School Resource Officer

The Camden County Sheriff's Office is hiring for the position of School Resource Officer for the Climax Springs R-IV School District. The Camden County Sheriff's Office is a full-service law enforcement agency located at the heart of the Lake of the Ozarks in Central Missouri. We pride ourselves on providing 24-hour police response to more than 45,000 permanent residents and millions of visitors every year. The minimum qualifications for this position will be as follows: Position Overview The School Resource Officer (SRO) fulfills a vital "triad role" acting as a law enforcement officer, law-related educator, and informal counselor. Operating out of the Climax Springs PK-12 campus, the selected deputy will work collaboratively with school administrators to maintain a secure learning environment, build trust with the student body, and handle campus security assessments.

Compensation & Differentials Starting Salary:

$23.74 per hour

Experience Credit:

Lateral compensation consideration is given after one year of employment .

Shift Differential:

A $1.50 per hour night shift differential applies when applicable.

Additional Earnings:

Overtime opportunities are available. Comprehensive Benefits Package Camden County provides an excellent, comprehensive, and competitive benefits package, including:

Insurance:

Affordable health and life insurance options, plus dedicated dental and vision coverage.

Paid Time Off:

Competitive allocations of vacation time and personal time.

Holidays:

Paid holidays.

Retirement Plans:

Enrollment in LAGERS (Level 8) and CERF programs, with available 457b matching options.

Equipment:

Agency-provided uniforms and specialized equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Campus Security:

Maintain a highly visible, uniform patrol footprint across all district property to deter criminal activity, trespassers, and safety hazards.

Emergency Management:

Partner with school administration to review, update, and practice crisis plans, active-threat response protocols, and emergency drills.

Law Enforcement:

Investigate crimes committed on campus, write police reports, handle calls for service, and execute legal duties according to Missouri law and agency policy.

Student Education:

Present safety-focused educational materials in classroom settings, covering topics such as drug awareness, cyber-safety, and the justice system.

Mentorship & Community:

Serve as a positive role model to students, fostering strong relationships built on mutual respect and helping guide at-risk youth away from the juvenile justice system.

Minimum Qualifications Certification:

Must be Missouri P.O.S.T. certified and in good standing.

Citizenship & Age:

Must be a United States citizen and at least 21 years of age.

Background Check:

Must possess a clean criminal history with no felony convictions and no misdemeanor convictions within the last 5 years.

Driving Record:

Must hold a valid driver's license with no serious traffic violations in the last 3 years.

Military Service:

If applicable, must provide a DD214 documenting an Honorable Discharge.

Core Skills:

Ability to communicate compassionately and effectively with children, teenagers, staff, and parents. How to Apply Interested applicants must submit a formal application through the online portal on the Camden County Sheriff's Office Employment Page. For inquiries regarding the background check or hiring process, please contact the Lieutenant David Henderson directly at (573) 346-2243 x 1252 .

https:

//www.camdencountymosheriff.org/employment d.henderson@camdenmoso.gov

Pay:

From $23.74 per hour

Benefits:

457(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person