School Resource Officer

Job Title: School Resource Officer                  
Department: Sheriff’s Office               
Reports To: Patrol Supervisor         
Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Compensation Range: $83,939.60 - $91,723.10 annually

• Based on years of experience as a certified law enforcement officer.
• 2025 Pay Scale:

Benefits: Employee Benefits | Lake County, CO
**Open until filled**

• Additional pay potential for fluency in Spanish, degrees in postsecondary education, certified field training officer, and other training certificate
• The Lake County Sheriff's Office is looking for a P.O.S.T certified Law Enforcement Officer, with a strong desire to serve our community with professionalism and honesty. Must possess good communication skills and a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Service and Excellence. The ability to connect with a diverse community in a rural setting, preferably with bilingual proficiency and a desire for public service.
• Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half, after 80 in hours in a 14-day work period.
• County employees can also receive an annual allowance for health and wellness costs.
• End of Year bonus. Based on months of service within the year.
• Duty Firearm will be provided. 
• All uniform, belts, holsters, and other equipment, including ballistic body armor and plates, with the exception of footwear, are provided. Ballistic armor is replaced every five years at no cost to the employee.
• Current P.O.S.T, applicable instructor skills certifications will be considered for incentive bonuses to salary. (Firearms, arrest control, driving skills, other)
• Culture of personal and professional development through skills instructor courses, education, higher learning, etc.
• Advanced Education Pay. Up to 6% salary increase for applicable college education completed.
• Spanish/English bilingual skills incentive. A supplemental pay increase to salary is available for bilingual skills demonstrated through testing.

• Enhance positive relationships with Lake County residents through effective community police methods
• Promote and facilitate school environments that are safe from crime and disorder through the investigation and enforcement of statutes, ordinances, traffic laws, and school policies, thereby enhancing student achievement and the development of positive social skills.
• Design, research, implement, and/or instruct prevention and law-related education-based programs that are student-focused and include topics such as substance abuse resistance, gang resistance, positive decision-making, crime prevention, personal safety, and topics related to local and state law.
• Mentor, counsel, advise, and support students, parents, teachers, and school administrators as necessary and appropriate. Make appropriate student referrals to outside service agencies as needed
•  Provide training/presentations to administrators, staff, teachers, counselors, interventionists, parent groups, and community groups on a wide variety of “safe school” related topics.
• Assist school staff with the development of school-based and safety-related policies, procedures, and programs. Provide assistance, advice, and guidance in the development of threat assessments and safety plans.
• Perform school resource officer duties and responsibilities at after-hours athletic events and other school-related functions.
• In addition to the duties of an SRO, you will be expected to perform the functions of a standard patrol deputy as needed, which include, but are not limited to:
  • Work with citizens, community groups, schools, and other entities to resolve community public safety issues; identify areas of potential problems, crime, disorder, traffic, or unsafe conditions; report and initiate corrective actions. Issue verbal and written warnings and citations; make restorative justice referrals; initiate arrests, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints, use lethal and less lethal weapons and force when appropriate.
  • May be assigned to patrol designated areas near or around their assigned schools or other schools in the county. Enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances and educate citizens regarding laws and ordinances. Discover and prevent the commission of crimes; manage and resolve conflict.
  • May be assigned to respond to calls and complaints involving automobile accidents, robberies, assaults, domestic disturbances, suicide prevention, child abuse, fires, and other petty offenses, misdemeanors, and felonies; respond to alarms; investigate complaints; apprehend suspects; search, inspect, and transport prisoners. Secure accident and crime scenes; administer first aid and other life-saving techniques; conduct investigations; obtain and interview witnesses; gather information, dictate, write, or type reports and document investigations; conduct visual and audio surveillance over areas and/or suspected criminals; recover, impound, and return stolen property items.
  • Operate an emergency vehicle day and/or night, in routine, emergency, and pursuit situations; pursue fleeing suspects on foot in unfamiliar terrain. Provide public service and respond to inquiries in routine, potential problem and crisis situations. Conduct a variety of criminal investigations or activities involving crimes against persons, property, and society. Respond to general service calls, including animal complaints, civil complaints, property control, and related incidents; perform related duties as assigned.
  • Prepare investigative and other reports that may include photographs, sketches, and warrants in accordance with established format, protocol, and timeliness. Serve warrants and subpoenas; appear in court to present evidence and testify. May be required to participate in a variety of legal proceedings. Performs essential duties and additional tasks in a manner that enhances City Attributes.

• High school diploma or GED. A current Colorado P.O.S.T. certification or the ability to obtain a refresher or lateral POST certification prior to starting. A minimum of two (2) years of Law Enforcement experience is required.
• Possession of a valid Colorado driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment. 
• Possession of an appropriate Advanced Certificate issued by the  Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.), or equivalent examination, to be maintained throughout employment.  
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and project management.
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of leadership. 
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of contract administration and management.
• Organizational structure and functions of all the divisions within the department.
• Principles of police science, administration and organization.
• Criminal law and the apprehension, arrest, and prosecution of law violators.
• Specialized areas of administrative responsibility such as the code of civil procedure and types and legal requirements for civil processes or methods of investigation, detection, apprehension, and crime prevention.
• Proper and effective methods of deploying law enforcement personnel.
• Emergency, safety and health practices, procedures and standards.  
• Techniques for effectively representing the County in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Recent and ongoing developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned division.
• Methods and techniques of preparing technical and administrative reports, and general business correspondence.
• County and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Assess difficult or emergency circumstances and develop, implement, and direct appropriate response strategies.   
• Work under stressful or dangerous conditions, often involving considerable personal risk or risk to others.  
• Safely use and care for firearms. 
• Effectively representing the division and the County in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Direct the establishment and maintenance of various filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

EOE Statement

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.

Notice of Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities

All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Expected Duration of the Application Process

Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately two (2) to four (4) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.