School Resource Officer (SRO)
A program built together with our community
The Oregon School District has maintained a partnership with the Oregon Police Department for SRO services for over two decades. The SRO agreement was created after significant engagement with our school community. We are currently in the process of negotiating a new agreement with the Village of Oregon. You can find the most recent proposals below.
In the interim, we will have a School Security Officer, who will be in our schools full-time starting September 1, 2026.
OSD Security Officer
We are pleased to welcome Jeff Wissink as our School Security Officer. With 28 years of law enforcement experience and an extensive background in investigations, security, training, and peer support, Jeff brings a wealth of knowledge to our school community. Jeff will be with us full-time and is dedicated to the objectives outlined in our SRO Program.
Experience & Education

Jeff earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. He spent 28 years in law enforcement with the Fitchburg Police Department, serving as both a Police Officer and Detective.
Throughout his career, Jeff worked in patrol and criminal investigations and gained experience responding to complex and high-risk situations, conducting dignitary protection, and assisting with the training and development of fellow officers.
Following his law enforcement career, Jeff continued his work in the safety and security field as a Private Investigator and Security/Executive Protection professional with Butler Investigations.
A People-Centered Approach to Safety
Jeff’s experience extends beyond traditional law enforcement and security. He is also an instructor for the State of Wisconsin Department of Justice for peer support and peer support mental health courses for first responders.
This work reflects an important part of Jeff’s approach to school safety: strong relationships, communication, preparedness, and care for the people within the community are all essential to creating a safe environment.
Supporting Our Schools
As School Security Officer, Jeff will work alongside school administrators and staff to help maintain safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environments for every student. His role includes being a visible and approachable presence in our schools, supporting safety and preparedness efforts, and building positive relationships throughout the school community.
SRO Program Information
Goals of our SRO Program
The following goals were set forth following significant community engagement:
- Providing safe learning environments in our schools;
- Providing valuable resources to school staff members;
- Fostering positive relationships with youth;
- Developing strategies to resolve problems affecting youth; and
- Protecting all students so that they can reach their fullest potential.
The SRO has three main roles:
- Educator - as an educator, the SRO may work with students to positively influence student behavior and to mitigate more serious behaviors.
- Informal Counselor/Mentor - the SRO may address school violations in an effort to positively impact student behavior and character and may refer students to school personnel as necessary.
- Law Enforcement Officer - the SRO may engage in law enforcement activities in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
2024-2026 SRO Agreement
Our SRO Agreement is a collaboration between The Village of Oregon, the Oregon School District, and OSD families & community members. This agreement was created after significant engagement with our school community. This agreement ends on August 31, 2026.
SRO Agreement Proprosals
The Oregon School District and Village of Oregon are in the process of negotiating a future SRO agreement. Below are the most recent drafts shared by each party.
Oregon School District Proposed Agreement
Village of Oregon Proposed Agreement
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the next step in the process?
- What is the role of the School Security Officer?
- What is the cost of an SRO compared to a School Security Officer?
