Certified Law Enforcement Officer

Position Summary

To maintain a safe, secure and orderly learning environment for students, teachers, and staff in accordance with school district policies.

Essential Tasks And Responsibilities

• Take a proactive approach to crime and violence prevention by patrolling inside and outside all areas of school campuses, looking for suspicious activity
• Maintain visibility in student drop off and pick up areas; being visible to students, staff and parents
• Respond to calls for assistance from administration, faculty and staff
• Accompany district staff and students to events outside the district as needed
• Respond to bus accidents and assist the Transportation Department
• Advise school administration of any issues that occur, or may occur on campus, or may potentially affect the individuals on it
• Maintain a professional/personal appearance as well as properly maintain the uniform, vehicle, and any issued equipment
• Attend awards assemblies, pep rallies and other student and/or parent gatherings
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Safety and Security Director/Assistant Director/building principal or other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to use tact, patience and courtesy when working with individuals
• Ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written form
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

Qualifications

• Current Arkansas Law Enforcement certification required
• Response to active shooter training preferred