Certified Officer - School Resource Officer; SRO

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Become a vital part of the City of Hampton’s Police Division as a School Resource Officer (SRO). Your work will make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and staff. We’re seeking certified law enforcement professionals who are committed to fostering a safe, secure, and positive learning environment within Hampton City Schools.

• Perform general duties as outlined for the Police/Patrol Officer position as required.
• Maintain a working knowledge of juvenile law and school administrative policies; enforce laws and ordinances relating to schools and juveniles.
• Establish and maintain a working partnership with school administrators; provide information to school administrators, Division personnel, and other school resource officers when appropriate.
• Establish and maintain a rapport with students; provide guidance to students and parents seeking assistance with law enforcement concerns; make referrals to other agencies such as Social Services or Intake when appropriate.
• Apply alternative means to resolving conflict in lieu of arrest when appropriate.
• Coordinate with the Hampton City Schools to identify priorities.
• Acknowledge radio transmissions relaying citizens’ complaints and proceed to location.
• Respond to complaints such as child abuse, fights, vandalism, etc.; take necessary corrective actions, investigate missing persons, watch for runaways and truants, and disperse unruly crowds at public gatherings.
• Attend various school functions such as athletic events and dances, and attend meetings as needed.
• Provide or coordinate classroom instruction on law enforcement‑related topics.
• Assist elementary school authorities with the student safety patrol program.
• Patrol Hampton City Schools and event locations within the City of Hampton using a patrol car or on foot to prevent crime or disturbance of peace and arrest violators; familiarize self with housing, businesses and persons within the district.
• Note suspicious persons and unusual conditions and make preliminary investigations.
• Examine premises of unoccupied buildings and check doors and windows for security; report hazards that endanger public safety such as malfunctioning traffic signals or damaged utility structures.
• Serve warrants and summonses; arrest violators of misdemeanors and felonies.
• Make reports of events leading to and surrounding arrests.
• Confere with the Commonwealth’s Attorney to coordinate courtroom testimony; appear in court as arresting officer.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned to ensure successful completion of the Division’s mission.

• Employee must have been certified as a Police Officer as defined in Virginia Code: 9.1‑101 for at least two years.
• Must be able to function in stressful situations and exercise good judgment under potentially volatile conditions; read and understand laws, policies, rules and regulations, and procedures; follow written and oral directions; be highly motivated, self‑supervising, productive and able to adopt a flexible work schedule.
• Have proven ability to positively interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.

• Application must be endorsed by current Unit Commander and have achieved at least a three (3) on most recent performance evaluation.
• Must score eighty (80) or higher on Division firearm qualifications.
• Minimum of two (2) years as a Certified Officer with HPD at time of appointment.
• Applicant shall not have had any suspensions during the twelve (12) months preceding the application.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
• Must possess…