School Resource Officer *$5,000 Hiring Bonus

Salary: $50,648.00 - $73,756.00 Annually
Location : Throughout Brevard County, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2050
Department: Brevard County Sheriff's Office
Opening Date: 01/01/2024
Job Description
Certified Deputy Sheriff that performs a wide variety of law enforcement activities specifically related to the school environment. Tasks are primarily service oriented and include working with and mentoring students, disseminating information, arbitrating disputes, and providing assistance through referrals, property protection, crime prevention, investigative, and other public safety services. Work involves responsibility for rapid and efficient performance of specialized duties under normal and emergency conditions, and may involve threats to personal safety and/or life. Duties include an element of personal danger, exposure to adverse weather conditions, apprehending criminals, and directing traffic. Incumbents perform duties in accordance with Florida State Statutes and established departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. The incumbent must be able to act without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment and discretion. Work is under general supervision of a sergeant, reviewed through observation, conferences and review of written reports for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures.
Applicants are eligible for a one-time hiring/recruitment bonus of $5,000.
An applicant with prior certified full-time law enforcement experience will be compensated above the minimum starting pay based on the applicant's years of service. Additionally, a Deputy School Resource Officer receives assignment pays totaling $2,880.80 annually.
Position Duties
Below are examples and are intended only as illustration of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.

• Provide law enforcement and prevention services to the school, school grounds and areas adjacent to the school.
• Investigate allegations of criminal incidents per agency policies and procedures.
• Divert students when appropriate and make referrals to juvenile authorities or other governmental agencies as necessary.
• Build positive relationships with students by interacting with them in a constructive manner.
• Establish and maintain a close partnership with school administrators in order to provide for a safe school environment.
• Assist school officials with their efforts to enforce Board Of Education policies and procedures.
• Ensure school administrator safety by being present during school searches, which may involve weapons, controlled or dangerous substances or in such cases that the student's emotional state may present a risk to the administrator.
• Assist school administrators in emergency crisis planning and building security matters.
• Train school personnel on handling crisis situations.
• Collaborate with school officials to complete annual risk and security assessments for each respective school of assignment.
• Collaborate with school officials and District Security to assist with the facilitation of scheduled drills at each respective school of assignment.
• Collaborate with school officials to review and complete updated Emergency Response Plans for each respective school of assignment.
• Be visible within the school community. Attend and participate in school functions.
• Build working relationships with the school's staff.
• Develop and train students on topics involving the criminal justice system.
• Educate students and families/guardians on the role of law enforcement in society through presentations and activities.
• Work with guidance counselors and other student support staff to provide services to students. Assist in conflict resolution efforts.
• Initiates, develops, and maintains open lines of communication with other agencies and officials in order to optimize performance and organizational effectiveness.
• Assist with investigating truancy issues within Brevard County Schools.
• Uses appropriate counseling techniques in accordance with agency policies to counsel juveniles and their families/guardians, providing them with factual and legal information regarding consequences of unlawful behavior and the legal rights of juveniles.
• During designated special operations, physically contacts assigned juveniles, providing appropriate documentation. Ensures that juveniles on probation adhere to all terms set forth by the juvenile court system and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
• Serve on safety committees and facilitate safety awareness related programs to the respective school campus, students, employees, volunteers and visitors.
• Attends county-wide School Resource Officer meetings and trainings.
• Educate students interested in a career in law enforcement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be Florida LEO Certified.
• Must have successfully completed the Florida Law Enforcement Officer Certification or from a Florida law enforcement academy.
• Must achieve a passing score on the Florida law enforcement certification exam, possess a good work history, must have a clean background, and a good driving history.
• Must have two (2) years continuous law enforcement experience at the same agency with at least one (1) year in uniform patrol -OR- one (1) year continuous law enforcement SRO experience. Exclusions: Prison, Corrections, and Court Services Experience. Military and Federal Law Enforcement will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
• Before a candidate will be assigned as an SRO, they must have completed the deputy sheriff Field Training Program.
  
• Must pass the Physical Abilities Test (PAT) with a 6:04 or less. A passing PAT will be required annually to maintain the assignment.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and presentation skills.
  
• Knowledge of social media.
  
• Knowledge and understanding of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act and other legislation.
  
• Must successfully complete SRO school within 6 months of assignment.
  
• Must successfully complete FDLE #1420 Crisis Response and Management.
  
• Assignment will require additional annual mandatory training to include Defensive Tactics, Firearms Proficiency, Weapon Retention / Handling Skills, Active Shooter, Tactical Combat Casualty Care, First Aid, Trauma Kit & CPR/AED Certification.
  
• Must successfully complete FDLE #1402 Single Officer Response to Active threat and Shooter incidents within one year of assignment and/or when offered.
  
• Must be at least 20 years of age.
  
