School Resource Officer

  The City of Greer is currently accepting applications for (2) School Resource Officers in our Police Department. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs all duties as a Police Officer and specialized activities as School Resource Officer on a regular basis. 
• Acts as an instructor for specialized, short-term programs at all schools and other locations. Coordinates all activities and programs with the principal and staff members concerned and seeks permission, advice, and guidance prior to enactment. 
• Develops expertise in presenting various subjects to students that include a basic understanding of the laws, role of the law enforcement officer and their duties, etc. 
• Encourages individual and small group discussions with students based upon material presented in class. 
• Attends parent/faculty meetings, when requested by the principal. 
• Confers with students, parents and faculty members in order to assist them with problems of law enforcement or crime prevention nature. 
• Becomes familiar with all community agencies which offer assistance to youths and their families. Makes referrals to      agencies when needed. 
• Informs principal of any needed law enforcement interviews to be conducted with students. 
• Maintains minimal security at schools by taking law enforcement action, as required, against intruders and unwanted guests. 
• Maintains detailed records of the School Resource Officer Program on a monthly basis and shall forward same to SRO supervisors. 
• Appears in school hearings as requested in cases of contested expulsions of students; accompanies principal or designee to deliver expulsion documents if situation presents itself as dangerous. 
• Works on crime prevention initiatives within and outside of the schools. 
• Conducts security checks/surveys. 

Additional Duties:

• Performs general administrative tasks as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, filing records, and answering phones.
• Participates in required training and continuing education to obtain and maintain certifications and stay current on changes in codes and ordinances.
• Assists other officers and staff when workload, emergencies, or special assignments require.
• Stays current on departmental policies, procedures, and processes.
• Completes work accurately, safely, and efficiently; maintains assigned equipment in good working condition.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Identifies and  reports suggested improvements or areas of concern to the Supervisor.
• Ensures professionalism and excellent customer service in all interactions while representing the City of Greer.
• Demonstrates strong ethical conduct, integrity, and accountability with coworkers, customers, and the community.
• Supports a culture of results, communication, and professional collaboration within the  department and across the organization.
• Represents the department at community events or meetings when requested by the      Supervisor.
• Adheres to the Employee Handbook and all applicable policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular, reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary: Minimum salary $63,939 a year, dependent on experience.

In addition to a competitive base pay, we currently offer comprehensive benefits package that includes health, prescription, vision, dental insurance (at no cost for employee coverage based on full participation in Wellness Program), life insurance, long-term disability, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, FSA, EAP, Education Incentive Pay, and a defined benefit retirement plan (South Carolina Police Officers' Retirement System).

The City of Greer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Hiring Process: Initial application, interview board, initial background investigation, review of personal history questionnaire, polygraph, meeting with the Chief of Police, conditional offer of employment by Human Resources, psychological and medical evaluation, final offer of employment. Selection process may take eight (8) to twelve (12) weeks.

If you are not selected at any stage of the hiring process, you will need to reapply for future employment opportunities. However, if you are added to our eligibility list, your application will be kept on file for six months, during which time you may be considered.

Mental & Physical Demands – ADA Guidelines

Instructions:  Indicate the level of mental and physical demand required for the position by marking C, F, O, or N/A next to each item.

Definitions: 

C – Constantly (More than 66% of the time; 5.5+ hours/day)  

F – Frequently (33%–66% of the time; 2.5–5.5 hours/day) 

O – Occasionally (Up to 33% of the time; 0–2.5 hours/day) 

N/A – Not Applicable

Physical Demands:

Stand: C  

Walk: C

Sit: F  

Handling / Fingering: F 

Reach Outward: F  

Reach Above Shoulder: F  

Climb: O  

Crawl: O  

Squat or Kneel: F  

Bend: F  

Lifting Requirements:

10 pounds or less: F  

11 to 20 pounds: F  

21 to 50 pounds: O  

51 to 100 pounds: N/A  

More than 100 pounds: N/A

Pushing and Pulling Requirements:

12 pounds or less: F  

13 to 25 pounds: F  

26 to 40 pounds: F  

41 to 100 pounds: O  

More than 100 pounds: O

ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. 

Open until filled

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and two (2) years of experience in law enforcement; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 
• Must be currently certified as a Class I officer  
• Must hold required law enforcement certifications. 
• Must possess a valid state issued drivers’ license.