ARMED SECURITY OFFICER

NWR7; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Regional Schools is seeking a part-time armed security officer to support safety and security during afternoons and evenings at Northwestern Regional Schools.

Position requires a CT pistol permit, HR 218 qualification, and graduate from POST or a state police academy. Ten-month year, ~20 hours per week; pay is $30/hour. Training and uniform provisions apply; weekend/evening coverage may be needed.

Qualifications

• Retired law enforcement officer with 10–15 years of service or more.
• Current State of Connecticut Pistol Permit and HR 218 qualification required.
• Must possess a CT Driver's License.
• Graduate of an approved Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) or State Police Academy.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security during after-school and evening events (approx. 20 hours/week).
• Wear Northwest Region 7 attire and carry personal firearm approved under HR 218.
• Coordinate with district security and respond to security incidents as needed.
• Attend mandatory training sessions as required by the district.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Armed security experience

Education

POST/State Police Academy graduate

Tools

CT Pistol Permit

HR 218 qualification

Connecticut Driver's License

Job description

Regional School District No. 7

Serving Barkhamsted, Colebrook, New Hartford, and Norfolk

Position: Safety / Security Position

Job Title: Armed Security Officer (Part-Time)

Job: Northwestern Regional Schools

Beginning: August 27, 2026

Deadline: Open until filled **

Job Description: Northwestern Regional Schools is seeking a part-time, armed school security officer for afternoons and evenings. This position would be responsible for supporting school safety and security in the hours after our Full-Time, School Resource Officer is no longer at the school. Hours may vary from week to week based on after-school and evening events, i.e. 3 pm - 7 pm, 4 pm - 8 pm, 5 pm - 9 pm, etc. Weekly hours would average 20. A biweekly schedule would be provided in advance, based on the district's needs. This position pays $30/hour.

QUALIFICATIONS: Retired members of an organized local, state, or federal government agency, as a law enforcement officer, defined by section 53a-3 of the general statute, 13 USC 926C - Carrying of concealed firearms by qualified retired law enforcement officers pursuant to the standards of the Connecticut Public Act. 13‑188. A local, state, or federal law enforcement officer for an aggregate of 10-15 years or more, and separated from such service in good standing.

ARMED SCHOOL SECURITY OFFICERS SHALL POSSESS: Current State of Connecticut Pistol Permit. HR 218 yearly verified qualification.

Current State of Connecticut Driver's License.

Armed School Security Officers will be in an identifiable Northwest Region 7 attire, carry his/her personal firearm approved under HR 218, and possess appropriate security equipment as necessary.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS: A letter or certificate stating that the candidate is a graduate of an approved Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) and/or State Police Academy.

A letter of recommendation from the candidate's previous Police Chief indicating that he/she served as a local, state, or federal law enforcement officer for an aggregate of 10 - 15 years or more and separated from such service in good standing. Approved candidates must be available for State‑mandated 550 training over the summer, as this will be a mandatory requirement.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten-month work year, Average ~20 hours per week, subject to fluctuations based on weekly needs. The rate of pay will be $30 per hour. This position is offered as part‑time, at‑will employment. Individuals in this role are not eligible for District benefits.

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