• Requires a valid Florida Class E Drivers License (Must maintain for the duration of employment.)
  
• Requires a FDLE Medical Clearance and successful completion of Psychological and Polygraph Examinations.

Additional Information
WORK LOCATION: Must be able to work in any geographically defined region within Brevard County.
WORK HOURS: Must be able to work shift work; any days/hours including weekends and holidays as required. Depending on the school, the assignment may require mandatory overtime.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The job requires performance of extremely physically demanding work typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, scaling and climbing. May involve lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling. Must be able to exert up to 150 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects such as in the event of chasing and subduing a law violator resisting physical control. Tasks may also involve standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The job requires inside and outside work; ability to tolerate inclement weather including heat, humidity, cold, fog and sleet. Possible exposure to hazardous materials and conditions, toxic conditions, fumes, odors, vibration, dust, confined areas, animal/human waste and/or bodily fluids.
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: In accordance with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement minimum vision must be at least 20/70 either/or both, corrected to 20/30 and hearing must be normal at a distance of fifteen feet.
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. We encourage veterans, service members and their spouses and family members to apply for employment with this agency, qualified applicants will receive preference and priority in hiring decisions. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Permanent Full-time Employees receive the following benefits:

• 12 days of vacation accrual per year* Increases based on years of service.
• 12 days of sick time accrual per year* unlimited carryover.
• 11 paid holidays per year*
• 3 personal days per year
• 20 hours hazard leave per year
• Medical/Prescription insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Mental Health - Employee Assistance plan
• Dental/Vision/Dependent Health Insurance available at Group Rates
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program (employee contribution)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Up to $140.00/month educational incentive pay
• Up to $120.00/month career/advanced training course incentive (sworn only)
• Workout facilities
• Uniforms and Leather (dependent on position)
• Weapon (dependent on position)
• $150.00/year boot allowance (dependent on position)
• Take-home Agency Vehicle (based on position/assignment and availability)

*Part-Time Permanent Employees receive leave accrual and holidays on a pro rata basis.
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Are you a United States citizen?

• Yes
• No

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You must be at least 20 years of age to work as a Deputy Sheriff in the State of Florida. Do you meet this age requirement?

• Yes
• No

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Please list your full legal name, last, first, middle, and date of birth.
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Have you ever served or attempted to join the military, and if so, did you receive an honorable separation from service? Please explain in full detail.
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While serving in the military, were you ever subject to any military investigations, court martial, or received any disciplinary actions against you (this includes letter of reprimand, confinement, forfeiture of pay, demotion in rank, article 15, or captain mast)? If yes, explain.
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To qualify for consideration, you must be a Certified Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Florida or you must be enrolled in the Florida Equivalency of Training (EOT) program. Do you meet one of these requirements?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever in your LIFETIME worked as a sworn, certified Law Enforcement Officer? If so, provide the name of the agency and position held. *Please ensure you have included all law enforcement work experience in the employment section of this application.

• Yes
• No

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What is the name of the law enforcement academy you attended and your graduation date? If you are currently enrolled, what is your anticipated graduation date?
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Have you ever been the subject of any disciplinary complaint made against you by any Police Standards and Training Commission in Florida or any other state? If yes, provide full details. If you have not, answer "no".
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Have you ever been the subject of a Civil Rights or Use of Force complaint made against you in the State of Florida or any other state? If yes, provide full details. If you have not, answer "no".
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Have you ever engaged in any inappropriate conduct with a victim, witness, complainant, suspect, inmate, or an arrestee?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever taken a polygraph or CVSA for any reason? If so, please provide the date(s), reason(s) and the final disposition(s). If you have not, answer "no".
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Have you ever been denied a driver's license, or has your driver's license ever been restricted, revoked, or suspended? If yes, provide dates and reasons. If you have not, answer "no".
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Have you ever been convicted of any misdemeanor crime(s) involving false statements, perjury, or domestic violence? If yes, explain including dates, agency, and final disposition. If not, answer "no".
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Have you ever been involved or committed a detected or undetected criminal act? If so, explain each situation in detail. If not, answer "no".
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Are you currently residing with someone who was charged with a crime, whether they were convicted or not? If yes, explain in detail. If you are not, answer "no".
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Have you ever consumed alcoholic beverages or used illegal drugs at a place of employment? If yes, provide details. If you have not, answer "no".
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In your lifetime, have you ever experimented, tried, taken, used, or possessed what you knew or believed to be, any type of an illegal substances? (includes one-time experimentation) Note: It is still necessary to note this information even if you used or possessed it when prescribed by your physician.
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If you checked any box for a substance in the above question, provide ALL dates (month and year) used for EACH substance. If you have used or experimented with an illegal substance not listed, provide that information also.
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Have you ever applied for a job with any law enforcement agency in or out of the state? If yes, please provide all the application dates, ag...