who are Colorado POST certified law enforcement officers with School Resource Officer experience and hold a Basic NASRO certification. This is an opportunity to serve in a specialized assignment dedicated to protecting schools, mentoring youth, building strong community partnerships, and making a lasting impact on the lives of students throughout Douglas County.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is committed to public safety, strong community partnerships, and the well‑being of its employees. We continuously invest in advanced training, professional development, and modern equipment to ensure our deputies are prepared to provide the highest level of service to our community. In partnership with the Douglas County School District and our charter and private school partners, School Resource Officers serve in a rewarding, high‑visibility environment where they protect, mentor, educate, and build meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families at elementary, middle, and high schools.

Our School Resource Officer program follows the nationally‑recognized NASRO TRIAD concept, emphasizing the three essential roles of the SRO: law‑enforcement officer, informal counselor and mentor, and educator. This balanced approach allows deputies to build trust, develop positive relationships, and create safe, supportive learning environments where students can thrive.

This position offers motivated, self‑directed professionals the opportunity to develop valuable leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills that enhance future career opportunities within law‑enforcement. School Resource Officers work independently while making a lasting impact on the lives of young people and helping shape the future of our community. If you are a self‑starter who thrives in a dynamic setting and is committed to professionalism, courage, and service, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful difference while reflecting the core values of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.

Our deputies are encouraged to become leaders in school‑based policing through specialized training, threat assessment, crisis response, and youth engagement, making this one of the premier School Resource Officer programs in Colorado.

We offer a tiered salary structure based on relevant law‑enforcement and/or military police experience:

• Starting salary: $82,148 (Tier
  1)
• Maximum salary: $116,645 (Tier
  6)

Lateral applicants may receive salary credit for the following experience:

• 1 year of credit per year as a certified peace officer with another law‑enforcement agency
• ½ year of credit per year as a non‑certified Deputy Sheriff and/or Military Police Officer

For details on salary, benefits and retirement, .

School Resource Officers (SROs) are responsible for protecting life, property, and public safety while ensuring a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment for students, staff, and visitors. As part of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Juvenile Unit, SROs partner with public, charter, and private schools to provide professional law‑enforcement services while embracing the nationally recognized NASRO TRIAD model of serving as a law‑enforcement officer, educator, and informal counselor and mentor.

• Provide a highly visible law enforcement presence on assigned school campuses to deter crime and promote safety.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community partners through daily engagement and mentorship.
• Respond to criminal incidents, emergencies, medical calls, behavioral crises, and other calls for service occurring on or near school campuses.
• Investigate criminal offenses and school‑related incidents, prepare comprehensive reports, and coordinate follow‑up investigations as needed.
• Gather, preserve, and document evidence…