School Resource Officer (SRO)

School Resource Officer (SRO)

Salary

$75,000.00 Annually

Location

Davie, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-116

Department

Police

Opening Date

09/22/2026

Closing Date

9/28/2026 12:00 PM Eastern

Hours of Work

Monday-Friday (8 hour days) during the school year: August-June.

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Description

Performs a wide variety of law enforcement activities specifically related to the school environment during the school year. 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.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

• Graduation from an accredited high school supplemented by course work at a police training school or academy.
• Must possess a current State of Florida Law Enforcement Officer Certification in good standing.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of Police Officer experience.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida Drivers License and a good driving record.

Supplemental Information

All applicants must:

• Be a citizen of the United States at the time of application;
• Be of good moral character as defined by Florida Administrative Code 11B-27;
• Not have been dishonorably discharged from the military;
• Not have an open Internal Affairs Investigation;
• Not have failed Town of Davie Background Investigation, Oral Board Interview, Polygraph or Psychological Exam within the past year;
• Have no felony convictions;
• Not have any drivers license suspensions within five (5) years of the date of this application;
• Not have steroid usage within five (5) years of the date of this application;
• Not have a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years;
• Not have visible tattoos above the collarbone on the neck, face, head, scalp or on the hands;
• Not have used any illegal controlled substances within three years of the date of this application with the exception of marijuana. All applicants must not have used marijuana or cannabis in any form within one year of the date of this application;
• Not have used any tobacco products within six (6) months of the date of this application.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Compensation/Work Schedule/Benefits:

• Compensation: $75,000 for 44 weeks of work per school year.

• Health Insurance: Single coverage only, 100% paid by the Town.

• Life Insurance: $100,000

• Work Schedule: The school year will run from August through June, work schedule is as follows:

• Eight (8) hour days which includes the entire school day.

• School days are Monday - Friday.

• Retention Bonus: Paid in the amount of $2,500 payable on the last pay period in which the school year ends. Pro-rated retention bonus payments may be made depending on hire date as long as the SRO is employed by the Town at the end of the contract year.

• Pension/Retirement: Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.

• Uniforms/Equipment/Firearm: Provided by the Police Department.

• Leave: Five (5) personal days per school year (any unused personal leave will not roll over to subsequent school years and has no cash value).

• Take Home Vehicle: During the school year only, must reside in Broward County and subject to a monthly fee.

• Cell Phone Stipend: $40/month.

• Training: Mandatory and departmental training will be provided and paid by the Police Department.

• Overtime: Will receive overtime for any hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours in any week.

• Details: May work details as follows:

• Have primary assignment for details at the schools where they are assigned.

• Have secondary assignment to other Davie Officers for other details.

• During the summer and at school break times, will have the ability to work details and earn overtime upon discretion of the Chief of Police and approval of the Town Administrator.

PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

• Licenses/Certifications: If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition and continuation of employment.
• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans Preference form.
• Essential Employees: Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.

Non-Classified Benefits

None Available at this time.

01

Are you a graduate from an accredited High School or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you currently possess a minimum of two (2) years of Police Officer experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a current State of Florida Law Enforcement Officer certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you a citizen or a naturalized citizen of the United States?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you currently possess a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a good driving record?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you had a suspended and/or revoked drivers license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you had a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years? If yes, please provide the date and the details of the conviction.

09

Do you have any visible tattoos above the collarbone on the neck, face, head, scalp or on the hands?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you failed a Town of Davie Background Investigation, Oral Board Interview, Medical, Polygraph or Psychological Exam within the past year?

• Yes
• No

11

Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

• Yes
• No

12

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, on what date did you last use any tobacco products?

13

Do you have any felony convictions?

• Yes
• No

14

Have you ever been dishonorably discharged from the military?

15

Are you currently the subject of an ongoing Internal Affairs Investigation?

• Yes
• No

16

Have you used steroids within three (3) years of the date of this application without a physicians prescription?

• Yes
• No

17

Have you used any illegal controlled substances within three (3) years of the date of this application (with the exception of marijuana)?

• Yes
• No

18

Have you used marijuana or cannabis in any form within one (1) year of the date of this application?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Town of Davie