Job Title: Deputy - School Resource OfficerDepartment: SheriffHiring Range: $23.47 - $27.98Purpose of the position:This position is responsible for performing specialized law enforcement work as a uniformed patrol deputy to protect lives, property and rights of citizens of the county.Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience:High School diploma or equivalent and completion of NC BLET Course; Must be 21 years of age.License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:Certification as a law enforcement officer in accordance with the North Carolina Sheriffs' Training and Standards Commission, BLET Certified. Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina.School Resource Officer specific duties:Handle all calls for service on the school grounds during school hours whether dispatched by the Sheriff's Office or by school officials. The SRO reserves the right, after consultation with Sheriff's Office supervisors, to request assistance from other officers and/or divisions from the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office, or officers from other law enforcement agencies as needed.Interact with students as often as possible by taking a high visibility role during such times as lunch, class changes, bus loading areas, student drop off and other student events.Complete and submit all reports and forms required by the Sheriff's Office and by the school in order to insure a successful operation of the SRO program.The School Resource Officer shall serve at all times as a role model to students by demonstrating appropriate attitudes, behavior, courtesy, and respect. The Officer must understand the importance of mentoring students and serving the students as well as the school administration.Essential Functions of the position:Patrol assigned area of the County; inspect troublesome areas and check security of business establishments; answer complaint calls and assist in investigating crimes and disturbances; interview witnesses; gather evidence; interrogate suspects and makes arrests; prepare investigation reports.Locate designated parties to serve legal papers such as summons, warrants, capiases, commitment papers, and special court orders; make arrests when necessary.Appear in court as a witness to give testimony.Cooperate with law enforcement officers of other governmental units in making investigations and arrest.Assist with community outreach.Perform other related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and proceduresKnowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to law enforcement workKnowledge of the locations of streets, roads, highways and the geography and socioeconomic characteristics of the countyKnowledge of the content and purpose of legal papers and the practices involved in serving themSome knowledge of the standard practices, materials, techniques, and equipment associated with the Patrol DivisionSkill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipmentAbility to exercise sound judgment in emergency and routine situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of actionAbility to apply interpretation of laws to specific situationsAbility to prepare clear and concise reportsAbility to present court testimony effectivelyAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.In order to uphold internal pay parity and equity, salaries are non-negotiable for new and current Buncombe County employees. All new employees are paid according to their years of relevant education and experience above minimum requirements for the position and employees have the opportunity to obtain pay increases via cost of living increases and promotions.Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. In addition, Buncombe County expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.Applicants for employment are invited to participate in the affirmative action program by reporting their status as a protected veteran or other minority. In extending this invitation, we advise you that: (a) workers (applicants) are under no obligation to respond but may do so in the future if they choose; (b) responses will remain confidential within the human resource department; and (c) responses will be used only for the necessary information to include in our affirmative action program. We are a company that values diversity. We actively encourage women, minorities, veterans and disabled employees to apply. Refusal to provide this information will have no bearing on your application and will not subject you to any adverse treatment.