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Alamance County, NC

School Resource Officer

Graham, NC · On-site

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A School Resource Officer acts as a liaison between school administrators, faculty, and students with social agencies and programs available within the community. An officer serving in the role of a ...

City of Colleyville

School Resource Officer

Colleyville, TX · On-site

$38.49 - $45.81/hr

School Resource Officers will follow school district schedule. Full time SROs will report to Patrol while school is not in session. Less than full-time School Resource Officers will not be required ...

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How much do entry level school resource officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level school resource officer in the United States is $71,959.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $111,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level school resource officer?

An Entry Level School Resource Officer (SRO) is a law enforcement officer assigned to work in a school setting, typically at the beginning of their career in this specialized role. Their primary responsibilities include ensuring the safety and security of students and staff, building positive relationships within the school community, and serving as a resource for crime prevention and education. Entry level SROs work closely with school administrators, provide guidance on safety protocols, and may also participate in classroom presentations or conflict resolution. They act as a bridge between the school and local law enforcement, helping to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level school resource officer?

To thrive as an Entry Level School Resource Officer, you need a background in law enforcement or security, typically supported by completion of police academy training and relevant certifications. Familiarity with incident reporting systems, communication devices, and safety protocols is commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and a calm, approachable demeanor help foster trust and ensure effective communication with students and staff. These skills and qualities are essential for maintaining a safe, supportive school environment and effectively responding to emergencies.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level school resource officers and how can they be addressed?

Entry level School Resource Officers often face challenges such as building trust with students and staff, adapting to the unique school environment, and balancing law enforcement duties with educational responsibilities. Developing strong communication skills and showing empathy can help foster positive relationships within the school community. Additionally, working closely with school administrators and participating in ongoing training can ensure a smooth adjustment to this specialized role.

What is the difference between Entry Level School Resource Officer vs School Security Officer?

AspectEntry Level School Resource OfficerSchool Security Officer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; police academy training; valid law enforcement certificationHigh school diploma or equivalent; security training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentSchool campuses, interacting with students, staff, and law enforcementSchool premises, focusing on safety and access control
Employer & IndustrySchool districts, law enforcement agenciesSchool districts, private security firms
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

While both roles focus on school safety, Entry Level School Resource Officers are sworn law enforcement officers with police training, often involved in law enforcement activities and community engagement. School Security Officers typically focus on access control and safety measures without law enforcement authority. The choice depends on the level of law enforcement involvement desired in the school environment.

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School Resource Officer

Metropolitan School District of Warren Township

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$30.75/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Security/Police Officer
Date Posted:
8/5/2026
Location:
Warren Police Department
Closing Date:
Until filled
JOB TITLE: School Resource Officer
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt, hourly employee.
WORK DAYS: 246 days per year (including paid holidays and paid vacation time), with the possibility of additional work on weekends or double-shifts.
STANDARD HOURS PER DAY: 8.5 hours per day (including a 30-minute paid meal break).
WORK YEAR: The work year for the School Resource Officer begins on the first weekday in July, and ends 12 months later on the last weekday in June.
SALARY SCHEDULE & BENEFITS: The School Resource Officer is paid on the "School Police" salary schedule, and is eligible for benefits on the "Support Staff" benefits schedule. Starting hourly rate is $30.75 per hour.
REPORTS TO: The School Resource Officer reports directly to the Chief of Warren Police.
SUPERVISES: The School Resource Officer does not directly supervise any other employee(s).
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Under direction, the School Resource Officer provides for the security and environmental safekeeping of an assigned location(s) of the school district. Employees in this classification are responsible for ensuring all persons entering and/or exiting school district facilities are authorized on the premises, and perform interview and investigation activities in response to incidents, accidents, or unauthorized activities throughout the district. The School Resource Officer addresses security violations in accordance with prescribed district policies and procedures, is responsible for reporting illegal activities to appropriate administration or enforcement entities and performs related work as directed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Responds to emergencies and critical incidents such as fire alarms, medical emergencies, altercations, threats of violence, etc. for the purpose of confining, resolving, or preventing injury or otherwise hazardous situations.
  2. Conducts security checks of facilities and perimeter grounds for the purpose of identifying and resolving any suspected or real security breaches or violations.
  3. Manage traffic and crowd control in high volume areas, i.e. school buses, student/staff & pedestrian traffic.
  4. Performs investigative activities in response to complaints, incidents, accidents or other reported concerns, i.e., auto accidents, illness or injury, missing students.
  5. Conducts Resource and security related routine tasks, i.e., inspecting operating condition of security equipment, conducting fire drills, testing and inspecting fire equipment.
  6. May provide escort or transport of various persons, i.e., personnel leaving after hours, truant students, sick or injured persons, visitors.
  7. Maintains security and environmental safekeeping of the assigned district location; monitors weather stations and scanning radios.
  8. Inspects suspicious packages; inspects designated areas for suspicious devices prior to meetings; monitors board meetings.
  9. Inspects facilities for potential hazards, i.e., equipment left running, gas leaks.
  10. Provides security for entrances and gateways by checking visitor and parent identification and authorization information; provides direction and information as requested.
  11. Assists persons with vehicle problems, such as having locked keys inside their cars or dead batteries.
  12. Records various information about security and monitoring activities, i.e., daily activities, incident reports, maintenance requests, sign in logs.
  13. Operates assigned transportation vehicle and provides routine washing and maintenance according to prescribed policies.
  14. Provides training, guidance and instruction to other district Safety personnel.
  15. Keep up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by the district.
  16. With support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position.
  17. Maintain timely and accurate information.
  18. Perform other related duties as assigned.

ENTRY-LEVEL REQUIREMENTS:
  1. EDUCATION/TRAINING: High school diploma or GED is required. Satisfactory completion of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) training program is preferred or sworn designation from a state certified Safety Department and satisfactory completion of first aid and CPR/AED training.
  2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum three years of Police, military or law enforcement experience, with demonstrated investigative and interpersonal communication skills for addressing potentially hazardous circumstances is required.
  3. CERTIFICATIONS &/OR LICENSES: Eligible for designation as a "Special Deputy" by the Marion County Sheriff is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license is required.
  4. OTHER: Ability to perform the essential functions, meet the performance aptitudes, and fulfill the physical/sensory/environmental requirements of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) is required.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES:
  1. Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or probable consequences, and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.
  2. Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
  3. Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate standard radio communication equipment, standard office equipment, and assigned motorized security vehicle.
  4. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and advisory data and information.
  5. Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction multiplication and division.
  6. Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership. Ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to problem resolution.
  7. Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Some tasks may involve the ability to exert extreme physical effort in very heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials in excess of 100 pounds, such as when transporting sick or injured persons. The School Resource Officer is expected to routinely and continuously (through the entire time on duty) wear a bulletproof vest and utility belt with radios, telephone and pager, gun and ammunition, handcuffs, and other equipment.
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Tasks are regularly performed with some risk of exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dust, humidity, rain, temperature extremes, traffic hazards, and violence.
Attachment(s):
  • MSD Warren_Benefit Guide_2026.pdf

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