School Resource Officer 

The Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools serves 1600 students ranging from PreK-12 and is a free, open-enrollment public charter school. Over 92% of our students are Latinx. Our school system consists of Guadalupe Centers High School, Guadalupe Centers Middle School, and Guadalupe Centers Elementary School. Our system grew out of Guadalupe Centers’ educational programming. Guadalupe Centers is the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the US since 1919. Our roots in our community run deep.

There are many benefits to working at GCCS with some of them being:

• Student and Families: GCCS teachers strive to form strong relationships with our students and their families. Our organization grew out of Guadalupe Centers, the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the US. These community ties are integral to who we are. 

• Staff Autonomy: Teachers at GCCS appreciate having the autonomy to try proven and new approaches in their classroom and are encouraged to innovate. The experience of teachers is valued and they are given space to collaborate and share their best practice with each other. 

• Coaching and Development: Staff at GCCS collaborate with their leaders on their growth and development. GCCS teachers set a professional development goal in collaboration with their coaches, and colleagues, and in district initiatives. All staff are aligned on working on their development over the year.

Summary:

The School Resource Officer (SRO) plays a crucial role in fostering a safe and secure learning environment within the school community. This position involves collaboration with school administrators, staff, students, and local law enforcement to ensure the well-being of all individuals on school premises. The SRO serves as a positive role model, promotes positive relationships between law enforcement and the school community, and addresses safety concerns through a proactive and preventive approach.

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and Operations

Required Skills/Abilities and Key Responsibilities:

• Serves as visible and active law enforcement officer within the school district dealing with law-related areas such as drugs, traffic, trespassing, fighting, and thefts.
• Conducts routine patrols of assigned facilities to include buildings, parking lots, and district-owned, leased, or rented equipment. Assists with the operation of system equipment including alarm systems, surveillance equipment, and other security systems.
• Counsel individual students in law-related areas which affect the student’s ability to function effectively in the educational environment.
• Conducts mini-courses or workshops on drugs, law enforcement, safety, good citizenship, and other areas for students and parents as time permits.
• Coordinates security for crowd and vehicle control at extracurricular activities and special events.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact student or site safety.
• Maintains appropriate documentation related to activities that may include police reports, activity logs, or other documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
• Assist in the prevention/control of crime and disorder in the school district and the immediate area of an assigned school. Conduct or assist in the investigation of offenses on campus. 
• Enforce state statutes or applicable Kansas City municipal ordinances as appropriate. 
• Appear in court and assist in prosecution and other judicial processes as appropriate.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years experience as a police officer.
• Missouri P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certification.
• Desire and interest in performing the function of a school police officer.
• Ability to obtain the Basic School Resource Officer Certification either through NASRO or the Missouri Police Chiefs Association.
• Possess, or be able to obtain, current firearms certifications with all department-owned, supplied, or required weapons.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of citizens, public and private organizations, district staff and educators, and County and State Law Enforcement agencies.
• Valid Missouri Driver’s License.
• Approve Criminal History check in accordance with P.O.S.T. certification requirements.
• Employment / Criminal Background Check.
• Drug Screen.
• Understand and comply with department and school district policies and procedures
• Ability to operate and perform basic computer skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Positive verbal communication skills with employees and the general public. Possess all qualifications, training, and certification required by the State of Missouri for individuals serving as peace officers according to Chapter 590 RSMo.

Desired Knowledge

• Principles of community policing and a willingness to work collaboratively with the community.
• Principles and practices of law enforcement, investigation, patrol, community services, and related police services.
• Criminal law, codes, ordinances, and court interpretations including rights of citizens, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure, and rules of evidence.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, codes, ordinances, and policies. 
• Effective leadership, mentoring, team building, methods, and problem-solving techniques. 
• Persuasive written and oral communication and presentations with individuals and before groups.
• Organizational development, reorganizations, and program development, evaluation, and goal setting.
• Bilingual ability, English required and Spanish preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move quickly to respond to incidents.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment as needed.
• Physical fitness to meet job requirements.

Salary Range (Commensurate with Experience): $48,000 - $56,000

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students facing challenges and are dedicated to their educational success, we encourage you to apply for the position of Alternative Setting Facilitator.

Application Process: 

Please complete an application which may be found at https://www.gck12.org/o/gc/page/work-for-gccs. If a position requires a degree, please upload a copy of transcripts and/or degree certification to your application. Other attachments such as a cover letter or resume can also be uploaded and attached to the application.

Guadalupe Centers, Inc. conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities’ individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.