School Resource Officer

The School Resource Officer (SRO) is a Certified Police Officer assigned to support safe schools, build positive relationships between youth and public safety, provide education and mentorship, and respond to law-enforcement matters connected to schools and school activities. The SRO also develops and coordinates youth public-safety programming, including a Police and Fire Cadet Program, in collaboration with the Police Department, Fire Department, Lower Kuskokwim School District, and community partners. For a complete description, you can open it with this link: School Resource Officer Job Description

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Three (3) years’ experience as a patrol officer; AND one (1) year of experience working with youth, school setting preferred. Experience developing, instructing, or coordinating youth programs, cadet/explorer programs, or public -safety education is preferred Special Requirements

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Driver’s License.
• State of Alaska Basic Law Enforcement Certificate or APSC pre-approval of eligibility for lateral certification.
• Completion of a Department-approved School Resource Officer training program that meets State of Alaska standards within twelve (12) months of assignment, unless an extension is approved by the Director of Public Safety.