Certified Police Officer - School Resource Officer
Description
Applications are now being accepted for the School Resource Officer (SRO) position in the City of Fairfax Police Department from applicants who are currently Virginia Certified Police Officers with law enforcement experience. Applicants must provide a portfolio of their training and skills, showing an ability to successfully investigate both administrative discipline incidents and criminal cases within an educational setting.
Qualifications
- Virginia Certified Police Officer with a High School diploma or equivalent
- Eyesight must meet a minimum of 20/20 binocular vision. Corrective glasses may be worn.
- Must demonstrate successful long-term wear of lenses of 6 months minimum for pre-employment examination
- U.S. Citizenship required at time of application
- No felony convictions or domestic assault convictions
- Must be of good character and reputation, have favorable credit record, have the ability to speak clearly, hear, analyze and react swiftly to high stress situations dealing with citizens
- Successful completion of the applicant screening process
Examples Of Duties Assigned to the Community Services Division
Performs both general duty police work and school related safety and security work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances of the City and Commonwealth of Virginia. Patrols a designated area of the City or an assigned school facility to preserve law and order and to prevent and discover the commission of crime, to direct traffic, to enforce motor vehicle operation laws, and conduct criminal investigations. Maintains records and prepares reports. Assist the Patrol Division when needed and perform all other duties as assigned.
Benefits
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