The Mount Hope Police Department is accepting applications for a full-time School Resource Officer/ Police Officer

Salary Range $52,000-$58.000

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The School Resource Officer (SRO) is a sworn law enforcement officer responsible for the provision of all policing services within the Hope Learning Center, a student-centered approach to family care, welfare, safety, and security focusing on  developing productive members of society utilizing their unique abilities.  A primary role of the SRO is to promote positive relationships between students, school staff, and other law enforcement, while supporting and enforcing student behavior as well as developing security protocols and policies and conducting staff training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain a visible, proactive law enforcement and mentorship presence on the campus
• Build relationships with the students, staff, and other community partners
• Respond to incidents involving threats, violence, or other emergencies in accordance with school and law enforcement 
• protocols
• Collaborate with school administration on emergency preparedness, safety plans, drills and crisis response strategies
• Investigate and enforce local, state, and federal laws on school property or in accordance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• At least 21 years of age, with a valid GED/HS diploma, and valid drivers license
• Must pass a comprehensive background check, medical screening, and psychological examination
• No felony or disqualifying misdemeanor convictions, or Brady-Giglio declarations
• Experienced in and able to function successfully in cross-cultural settings
• KSCPOST certification preferred (or state of reciprocity)

BENEFITS

• Vehicle issued
• Uniforms and equipment provided
• 100% health insurance coverage for employee, 85% coverage for family
• KPERS retirement
• Partial fuel reimbursement stipend
• Majority of weekends off 

OTHER

Though assigned and employed to the Hope Learning Center in a unique partnership between Maize USD 266 and the City of Mount Hope, this position reports to the Chief of Police, and is subject to the personnel policies of the City.  During times of school closure, the SRO assumes typical patrol shifts and assignments.  The successful candidate will have completed the 40 hour School Resource Officer training course/certification, or be willing to attend same.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications can be obtained at:

City of Mount Hope
112 W. Main St.
Mount Hope, KS  67108
(316)-661-2211

leslie@mounthopecity.com

Closing Date:  December 15, 2026