Career Details

POLICE

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (SRO)
posted : 04/30/2025
Status :
Open
Close Date :
05/09/2025
Salary :
54,673.09
Type :
FULL TIME
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General Job Description

Under general supervision and the direction of the Chief of Police, enforcement of State and Horry County law, rules, regulations and ordinances. Must work in all weather conditions, be proficient with firearms, and able to respond to potential law enforcement or security concerns as needed. Applicants will be considered for a School Resource Officer position within the agency. Applications are considered current for one year from submittal.

Duties for this Position
  • Assigned to an Horry County School full time, 8 hour per day schedule during the regular school year
  • During school vacations, SRO’s will perform other duties as assigned by their Bureau Commander
  • Required to wear a standard police uniform while on duty, including but not limited to a full duty belt, body armor, body worn camera, and department radio
  • Required to maintain a fully marked patrol vehicle while assigned as a school resource officer
  • Required to attend the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy School Resource Officer course within one year of assignment at a school
  • Required to serve a minimum of one year as a School Resource Officer
  • Required to submit a monthly activity report
  • Report or take necessary law enforcement action on violations of South Carolina Statutes or Horry County Ordinances
  • Required to give classroom presentations on ethical issues and the role of law enforcement in society
  • Required to participate in school activities, including athletic events, plays, parades, social functions, and school organizations
  • Required to maintain a liaison with local law enforcement agencies and cooperate with them in law enforcement matters, including cooperation with school security officers
  • Required to serve as a liaison between the school and the surrounding community to give advice or support to residents, businesses, and officers who work in the area on problems with traffic, trespassing, or any other issues the come up that relate to the school and its students
  • Required to be available for conferences with students, parents, and faculty members to offer assistance and advice on problems of a law enforcement or crime prevention nature.
Position Minimum Requirements
  • High School graduate or equivalent diploma is required
  • 2 years of service as a Class I law enforcement officer or 2 years as a School Security Officer, required.
  • Must have a valid South Carolina Driver’s License
  • Must be able to maintain required level of proficiency in the use of firearms
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Must pass required pre-employment physical, extensive background check, polygraph examination, and psychological examination
  • Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred
  • Military experience with Honorable Discharge is preferred