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Openings as of 3/30/2025
SAFETY

2024-2025 SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD - CANDIDATE POOL

JobID: 731

Position Type:
  SAFETY


Date Posted:
  3/8/2024


Location:
  Operations: Police


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Position Summary:
The School Crossing Guard (Hourly) ensures the safe crossing of elementary school children at designated crosswalks before and after school by alleviating safety risks and unsafe traffic conditions for children crossing intersections and busy streets. This position reports to the School Crossing Guard Supervisor.

Essential Dutieas:
Escorts children across designated school crossing zones, verbally instructs students how to safely cross the street properly
Creates the appropriate gap depending upon traffic location and ensures pedestrians cross in an efficient and orderly manner in all weather conditions
Assures the safety of children and motorists, communicates effectively with children, parents and the general public
Reports license number of vehicles that fail to slow down in school crossing zones, or fail to stop for children attempting to cross streets
Reports unsafe traffic conditions and /or safety hazards in school crossing zones and suspicious vehicles or persons noticed hanging around the school area
Communicates safety instructions and directions to students, parents and motorist traveling through the school safety zone
Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator
Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Ability to talk and/or hear, communicate via telephone and two-way radio and stand for extended periods of time
Ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different minimal levels of eye, hand and foot coordination
Knowledge of safety procedures, protective devices, telephones and two-way radios
Excellent vision and communications skills

Minimum Requirements:
EDUCATION: HS Diploma or GED preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: N/A
 
WORK EXPERIENCE: Should have previous experience working with children, volunteering experience in community service, or have experience in an autonomous position where quick thinking, and objective decision making skills were required


Salary: $17.54 per hour (not to exceed 29 hours per week)
 


Physical Abilities and Working Conditions
The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification.  In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.      
                                                                                               
Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.  
Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.
Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head. Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 5 or more pounds on a frequent basis. Incumbent may be required to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict.
Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress.
Remote Work Requirements:  
Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between various in-person working environments.    

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.    

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position.  It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.  Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.  
 
 





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Openings as of 3/30/2025
SAFETY

DISPATCHER (SAFETY AND SECURITY) - HOURLY

JobID: 1189

Position Type:
  SAFETY


Date Posted:
  4/11/2024


Location:
  Operations: Police


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POSITION SUMMARY  
The Dispatcher (Safety and Security) will be responsible for maintaining operational control of communications for the Atlanta Public Schools Telecommunications Call Center. Responsible for operating various sophisticated technological equipment, monitoring life safety systems, processing and dispatching emergency & non-emergency calls, among other duties as assigned by management. Serves as a major artery to the APS body, as the alarm monitoring center is from where information is collected and disseminated District-wide.  The call center is a manifold operation, serving as an emergency operations center, a technical support center, a monitoring center, and a customer service call center. The dispatcher is required to perform in each of those capacities while demonstrating optimal customer service skills. The call center 24/7, 365 days of the year; therefore, the dispatcher must be able to perform shift work, including holidays, weekends, mandatory overtime, and serve in an on-call rotations capacity. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 
EDUCATION:  
• High School Diploma or GED required. • Associate's degree preferred. 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:  
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification required within the first 6 months of employment. • Must be able to maintain certifications required by standard operating procedures and state law.

