Deputy Sheriff SRO

OVERVIEW & PURPOSEPerforms general duty law enforcement work to protect life and property in the County. Work includes patrolling the County during an assigned shift in a vehicle; preventing, detecting, and investigating disturbances and crime; serving various civil and criminal papers; responding to calls; apprehending suspects; and executing related assignments. Employees must exercise judgment, initiative and calm control when performing duties; more difficult problems are normally carried out under the direction of or in conjunction with a Sergeant assigned to the same shift. Work involves frequent public contact which requires tact, firmness and decisiveness. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policy and state and federal law, supplemented with specific directions from superior officers. Employees are subject to hazards associated with law enforcement work including working in both inside and outside environments, in extremely hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as dangerous persons, loud noises, and hazardous spills with fumes, oils, gases, or flammable liquids. Work may subject employees to compliance with final OSHA Standards on blood borne pathogens. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation, discussion and review of reports for adherence to laws, department procedures, and proper judgment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSA School Resource Officer is a career law enforcement officer, with sworn authority, trained in community-oriented policing, and assigned by the employing agency to work in collaboration with schools and community-based organizations:To address crime and disorder problems, violence, and drug activities affecting or occurring in or around an elementary or secondary school.To develop or expand crime prevention efforts for students.To educate likely school-age victims in crime prevention and safety.To develop or expand community justice initiatives for students.To train students in conflict resolution, restorative justice, and crime awareness.To assist in the identification of physical changes in the environment that may reduce crime in or around a school.To assist in developing school policy that addresses crime and to recommend procedural changes.The Basic Triad Concept – SRO as law enforcement officer, law related educator, and mentor:An SRO is trained in the law and has a unique perspective when translating that experience into the classroom.The SRO's use of authority and discretion when responding to incidents involving juveniles plays an essential role in determining if a juvenile becomes part of the juvenile justice system.The SRO serves as a resource for faculty, students and parents. This role is probably the most dynamic aspect of the SRO assignment.SRO Program GoalsBridge the gap between LEO and studentsIncrease positive attitudes towards law enforcementEncourage more citizen cooperation between children and law enforcement officersReduce juvenile crimeMentoringEducating students about the criminal/juvenile justice systemShowing an appropriate personal interest in student's success/failure at school/homeBeing a positive role model is a constant ongoing process. Students learn from every interaction they have with an SRO. Therefore, it is essential for an SRO to always be that positive role model.GENERALIZED DUTIESTo prevent juvenile delinquency through close contact with students and school personnel.To establish liaison with school principals, faculty, and students.To establish and maintain communications with other S.R.O.s in the school system to bring about a countywide approach.To inform the students of their rights and responsibilities as lawful citizens.To provide liaison between students and social agencies which provide needed services.To act as a liaison resource to the principal in investigating criminal violations occurring in the school or on school property.To assist the administration and faculty in formulating criminal justice programs.To formulate educational crime prevention programs to reduce the opportunity for crimes against persons and property in the schools.To participate in the Parent-Teacher-Student Association meetings as requested.To participate in campus activities, student organizations, and athletic events when invited and feasible.Operates radar units to detect speed, investigates accidents and performs other traffic control work.STANDARD DUTIESPatrols the County in a vehicle, on foot or by other means; serves a variety of civil and criminal papers; responds to calls; examines premises of unoccupied residences or buildings; detects unusual conditions, may maintain surveillance and observation for stolen cars, missing persons, or suspects.Responds to calls for assistance, complaints, suspicious activity, domestic disputes, loud and disruptive behavior; completes calls by determining the true nature of the situation and taking whatever legal or persuasive action is warranted.Investigates possible crimes through observation, questioning witnesses, and gathering physical evidence; performs investigative tasks, arrests and processes criminal suspects; presents findings in court.Serves warrants and civil and criminal process papers; apprehends and processes criminal suspects and transports to County magistrate and/or County detention facilities; serves child support orders for arrest.Operates a two-way radio to receive instructions and information from or to report information to headquarters; maintains vehicle, weapons and other equipment in standard working order.Transports inmates, mental patients and others to other jurisdictions, medical facilities, and other correctional or related facilities.Prepare detailed records and reports of activities using prescribed methods.Assist other law enforcement and emergency agencies in controlling emergency situations.Advises the public on laws and local ordinances; serves papers as needed.Operates radar units to detect speed, investigates accidents and performs other traffic control work.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONSAssists stranded motorists; gives information and directions to visitors and the General public.Performs other related duties as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESWorking knowledge of state and federal laws, local ordinances and policies of the department, especially relating to search and seizure, serving papers, mental health detention and commitment procedures; pursuit, and arrest.Working knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, methods and equipment.Some knowledge of scientific crime detection and criminal identification methods and procedures.Working knowledge of the application of information technology to the work.Skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics.Skill in collaborative conflict resolution.Ability to act with sound judgment in routine and emergency situations.Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.Ability to present effective court testimony.Ability to prepare clear and concise activity reports.The ability to build and maintain cooperative and effective public relations with the citizens.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other public officials.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE “REQUIREMENTS”Graduation from High School and completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training.ADDITIONAL “REQUIREMENTS”Before assignment to sworn duties, employees must be at least 20 years of age and possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License and have completed at least the minimum requirements established by the North Carolina Sheriff's Training and Standards Commission for Certified Law Enforcement Officers with prospects of successfully completing the entire Certification process within prescribed timeframes.May require Radar and other Certifications.Required per North Carolina 12 NCAC09B.0313 Certification and Training for School Resource Officers.Law enforcement officers assigned by their agency to perform duties as a School Resource Officer shall: (1) have been issued general certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission as a law enforcement officer.(2) Any officer assigned as a School Resource Officer shall complete the School Resource Officer Training course within one year after being assigned as a School Resource Officer.(3) The term of certification as a School Resource Officer shall be indefinite, provided the School Resource Officer completes during each calendar year a one-hour basic School Resource Officer refresher training authored by North Carolina Justice Academy.Required by Iredell Statesville Schools Memorandum of Understanding.Crisis Intervention Team Training (CIT).This class provides first responders with training and resources to help better assist individuals who are in a mental health crisis and to provide knowledge to help understand mental illness. The class provides de-escalation techniques and helps build relationships with first responders, the mental health system, and the community.“PREFERRED” QUALIFICATIONSNONE.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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