School Security Officer (Per Diem)

School Security Officer (Per Diem) JobID: 2326 Position Type: School Safety/Security OfficerDate Posted: 9/29/2026Location: Districtwide Additional Information: Show/HideRidgefield Public Schools has a vacancy for a per diem School Security Officer. Candidates must be a current or retired law enforcement officer with a minimum of 10 years of experience.Qualifications: Must have excellent integrity and good moral character and initiative;Must be (1) a current sworn member of an organized local police department or the CT. State Police (2) a retired, sworn police officer from an organized local police department or the CT. State Police, (3) a retired, sworn federal law enforcement agent and /or a sworn officer of an organized police department in another state who was certified under standards that meet or exceed the standards of the Police Officer Standards and Training Council for certification in this state and who retired or separated in good standing from such department;Minimum of 10 years prior law enforcement experience and provide positive references from each prior employer served in a law enforcement capacity;If the candidate has prior service with the military, must supply proof of an honorable discharge;Must not have been officially found to be unqualified for reasons relating to mental health by a qualified medical professional while serving as a sworn law enforcement officer or separating from service as a sworn law enforcement officer;Must participate in and pass a full background investigation required by the Board or by State or Federal law;Required to maintain all certifications and training as mandated by CT General Statutes and Ridgefield School District. Including but not limited to certifications in CPR & AED;High school diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's degree preferred;Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license;Ridgefield, CT. 06877 - Reliably commute to assigned work site. Position Summary: Under the direction of the Director of School Safety and Security, the SSO will support administration and staff in promoting a safe, secure and positive educational environment. The SSO will carry out new and existing district and school procedures and programs related to school security and safety functions. Must be available for voluntary and forced overtime assignments as needed.Salary: $32.00 per hourResponsibilities:Patrol and monitor interior and exterior of buildings to ensure the safety and well-being of students, staff and visitors and to ensure the security of the facilityEstablish a visible and professional presence in school facilities and grounds to deter incidents and to detect situations requiring assistanceIdentify and understand student behavioral issues through comprehensive training and use appropriate techniques to resolve issuesProvide assistance to visitors and direct or escort them as neededPrevent unauthorized access to school property and buildings by providing a visible presence, ensuring access control measures are enforced, and providing diligent patrols of school property and facilitiesIdentify suspicious or unauthorized individuals to determine reasons for being on school property. Guide, escort or control individuals suspected of illegal or prohibited activityRespond to calls for assistance and emergency situations including but not limited to disruptive and or disorderly incidents, medical emergencies and fires in an attempt to protect life and property and restore and maintain orderUse de-escalation and behavioral management techniques to attempt to resolve issuesEncourage and ensure that all staff and visitors are displaying proper identification badges at all timesAssist staff and first responders in handling emergency or disruptive situationsWork closely with School Resource Officer and school staff to promote student responsibility for behavior and attitude by serving as a role model and providing positive interactions with studentsInvestigate and document incidents and accidentsAssist building administrators and central office staff with planning and carrying out required monthly crisis drillsOperate and monitor building CCTV systems to identify possible issues and investigate incidentsReport to building administrator or supervisor any condition or practices that interferes with the safety of students, staff or visitorsProvide traffic direction and control as requiredAttend training and meetings as requiredTake daily direction from school building administratorsTravel between sites for routine or emergency purposesBe available for voluntarily and forced overtime assignments as neededReport suspected physical, mental and/or substance abuse to proper authorities immediatelyMaintain the strictest confidence concerning personnel, students and operational concerns of the districtPromote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationReport all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and proper school authorityServe as a role model for students and staffInteract in a positive manner with staff, students and parentsRespond to questions and requests in an appropriate and timely mannerPerform other duties as assigned by the Director of School Safety and Security and/or Building PrincipalMinimum Qualifications:Ten years of successful experience in a law enforcement agencyCoursework in criminal justice or in a related field preferredAbility to maintain flexible working hoursSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Ridgefield Board of Education may find appropriateSupervision Received: Reports to Director of School Safety and Security