WORK EXPERIENCE: • 3 years of call center work experience in law enforcement, security environment or customer service required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES 
• Knowledge of the Public Safety Board of Education Radio System.  
• Considerable knowledge of operations of governmental departments and procedures.  
• Governmental and departmental policies, and applicable state and local rules and regulations.  
• Strong understanding of factors relating to crisis intervention and calming techniques.  
• Proficiency in working within deadlines and report preparation.  
• Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, utilization of internet search tools and Intranet, and other office equipment such as incident reporting software, fax, copiers, and scanners.  
• Use a computer to analyze crime information; enter, compile, and maintain statistics; prepare a variety of reports; compose routine correspondence.  
• Requires extensive communications (verbal and written) with internal stakeholders.  
• Ability to effectively operate, by sight and sound. Must be able to work independently and be comfortable problem solving using sound judgment while not compromising the policies and procedures of the organization; actions will impact others directly and indirectly.  
• Must be able to work flexible hours, evenings and staggered shifts, holidays and weekends and/or in emergency situations; required to work overtime including evenings and weekends as assigned by the Chief/supervisor to provide maximum security coverage.  
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues.  
• Ability to communicate and interact well with school personnel, other law enforcement, emergency agencies and general public. 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Dispatches to Atlanta Public Schools’ officers and other part-time law enforcement officers, contracted security and other civilians using an 800 MHz Public Safety Communications System.
• Dispatches emergency personnel to calls for service according to standard operating procedures.
• Interviews callers and process requests for service to include recording information with accuracy and completeness using the proper reporting system.
• Receives, assesses, and prioritizes incoming calls to include emergency calls to determine how best to meet the needs of the customers.
• Processes, enters, retrieves, and transmits accurately Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) entries and inquiries, abiding by policies and procedures mandated by NCIC and GCIC.
• Demonstrates proficiency in working within deadlines and report preparation.
• Types and files reports as required.
• Continuously monitors life safety systems (fire and burglar alarms), and operates surveillance systems and security access control systems with proficiency.
• Assists with identifying and maintaining most current information in databases as required by the department.
• Reports inaccuracies identified or malfunctioning equipment in a timely manner.
• Creates trouble tickets for customers when needed.
• Maintains constant awareness of assigned units, locations, and status; conducts status checks to ensure safety of officers as often as ordered in the standard operating procedures manual.
• Maintains familiarity with all emergency procedures and notification processes; anticipate and prepare for activation of contingency plans due to unforeseen occurrences.
• Ensures that the supervisors and applicable resource officers and other District personnel are informed of all violations.
• Maintains a strong relationship with Atlanta Police Communications 9-1-1 Center other public safety personnel as needed.
• Assists in providing information to other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact the safety of students, employees or citizens.
• Maintains and submits log-sheets to supervisor related to activities that may include police reports, activity logs and time sheets and maintains all training hours.
• Contacts Principals, facilities services and other supervisors to report problems with buildings or communicate critical information as it relates to emergencies.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours and as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative. 

COMPENSATION
Hourly: $19.60

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification.  In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.                                                                                                                              
Vision: See Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities Section.
Hearing:  
Speech:  
Upper Body Mobility:  
Strength:  
Environmental Requirements:  
Mental Requirements:  
Remote Work Requirements:  
Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Must pass criminal history and background investigation and psychological test. Must not have any open administrative investigations.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.  

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position.  It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.  Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.  




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Openings as of 3/30/2025
SAFETY

2023-2024 HOURLY SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER

JobID: 1366

Position Type:
  SAFETY


Date Posted:
  4/23/2024


Location:
  Operations: Police


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POSITION SUMMARY:
 
The School Resource Officer supports and facilitates the educational process within the Atlanta Public School System by providing a safe and secure environment through building and establishing meaningful relationships with students and staff and proactively interacting with the school community to ensure the enforcement of city and state laws, preservation of public order, protection of life and the prevention, detection, or investigation of crime. The incumbent will work effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and community agencies to support teaching and learning in the schools and patrol district property to protect students, staff, and visitors from physical harm and prevent loss to district property resulting from criminal activity.
 
Incumbents may spend extended periods of time patrolling and investigating crimes on District property, both in automobiles and on foot. Incumbents may be required to restrain parties involved in conflict physically. In extreme cases, the incumbent may be exposed to violent and/or armed confrontations.
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
 
