Minimum of fifteen years prior law enforcement experience as a sworn member of a local organized police department.
Must have either retired or been separated in good standing for his/her local law enforcement department or the Connecticut State Police as required by CT General Statute 10-244a.
Must not have been found to be unqualified for reasons relating to mental health by a qualified medical professional while serving in his/her capacity as a law enforcement officer or separating from service as a sworn law enforcement officer.
Must hold and maintain a valid operator's license with no significant traffic violations.
Must successfully complete annual training requirements pursuant to the POST and must successfully complete an annual firearms certification provided by a local police department or a certified firearms instructor that meets or exceeds the POST standards.
Must either currently have or be able to maintain CPR and First Aid certification throughout their employment.
Must meet all requirements for an armed school security guard as required by Connecticut law, which may be amended from time to time, and must meet all requirements of a qualified retired law enforcement officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 926C, as amended from time to time.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
The School Security Officer will support the school administration and staff in providing for a safe and secure learning environment.
The School Security Officer will be a visible presence during school hours and active in the daily security and safety of the school. They will be responsible for safeguarding and protecting students, staff, and visitors to Watertown Public Schools, as well as protecting school property.
Engage in the detection and or prevention of any unauthorized activity on or around school property, including, but not limited to unlawful entry into the school facility, vandalism, trespass, and abuse.
Monitor access of buildings and grounds while making routine/unscheduled checks of all exterior doors to prevent any entry of unauthorized persons. Patrol hallways at unscheduled times to monitor for inappropriate student behavior.
Monitor parking areas during arrival, dismissal, and throughout the school day.
Meet and greet all students, parents and staff respectfully and courteously.
Quickly respond to situations that may jeopardize the safety and welfare of any student, staff or visitor in accordance with all applicable Connecticut or federal laws and Board policy.
If required to protect students, staff, and visitors, be prepared to use physical force in accordance with all applicable Connecticut or federal laws and Board policy.
Assist administration or staff with locating missing/unaccounted for students.
Identify and report any hazardous conditions to administration or appropriate staff.
In accordance with proper training, assist the school nurse or staff with medical emergencies.
As requested, assist the administration with the development and implementation of any security and safety recommendations.
Act as a liaison with local emergency responders during any school emergency or high-risk situation, as directed by the school administrator.
At all times, while on school property, wear a uniform approved by the school administration and Board that clearly identifies you as school security and allows for sufficient carrying of the firearm.
Perform all legal duties requested of you by the Superintendent and school administration.
Perform any other tasks as requested by the Superintendent or designee.
Terms of Employment
$195 per diem as needed to cover various schools
Additional Duties
As Needed by Building Administrator
All application materials must be submitted online, through Applitrack; should you have any difficulty in submitting your online application please contact (860) 945-4813.
District reserves the right to close the posting if a suitable candidate is found prior to the external closing date.