School Resource Officer (School year) at Metropolitan School District of Washington Township in Indianapolis, IN

Job description

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years.Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation,amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement. If you are applying for this position using an outside job board (i.e. Indeed), please visit our website directly to apply at www.msdwt.k12.in.us/careers. JOB DETAILS Job Title School Resource Officer Qualifications Candidates must be eligible to become a certified police officer in the state of Indiana. (See additional requirements below) Education High school diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred. Location TBD Work Schedule Day shift (hours vary) Calendar Length School year (205 working days) FLSA Classification Hourly Salary/Hourly Rate $29.00/hr ($47,560 annually) Additional compensation given for post-secondary education, approved industry certifications and bilingual proficiency. Benefits Paid leave days, paid holidays, retirement contributions (PERF, 401a, VEBA), life insurance and health, dental and vision insurance offerings. JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Position Purpose / Description Under the supervision of the Coordinator of Safety and Security Services, the School Resource Officer is responsible for performing the following duties: Working closely with school administrators in an effort to provide and maintain schools as a safe environment conducive to learning. Serving as a law enforcement resource to school administration. Delivering lectures and providing information on law, police duties, and other related topics which support school curriculum. Acting as a liaison resource to a principal and/or school administrator in investigating criminal law matters occurring in the school or on school property. Counseling students in special situations, such as students suspected of engaging in criminal conduct, when requested by the principal or administrator. Answering questions from students, teacher or administrators regarding criminal or juvenile law. Providing security for special school events or functions. Providing traffic control during the arrival and departure of students. Attending meetings of parents and faculty groups to solicit their support and understanding of the School Resource Officer program and to promote awareness of the law enforcement function. Conferring with principals and administrators to develop plans and strategies to prevent and/or minimize dangerous situations on or near campus, or involving students at school-related activities. Acting as a visible law enforcement figure on and around each school's campus. Assisting other law enforcement officers with outside investigations concerning students attending the school(s) to which the School Resource Office is assigned. Serving as an information resource to school staff regarding gangs, truants, rival school competition, etc. Acting as a liaison between the school and local law enforcement. Assisting in facilitating conflict resolution sessions. Maintaining neat, accurate, current and complete reports, records, and time records as required by the school administration. Communicating clearly and concisely, treating with respect, dignity, and the utmost professionalism at all times, individuals inside or outside the school system including children, students and adults from diverse social and economic backgrounds as well as teachers, administrators and staff. Maintaining the confidentiality of school records as required by federal and state law as well as the policies and procedures of the school district. Attending required trainings; maintaining currency with school safety strategies, knowledge and best practices. Other duties as ass