Police Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure school environment during the instructional day and school-sponsored events
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students through consistent presence and appropriate engagement
• Support and enforce school policies and procedures in alignment with district guidelines and state law
• Respond promptly to safety concerns, incidents, and emergencies using appropriate de-escalation strategies
• Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and staff to support student well-being and campus safety
• Monitor campus activity, including arrival, dismissal, lunch periods, and transitions between classes
• Conduct routine patrols of school buildings and grounds
• Aid with incident documentation, reporting, and follow-up as required
• Serve as a role model for professionalism, respect, and responsible decision-making
• Participate in safety planning, drills, and prevention initiatives
• Support restorative and educational approaches to student behavior when appropriate

Qualifications

• Current certification and eligibility to serve as a police officer in the state
• Commitment to a student-centered, community-focused approach to policing
• Ability to build trust and maintain positive relationships with adolescents