School Resource Officer – Marietta RYDC, GA

About the role

The State of Georgia is seeking a School Resource Officer to provide law‑enforcement support and maintain safety within the Marietta RYDC detention‑facility educational setting. Working under supervision, you will ensure secure environments for youth while collaborating with education and probation staff.

Key responsibilities

• Perform all law‑enforcement duties in a professional manner consistent with agency procedures.
• Provide security clearance for each student entering and exiting secure areas, including bathroom, class, and lunch breaks.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs of classrooms, hallways, and offices to monitor safety.
• Address disruptive behavior, dress code violations, tardiness, and absenteeism.
• Facilitate safety drills as required by the Georgia Preparatory Academy.
• Inspect areas for contraband or safety breaches after each movement period.
• Monitor security equipment and camera systems, reporting issues immediately.
• Participate in meetings with supervisors, education staff, and support staff to increase student involvement.
• Assist in planning weekly student success meetings and monthly parent meetings.
• Lead group discussions on law‑enforcement topics as requested.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Successful completion of Georgia POST Basic Mandate Law Enforcement Training.
• Current GAPOST professional profile with attached PBLE number.
• Preferred: undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Sociology, or related field.
• Preferred: one+ year experience as a School Resource Officer.
• Preferred: three+ years experience as a Peace Officer with valid Georgia POST certification.

Required skills

• Operation of security camera and monitoring equipment.
• Conducting security clearance procedures for individuals.

What we offer

• Competitive annual salary of $58,488.
• Robust benefits package designed for every career stage.
• Opportunity to impact the lives of over 10 million Georgia citizens.