• Conducts routine patrols of assigned facilities to include buildings, parking lots, and district-owned, leased, or rented property for suspicious activity, unauthorized persons, or unauthorized entry after hours, taking law enforcement action when necessary
• Provides in-service training to administrators to deal with security-related matters, develop and maintain safety protocol and procedures, and serves as a wrap-around services team member to support student success
• Works closely with the principal and staff of the school to foster a better understanding of the law enforcement function to maintain a secure learning environment
• Serves as a visible and active law enforcement officer on campus dealing with law-related areas such as drugs, traffic, trespassing, fighting, and thefts and enforces campus rules and regulations
• Makes arrests only when necessary to protect school property
• Operates district equipment to include alarm systems, surveillance equipment, and patrol unit vehicles when necessary
• Identifies and prevents, through counseling and referral, delinquent behavior, including substance abuse
• Manages behavior of victims, witnesses, and others when handling or responding to incidents
• Works collaboratively with public safety agencies to serve as a liaison between school and community to deter criminal and delinquent behavior
• Conducts courses and workshops for students, staff, and parents to promote social awareness, relationship skills, self-management, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making
• Coordinates security for crowd and vehicle control at extra-curricular activities and special events.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact the safety of the environment for students and staff
• Serves as the initial first responder and school safety coordinator for campus emergencies.
• Prepares written reports, maintains daily logs, and obtains and serves arrest and search warrants as necessary; testifies in court as required
• Subdues offenders and criminals by using the minimum amount of force needed to protect the officer and other persons
• Provides instructions and directions to others as they pertain to law enforcement matters and emergency situations.
• Conducts security building assessments for schools; guards, checks, and secures doors, rooms, buildings, and equipment
• Operates a two-way radio and qualifies with a department-issued firearm
• Provides protection and transportation to and from pre-designated places for Board Members and district administrators
• Works flexible hours, evenings and staggered shifts, holidays and weekends, and/or in emergency situations and to direct traffic/pedestrians crossing busy streets around schools or on school grounds when necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator
• Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
 
• Knowledge of Georgia Criminal and Traffic Code, City and County Ordinances, Criminal Procedures, Juvenile Law and court proceedings
• Ability to work with youth and adults in the school setting
• Ability to investigate suspicious circumstances, persons, vehicles, etc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite and other office equipment such as incident reporting software, fax, copiers, and scanners
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills, using sound judgment, in rendering solutions to various issues that arise in the schools
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with students, staff, and internal/external stakeholders
• Ability to work with youth and adults
MINIMUM WORK REQUIREMENT:
EDUCATION:
 
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
 
• Valid Georgia driver's license is required
• Georgia PSC clearance certificate is required
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification
• Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) certification preferred
• Certification as a Peace Officer must be completed within one year of appointment
 
WORK EXPERIENCE:
 
• 2 years of work experience in law enforcement with a traditional law enforcement agency or school environment preferred
 
PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
 
The Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment listed in this section are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment which may be required of positions in this class.  Atlanta Public Schools encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment in this class and need reasonable accommodation of those disabilities to contact the Human Resources Department for further information.   
 
• Vision: (which may be corrected) to read small print; view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
• Hearing: (which may be corrected) to answer telephones and tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.       
• Speech: to be understood in face-to-face communications; to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone.
• Upper Body Mobility: use hands and fingers to feel, grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.  
• Strength: to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects that weigh as much as 25 or more pounds on a frequent basis. Incumbent may be required to restrain parties involved in a conflict physically.    
• Environmental Requirements: encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.                                                                 
• Mental Requirements: read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records.        
 
Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: 
 
• Works in inclement weather.
• Ability to walk, run, climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods of time.
• Physical fitness tests are required yearly.
• May involve routine exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Overtime work, including evenings, weekends, and athletic events as assigned by the Sergeant/supervisor to provide maximum security coverage, is required
 
Atlanta Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements.  However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.  It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

COMPENSATION:
 
 
Hourly Rate:  $40.00/hour
 
Salary Range:  FY'24 APS Salary Schedule (All Positions)
 
 





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SAFETY

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 202-DAY (GEORGIA POST CERTIFIED PEACE OFFICER CANDIDATES ONLY) *HIRING INCENTIVE $2,500 AND SUMMERS OFF*

JobID: 2172

Position Type:
  SAFETY


Date Posted:
  11/1/2024


Location:
  Operations: Police


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POSITION SUMMARY
The School Resource Officer supports and facilitates the educational process within the Atlanta Public School System by providing a safe and secure environment through building and establishing meaningful relationships with students and staff and proactively interacting with the school community to ensure the enforcement of city and state laws, preservation of public order, protection of life and the prevention, detection, or investigation of crime. The incumbent will work effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and community agencies to support teaching and learning in the schools and patrol district property to protect students, staff, and visitors from physical harm and prevent loss to district property resulting from criminal activity.

