A School Resource Officer (SRO) is a sworn law enforcement officer assigned to a school, fulfilling roles as a law enforcement officer, counselor, and educator. They work to maintain a safe and secure learning environment, deter crime, and build positive relationships with students and staff.

Specific Duties:

• Works closely with school administrators and other staff members.
• Investigating crimes and incidents that occur on school property.
• Providing security and traffic control during school events.
• Teaching classes on topics such as safety, crime prevention and drug awareness.
• Mentoring and counseling students, particularly those facing challenges.
• Building positive relationships with students and staff.
• Collaborating with school administrators and other staff on safety and security issues.

Qualifications:

• Current Utah POST Certification, POST certified eligible, or ability to obtain a Waiver or Reactivation
• US Citizen, 21 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must pass a thorough background investigation which may include a financial investigation
• Must complete 40 hours minimum of annual Law Enforcement Training to maintain POST Certification

-Must pass a pre-employment physical fitness test (POST Standard)

Pay and Benefits:

• Starting Wage will be based on experience

• Health Insurance

-Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Leave

-Modern equipment and excellent training opportunities

Applications Process:

Contact Hillary Anderson at Salina City Police Department 435-529-3311 or policesecretary@salinacity.org for more information and an application