What is a school resource deputy?

The school resource deputy (SRD) is a carefully selected, specifically trained, and properly equipped full-time law enforcement deputy with sworn law enforcement authority, trained in school-based law enforcement and crisis response, assigned by the employing law enforcement agency to work in the school using community-oriented policing concepts.

The responsibilities of SRD's are similar to regular deputies in that they have the ability to make arrests, respond to calls for service, and document incidents that occur within their jurisdiction. 

While an SRD's primary responsibility is law enforcement, whenever possible, SRD's strive to employ non-punitive techniques when interacting with students.

Law Enforcer

• Promotes safety in or around the school by addressing crime and fear of crime.
• Serves as a liaison between the school and outside agencies.

Informal Counselor

• Builds relationships
• Reinforces positive behaviors
• Connects youth with needed services

Educator

• Teaches topics related to law enforcement
• Collaborates with stakeholder groups

Emergency Manager

• Develops and implements comprehensive safety plans or strategies, in coordination with school administrators and local first responders.

Meet our team: (left to right) 

SRD Michael Lewis, SRD David Ochoa, and SRD Daniel Lutz