Incumbents may spend extended periods of time patrolling and investigating crimes on District property, both in automobiles and on foot. Incumbents may be required to restrain parties involved in conflict physically. In extreme cases, the incumbent may be exposed to violent and/or armed confrontations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
•Conducts routine patrols of assigned facilities to include buildings, parking lots, and district-owned, leased, or rented property for suspicious activity, unauthorized persons, or unauthorized entry after hours, taking law enforcement action when necessary
•Provides in-service training to administrators to deal with security-related matters, develop and maintain safety protocol and procedures, and serves as a wrap-around services team member to support student success
•Works closely with the principal and staff of the school to foster a better understanding of the law enforcement function to maintain a secure learning environment
•Serves as a visible and active law enforcement officer on campus dealing with law-related areas such as drugs, traffic, trespassing, fighting, and thefts and enforces campus rules and regulations
•Makes arrests only when necessary to protect school property
•Operates district equipment to include alarm systems, surveillance equipment, and patrol unit vehicles when necessary
•Identifies and prevents, through counseling and referral, delinquent behavior, including substance abuse
•Manages behavior of victims, witnesses, and others when handling or responding to incidents
•Works collaboratively with public safety agencies to serve as a liaison between school and community to deter criminal and delinquent behavior
•Conducts courses and workshops for students, staff, and parents to promote social awareness, relationship skills, self-management, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making
•Coordinates security for crowd and vehicle control at extra-curricular activities and special events.
•Assists other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact the safety of the environment for students and staff
•Serves as the initial first responder and school safety coordinator for campus emergencies.
•Prepares written reports, maintains daily logs, and obtains and serves arrest and search warrants as necessary; testifies in court as required
•Subdues offenders and criminals by using the minimum amount of force needed to protect the officer and other persons
•Provides instructions and directions to others as they pertain to law enforcement matters and emergency situations.
•Conducts security building assessments for schools; guards, checks, and secures doors, rooms, buildings, and equipment
•Operates a two-way radio and qualifies with a department-issued firearm
•Provides protection and transportation to and from pre-designated places for Board Members and district administrators
•Works flexible hours, evenings and staggered shifts, holidays and weekends, and/or in emergency situations and to direct traffic/pedestrians crossing busy streets around schools or on school grounds when necessary
•Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator
•Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
•Knowledge of Georgia Criminal and Traffic Code, City and County Ordinances, Criminal Procedures, Juvenile Law and court proceedings
•Ability to work with youth and adults in the school setting
•Ability to investigate suspicious circumstances, persons, vehicles, etc.
•Proficient with Microsoft Suite and other office equipment such as incident reporting software, fax, copiers, and scanners
•Ability to apply critical thinking skills, using sound judgment, in rendering solutions to various issues that arise in the schools
•Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with students, staff, and internal/external stakeholders
•Ability to work with youth and adults

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
•High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
•Associate's or Bachelor’s degree preferred

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
•Valid Georgia driver’s license is required
•Georgia PSC clearance certificate is required
•Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification
•Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) certification preferred
•Must have Peace Officer certification

WORK EXPERIENCE:
•2 years of work experience in law enforcement with a traditional law enforcement agency or school environment preferred

COMPENSATION
Salary Grade: SRO
Salary Range: $45,312 - $67,743
Work Year: 202 DAYS

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment listed in this section are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment which may be required of positions in this class. Atlanta Public Schools encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment in this class and need reasonable accommodation of those disabilities to contact the Human Resources Department for further information.

Vision: (which may be corrected) to read small print; view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
Hearing: (which may be corrected) to answer telephones and tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
Speech: to be understood in face-to-face communications; to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone.
Upper Body Mobility: use hands and fingers to feel, grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
Strength: to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects that weigh as much as 25 or more pounds on a frequent basis. Incumbent may be required to restrain parties involved in a conflict physically.
Environmental Requirements: encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
Mental Requirements: read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records.

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities:
•Works in inclement weather.
•Ability to walk, run, climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods of time.
•Physical fitness tests are required yearly.
•May involve routine exposure to blood or body fluids.
•Overtime work, including evenings, weekends, and athletic events as assigned by the Sergeant/supervisor to provide maximum security coverage, is required

Atlanta Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
 





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SAFETY

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 202-DAY (NON-GEORGIA POST CERTIFIED PEACE OFFICER CANDIDATES ONLY) *HIRING INCENTIVE $2,500 AND SUMMERS OFF*

JobID: 2312

Position Type:
  SAFETY


Date Posted:
  1/9/2025


Location:
  Operations: Police


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POSITION SUMMARY
 
The School Resource Officer supports and facilitates the educational process within the Atlanta Public School System by providing a safe and secure environment through building and establishing meaningful relationships with students and staff and proactively interacting with the school community to ensure the enforcement of city and state laws, preservation of public order, protection of life and the prevention, detection, or investigation of crime. The incumbent will work effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and community agencies to support teaching and learning in the schools and patrol district property to protect students, staff, and visitors from physical harm and prevent loss to district property resulting from criminal activity.
 
