The presence of an SRO is intended to accomplish two goals. First, the work of an SRO is intended to promote the reduction of crime and violence in the school. Second, a primary objective of the SRO is to break down the barriers that often exist between teen aged youth and law enforcement. Meeting with school administrators and parent groups to discuss crime related topics. Meet with students individually and in groups to promote respectful, law abiding behavior.
Complete crime reports for school related incidents.
Patrol the area in and around the school including subdivisions adjacent to the school Issue citations and make arrests. Give classroom presentations on crime prevention and related topics. Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of this classification. A School Resource Officer must complete forty hours of training in Basic School Resource Officer Training. This training will equip the deputy with the skills needed to successfully interact with students, administrators, faculty and other school staff members.