Safety / Security Position - Cape Girardeau 63
Position: Safety / Security Position
Subject Area: (none)
Job Title: School Resource Officer
Job Location: Cape Girardeau Public School #63
Beginning: Jul 01, 2024
Deadline: Open until filled **
District: Cape Girardeau 63
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Telephone: 573-335-1867
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Job Description:
The Cape Girardeau Public School District is seeking a dedicated School Resource Officer for the 2024-2025 academic year. 
Terms of Employment: 11-month contract; 220 days
 
The School Resource Officer will conduct highly responsible law enforcement work under general direction to create and maintain a safe, secure, and orderly learning environment for students, staff, and patrons.  Foster an efficient and cohesive program that will build a positive relationship between law enforcement officers and the youth of our community in addition to reducing crime committed by juveniles and young adults. 
 
Required Qualifications:
  • Commissioned as a law enforcement officer
  • Ability to become commissioned through the Cape Girardeau Police Department
  • 2 years experience as a law enforcement officer
  • Broad based knowledge of the court system and presentation of evidence in court proceedings
  • Broad based knowledge regarding youth, social issues and the criminal justice system
  • Knowledge of city, state and federal laws
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Three of more years as a law enforcement office
  • Previous experience as an SRO
  • School Resource Officer Certification 
  • Working knowledge of CrisisGo
General Information:
 
To apply for this position, you must register online at www.capetigers.com (Careers).
 
Application Deadline:  Open until filled

** District reserves the right to close any Job Posting when a suitable applicant has been found before the deadline date.
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