School Resource Officer - Uniform Services - Baldwin County Sheriff's Office

Position Description This position exists to provide safety and well-being of the general public, to deter criminal activity within communities, and to enforce all laws, statutes, codes, ordinances, and regulations, and perform a variety of general law enforcement functions consisting of patrol, court services, investigations, arrest, apprehension, supervision of offenders and special details or specific assignments within the assigned division. When assigned to the School Resource Unit, this position assists the Corporal with the day-to-day operation of the School Resource Program, participates at schools and in school related events, and helps patrol school communities and prevent crime within them. Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check and will be subject to a pre-employment drug screen.

You must attach your APOST certification and National Association of School Resource Officer (NASRO) certification to your application. JOB LOCATIONS All branch locations of the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office Courthouses located in Baldwin County and surrounding areas All schools located in Baldwin County All interstates, highways, and county roads in Baldwin County and surrounding areas as necessary. WORKING CONDITIONS Deputy Sheriff positions involve exposure to and require the officer to function in the presence of the following: Inclement weather, to include extreme heat/cold, rain, ice, wind, etc.

Light conditions associated with day and night Fire, smoke, chemical leaks/spills - as close proximity as necessary to provide emergency services Personal danger, including but not limited to Armed and/or dangerous persons, animals Persons and/or articles with contagious/communicable diseases Hazards associated with emergency driving, traffic control and working in and around traffic Essential Job Functions Enforces all applicable codes, ordinances, laws and regulations (both traffic and criminal) in order to protect life and property, prevent crime, and promote security. Prevents/ discovers commission of crime; apprehends, arrests and processes criminals, fugitives and offenders; writes citations. Responds to calls relayed by dispatchers, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties.

Conducts preliminary investigations; interviews victims, complainants and witnesses and takes statements; gathers information and evidence; secures crime scenes. Inspects premises of residential /commercial buildings/properties to detect suspicious conditions. Attends court; testifies in judicial proceedings; attends bond hearings.

Creates/maintains positive public relations with the general public Performs various court-related functions as assigned (e.g., serves warrants, subpoenas, and civil process documents; performs court security functions; monitors / supervises offenders etc.) Provides assistance and back up support to other deputies as necessary; substitutes for co-workers in their absence; performs flexible unit assignments as needed in emergency response; provides emergency response on a twenty-four hour basis as needed. Inspects and maintains assigned patrol vehicle, uniform, issued equipment, weapons, etc. Confers with supervisors, staff, deputies, and others as necessary to obtain information or resolve problems; contacts command/ supervisory personnel by radio, telephone, voice mail, etc., for emergency response and critical incident communications

Communicates effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications. Prepares reports, logs, citations, forms and other documentations; maintain files, logs and records; performs other clerical duties. Receives various documentations; reviews, processes, responds, forwards, maintains, and or takes other action as appropriate.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responds to questions, complaints and requests for information/ assistance by telephone or in person from the general public, court personnel, employees, officials, other agencies, or other persons. Answers the telephone, provides information; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary Attends in-service and specialized training as required Provides training or instruction to other deputies as assigned Transports prisoners as required (e.g., to /and from court, correctional facilities, medical facilities, out of area facilities, etc.) Provides traffic control and police protection for events such as parades, processions, funerals, ball games, school crossings, etc.; provides security/escort services to individuals, businesses or others as appropriate

Performs other related duties as required. ADDITIONAL DUTIES WHEN ASSIGNED TO SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER Conducts routine preventative patrol of assigned school premises and surrounding areas; maintains an open-line of communication with all members of the school community Attempts to maintain the peace and safety of the school community; maintains civil obedience at school functions Resolves any and all complaints from members of the school community Informs citizens of available services in the school; promotes crime prevention through community and educational programs; makes presentations to the public concerning crime prevention and related police matters in the school environment May be required to work school sponsored evening events Duties may also involve teaching school programs and other related public safety programs such as Shining Star Camp and the Explorer Program PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with a qualified disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

The work is generally medium work exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 50 pounds of force occasionally. Activities could occasionally require heavy to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 or more pounds of force. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: Ability to see details at a distance and at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Ability to hear sirens, alarms, the human voice, and to accurately identify and distinguish between inputs from short and long ranges and clearly hear radio messages Possess an audible voice for in-person and radio communications; Possess sufficient body strength in order to perform normal duties of the position Crouching: Bending the body downwards and forward by bending leg and spine Dexterity: Primarily with fingers and in picking, pinching or typing Grasping: Applying pressure with the whole hand Handling: Picking, holding or otherwise working with the whole hand Lifting: Ability to lift and move objects Reaching: Ability to frequently extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers Speaking/Talking: Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and concisely through speech Hearing: Ability to hear and understand at normal speaking levels with or without correction Visual Acuity: Ability to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer screen/terminal; and /or extensive reading, with or without correction Walking: ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks or moving from one work site to another Education and Experience Accredited high school diploma or equivalent Minimum age of 21 APOST certification and National Association of School Resource Officer (NASRO) certification Valid driver's licenses and be insurable through the County's insurance Must be willing to work regular and irregular shift work and shift rotations to provide police services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (weekends and holidays included). Shifts are normally 8 or 12 hours in duration but may be extended in the event of emergency, disaster, manpower shortage, workload or work-in-progress, and/or call outs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, legal codes, court procedures, Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.

Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedure and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and other office procedures and terminology. Working knowledge of Sheriff's Office policies or ability to acquire such knowledge in a short amount of time Skill in the use and operation of all assigned equipment to include issued vehicle, emergency equipment, firearms, restraint devices, technical equipment. Defensive driving skills Critical thinking skills to using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Time management skills. Ability to deal tactfully, but firmly, with offenders, suspects, witnesses and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, court and enforcement agency representatives and the general public. Ability to verbally and effectively communicate with a variety of individuals representing diverse cultures and backgrounds and function calmly in challenging situations which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy Ability to compute mathematical data, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages with and without a calculator Ability to comprehend and retain factual information pertaining to laws, statutes, and policies, and accurately apply what is learned.

Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports. Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, disability, citizenship or veteran status in employment. It is the intent of the Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office to guarantee equal opportunity to allow disabled employees a bias-free work environment.

Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation in compliance with the ADA. Recruitment and selection processes will grant equal opportunity for employment to qualified applicants and will not discriminate on the basis of disability. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request during the application, testing, and interview process.