Retiring Jackson Co School Defender Initiative Deputy Joe Romans/Submitted photo
(KAIR)--Special recognition is given to an outgoing Jackson County Sheriff's Deputy who, for seven years, served the office, including in the role of School Defender Initiative Deputy.
According to a release from Jackson County Sheriff Tim Morse, a reception of commendation for retiring Deputy Joe Romans was held Tuesday, with the Sheriff saying the majority of Romans' time was "concentrated on the hardening and securing of Jackson County Schools," with the release saying Romans "trained students and staff on what actions to take in active shooter situations," having "attended the F.B.I.’s Security Building Assessment Program," which led to him performing "a detailed assessment of each school in Jackson County and studied every aspect of each school’s operation."
Romans, the release says, is also recognized for initiating "the first in the state school emergency bus driver training curriculum," providing "training for school bus drivers for emergency situations that may occur while transporting students."
Emergency radio communications enhancements were made to school facilities to improve emergency communications for first responders in the schools under Romans," while secure security control areas were established in the schools and School Crisis plans updated and modified to include the changes in policies and procedures.
Additionally, Morse says in the release, "Romans helped the Sheriff’s Office acquire an armored vehicle, numerous emergency generators and various other equipment through the federal government."
Romans, during Tuesday's reception, was presented by Morse with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Life Saving Award for his actions that saved the life of a suspect who was shot by law enforcement in August of 2020.
Morse, in the release called Romans "one of those employees that it will be nearly impossible to ever replace," saying Romans "has led a life of service and no matter where Joe Romans is, he will be serving.”
