Senior School Safety & Community Police Officer

Salary Schedule A sworn law enforcement officer within the District Police portfolio is charged with delivering emergency management, law enforcement, school resource officer, and safety and security services as assigned. As a state certified police officer within the OCPS District Police the incumbent is responsible for the investigation, pursuit, apprehension and arrest of law violators or suspected law violators. Employees in this class will be responsible for providing various law enforcement services and/or serve in assigned capacities within specialized law enforcement functions to facilities located throughout the District. QUALIFICATIONS Associate degree from an accredited institution in criminal justice, public administration or related field or any equivalent combination of related education, training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential job functions. Three (3) years of experience as a police officer within an environment equal in scope to the duties and requirements of the position. Experience as a school resource officer (SRO) preferred. Certified Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Florida or have the FDLE Exemption Training form CJSTC 76 executed, which will give the ability to complete the Equivalency of Training (EOT) and become Florida State certified. Must retain law enforcement certification at all times during employment. Possesses and maintains a valid Florida driver’s license and proof of insurability at all times. Pass a comprehensive law enforcement background investigation, criminal history check, fitness for duty medical examination, physical ability test, police psychological assessment and related selection criteria. Candidates may not possess any felony convictions or convictions related to domestic violence. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Non-bargaining Unit Compensation Plan, twelve months, 8.0 hours per day. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to meet and maintain all applicable standards related to law enforcement officer status as dictated by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in applying law enforcement and public safety supervisory principles, practices and techniques. Ability to perform the duties of a law enforcement supervisor directly responsible for providing direction to sworn police personnel and overseeing police field operations. Understanding and experience in the theory and practice of community-oriented policing and problem-solving. Proven ability to provide effective leadership during critical incidents and emergent situations. Proficiency in the use of standardized law enforcement, public safety and/or security equipment and technology. Working knowledge of current state laws, administrative rules, and school board policies as they relate to criminal justice, police and public safety programs. Strong coalition-building skills capable of developing collaborative relationships with diverse external and internal cohorts. Excellent decision-making skills. Sound analytical, problem identification and resolution capabilities. Able to communicate verbally and in writing, effectively presenting ideas and providing plans, policies and procedures in a clear and concise manner. Capable of consistently demonstrating a high degree of accountability, personal integrity and emotional maturity. Proven ability to effectively, continuously, and discreetly, work with confidential and potentially sensitive information. MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT Automobile, Computer, Firearms, Handcuffs, Integrated Copies/Fax/Imager, Less Lethal Weapons, Radios, Telephone, Cameras, Calculators, Recording Devices, White Board System and other position specific devices. Must be able to use personal protective equipment and other law enforcement/public safety/security equipment as provided by the district. Incumbent shall demonstrate a high level of competency and meet certification and qualification standards in the use of assigned police equipment such as chemical spray agents, firearms, conducted electrical weapons, impact weapons and police vehicles. Position requires incumbent to possess a valid Florida driver’s license and proof of insurability at all times. Incumbent must maintain access to a motor vehicle (personal or agency) on a regular basis. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires heavy work which necessitates the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, running, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The work is performed indoors and outdoors and worker is exposed to hazards associated with law enforcement duties to include but not limited to making physical arrests, controlling violent offenders, responding to emergency situations, entering and exiting …