Incumbents may spend extended periods of time patrolling and investigating crimes on District property, both in automobiles and on foot. Incumbents may be required to restrain parties involved in conflict physically. In extreme cases, the incumbent may be exposed to violent and/or armed confrontations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
 
• Knowledge of Georgia Criminal and Traffic Code, City and County Ordinances, Criminal Procedures, Juvenile Law and court proceedings
• Ability to work with youth and adults in the school setting
• Ability to investigate suspicious circumstances, persons, vehicles, etc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite and other office equipment such as incident reporting software, fax, copiers, and scanners
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills, using sound judgment, in rendering solutions to various issues that arise in the schools
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with students, staff, and internal/external stakeholders
• Ability to work with youth and adults
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
 
• Conducts routine patrols of assigned facilities to include buildings, parking lots, and district-owned, leased, or rented property for suspicious activity, unauthorized persons, or unauthorized entry after hours, taking law enforcement action when necessary
• Provides in-service training to administrators to deal with security-related matters, develop and maintain safety protocol and procedures, and serves as a wrap-around services team member to support student success
• Works closely with the principal and staff of the school to foster a better understanding of the law enforcement function to maintain a secure learning environment
• Serves as a visible and active law enforcement officer on campus dealing with law-related areas such as drugs, traffic, trespassing, fighting, and thefts and enforces campus rules and regulations
• Makes arrests only when necessary to protect school property
• Operates district equipment to include alarm systems, surveillance equipment, and patrol unit vehicles when necessary
• Identifies and prevents, through counseling and referral, delinquent behavior, including substance abuse
• Manages behavior of victims, witnesses, and others when handling or responding to incidents
• Works collaboratively with public safety agencies to serve as a liaison between school and community to deter criminal and delinquent behavior
• Conducts courses and workshops for students, staff, and parents to promote social awareness, relationship skills, self-management, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making
• Coordinates security for crowd and vehicle control at extra-curricular activities and special events.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact the safety of the environment for students and staff
• Serves as the initial first responder and school safety coordinator for campus emergencies.
• Prepares written reports, maintains daily logs, and obtains and serves arrest and search warrants as necessary; testifies in court as required
• Subdues offenders and criminals by using the minimum amount of force needed to protect the officer and other persons
• Provides instructions and directions to others as they pertain to law enforcement matters and emergency situations.
• Conducts security building assessments for schools; guards, checks, and secures doors, rooms, buildings, and equipment
• Operates a two-way radio and qualifies with a department-issued firearm
• Provides protection and transportation to and from pre-designated places for Board Members and district administrators
• Works flexible hours, evenings and staggered shifts, holidays and weekends, and/or in emergency situations and to direct traffic/pedestrians crossing busy streets around schools or on school grounds when necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator
• Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:
 
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
• Valid Georgia driver’s license is required
• Georgia PSC clearance certificate is required
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification (TO BE OBTAINED ONCE HIRED)
• Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) certification preferred
• Certification as a Peace Officer must be completed within one year of appointment
WORK EXPEREINCE:
• 2 years of work experience in law enforcement with a traditional law enforcement agency or school environment preferred
 
PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS
 
The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification.  In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.
 
Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
 
Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions
 
Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.
 
Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
 
Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.
 
Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
 
Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress
 
Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: 
 
• Works in inclement weather.
• Ability to walk, run, climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods of time.
• Physical fitness tests are required yearly.
• May involve routine exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Overtime work, including evenings, weekends, and athletic events as assigned by the Sergeant/supervisor to provide maximum security coverage, is required
 
The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. 
 
This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position.  It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.  Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.  
 
 
COMPENSATION
Salary Grade: SRO
Salary Range: $45,312 - $67,743
Work Year: 202 DAYS





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