NEWTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
May 27, 2026
The Newtown Public School District values the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to our students
and community. We are committed to recruiting, supporting, mentoring, coaching and retaining a
highly motivated, dedicated, and enthusiastic staff. We welcome your interest in joining us and look
forward to meeting you!
Position: Armed School Security Officers – THREE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Locations: Head O’Meadow Elementary School (grade K-4), Reed Intermediate School
(grades 5&6), and Newtown High School (grades 9-12)
Starting Date: August 27, 2026
Shift Hours: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shift (7:00 am-3:00 pm or 8:00 am-4:00 pm), (With the
ability to provide coverage for shifts with short notice and work over-time
evenings, weekends, and holidays from time to time)
Salary Range: In accordance with the School Security Officers Contract $27.69/hour, with an
excellent benefits package
Qualifications:
Must be a retired CT law enforcement officer/retired in good standing or
meet the qualifications as defined under LEOSA
Ability to work well with students and parents at all levels;
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;
Available to work weekends for special school-sanctioned events both on
and off-campus;
Consult with administrators on a continuing basis; and
Carry out all facets of the job description consistently and enthusiastically,
including visitor management and video surveillance.
Application: Interested candidates are invited to apply on line through the following link by
June 10, 2026:
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.
