Substitute Armed School Security Officer

NEWTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
October 2026

The Newtown Public School District is committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a highly
qualified, diverse, and passionate workforce dedicated to student success. We welcome your interest
in joining us and look forward to meeting you!

Position: SubstituteArmed School Security Officer

Location: All schools and all shifts, as needed

Starting Date: Immediate

Salary/Benefits: $27.69/hour. There are no fringe benefits associated with this substitute

position.

Qualifications:
 Must be a retired CT law enforcement officer/retired in good standing;

 Flexible schedule to accept assignments with minimal notice at times;

 Strong verbal communication skills;

 Self-motivated team player; and

 Good physical condition to maintain an active presence**.**

Responsibilities:
 Provide security for the building and grounds of Newtown Public Schools;

 Process visitors, provide walking patrol covering the hallways and other

areas of the school and campus;

 Report and aid in the investigation of vandalism, theft, and other incidents

occurring on school property;

 Willing and able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions;

 Flexible schedule-available to accept assignments (at times, with minimal

advanced notice);

 Consult with administrators on a continuing basis; and

 Carry out all facets of the position consistently and enthusiastically,

including visitor management and video surveillance.

Application: Please apply online through the following link:

https://www.applitrack.com/newtown/onlineapp

PLEASE NOTE: THREE (3) CURRENT REFERENCE LETTERS MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH THE
APPLICATION

The Newtown Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all

qualified persons. The Newtown Public School District does not discriminate in any employment practice,

education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry,

alienage, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic

information, veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut

state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.