School Resource Officer

School Resource Officer

Department: Police Department

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Fort Mill, SC

Compensation: $59,358 - $91,993 / year

This is a full-time, on-site role for a School Resource Officer located in Fort Mill, SC. As an SRO with FMPD, you will serve as the primary law enforcement presence in an assigned school, ensuring a safe learning environment while building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and the community.

• Provide security and law enforcement services for your assigned school.
• Patrol school grounds, monitor security systems, and respond to unusual or suspicious activity.
• Investigate school-related crimes and safety matters; take law enforcement action when necessary.
• Develop and implement school safety plans in coordination with school administration.
• Protect students, faculty, staff, and visitors against threats, theft, and property damage.
• Assist in medical emergencies on school grounds.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students to prevent juvenile delinquency and support conflict resolution.
• Work alongside guidance counselors and support staff to connect students with service agencies when needed.
• Participate in school and extracurricular activities as appropriate.
• Serve as the liaison between law enforcement, school administrators, and local juvenile authorities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of FMPD's mission.

• South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Class One officer certification required.
• Specialized law enforcement training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain any additional related certifications.
  
  Valid driver's license.
• Strong communicator with a demonstrated ability to connect with youth, school staff, and community members.
• Sound judgment and critical thinking skills, especially in high‑pressure situations.

• Work involves both indoor & outdoor duties, exposure to all weather conditions.
• Physical tasks include walking, running, bending, lifting (light to heavy), restraining persons when necessary.
• Use of a variety of law enforcement tools and equipment.
• Risk of exposure to infectious materials, life‑threatening situations.

Why Join FMPD? What's In It For You

A chance to serve a fast‑growing, community‑oriented police department that invests in training, equipment, and your career growth.

Competitive salary within the $59,358-$91,993 range, commensurate with your background.

Comprehensive benefits including:

• Lateral Transfers:
  Earn up to 3% of pay grade minimum per year of verified law enforcement experience
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 457(b) and Roth 457(b) Retirement Plans
• State Pension PORS
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Floating holidays
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account
• Health Savings Account
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Education Incentives
• Retention Bonuses
• Employee Referral
• Holidays
• Bereavement Leave

• Health Insurance
• Long‑term/short‑term disability insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance