Supports and facilitates the educational process within the Fulton County School System by providing a safe and secure environment through enforcement of state laws, preservation of public order, protection of life and the prevention, detection, or investigation of crime.
Essential Duties
Serves as a visible and active law enforcement officer on campus dealing with law-related areas such as drugs, traffic, trespassing, fighting, and thefts
Protects campus from disturbances and criminal activity
Serves as the initial first responder and school safety coordinator for campus emergencies
Conducts routine patrols of assigned facilities to include buildings, parking lots and District owned, leased, or rented equipment
Operates system equipment to include alarm systems, surveillance equipment, and patrol units when necessary
Maintains safety and security within the guidelines of the board and FCS police department policies
Implements and coordinates the district wide safety and security program
Works closely with the principal and staff of the school to foster a better understanding of law enforcement function to maintain a secure learning environment
Counsels individual students in law-related areas which affect the student’s ability to function effectively in the educational environment
Promotes positive relationships between youth and law enforcement to reduce juvenile delinquency
Collaborates with public safety agencies to serve as a liaison between schools and community to deter criminal and delinquent behavior
Conducts mini-courses or workshops on drugs, law, law enforcement, safety, good citizenship, and other areas for students and parents
Consults or attends conferences with students, parents, and staff members to assist with problems of a law enforcement act or crime prevention nature
Plans and helps conduct emergency drills on a routine basis
Testifies in criminal court cases as required
Coordinates security for crowd and vehicle control at extra-curricular activities and special events
Maintains annual firearms certification and P.O.S.T certification
Assists other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact student or site safety
Maintains paperwork related to activities that may include police reports, activity logs and time sheets
Make referrals available to other agencies within the school system and community for additional assistance
Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator
Required Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Certification/Licensure
Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) required
Certification as a Peace Officer must be completed prior to making application; Must hold a PBLE classification if P.O.S.T. certified after 1982 or the equivalent prior to 1983
Advanced Certifications (Instructor, Drug Identification, etc.) a plus
Experience Qualifications
None required; Minimum 2 years of previous sworn law enforcement patrol/investigative experience preferred;Minimum Age Requirement: 21 years old
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of Georgia Criminal and Traffic Code, City and County Ordinances, Criminal Procedures, Juvenile Law and court proceedings
Must not have any open internal affairs investigations or P.O.S.T. investigations
Ability to work with youth and adults
Ability to teach mini-courses to youth and adults
Must be able to effectively communicate with both public and school personnel
Must pass criminal history and background investigation
Must be able to pass physical agility test
Must pass polygraph examination
Must pass psychological evaluation
Working Conditions
May require work in inclement weather
May involve assignments in hostile environments
Physical Demands
Must be able to walk, run, climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods of time
Posting ID: 29623
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