School Resource Officer – Muscogee YDC (Midland, GA)

About the role

The Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a School Resource Officer to provide a safe and secure environment for youth at the Muscogee Youth Detention Center in Midland, GA. Working under supervision, you will perform a full range of law‑enforcement duties within an educational detention setting.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain security and order by performing all law‑enforcement duties in a professional manner.
• Provide security clearance for each student entering and leaving 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.
• Monitor security equipment and camera systems, reporting issues immediately.
• Collaborate with supervisors, education staff, and support staff to increase student involvement.
• Assist in planning weekly student success meetings and monthly parent meetings.
• Facilitate 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 a valid PBLE number.
• Preference for an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Sociology, or a related field.
• One or more years of experience as a School Resource Officer (preferred).
• Three years of experience as a Peace Officer with current certification from the Georgia POST Council.
• Two or more years of supervisory experience (preferred).

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary of $58,488 annually.
• Robust benefits package designed for every career stage.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Georgia’s youth.