School Security Officer N131-2627

ReNEW Schools; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Public Schools is seeking a School Safety Officer to maintain order and safety across campuses and to enforce district rules. The role requires daily collaboration with the principal and security director in a close working relationship to protect students and staff.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, pass the Physical Fitness Test, and possess knowledge of school security issues and safety needs.

Qualifications

• Must pass the state sanctioned standard Physical Fitness Test.
• Must have knowledge of issues related to school security.
• Must have knowledge of the safety and security needs of students, teachers and other school personnel.
• Prior Security experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure public safety involving the control, maintenance, and enforcement of rules and regulations governing the order and security of Hartford Public Schools; work is performed under the supervision of the school principal or assigned building administrator.

Skills

Public safety awareness

Knowledge of school security issues

Communication with staff

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

POSTING NUMBER:

N131-2627

POSTING DATE:

August 7, 2026

CLOSING DATE:

Until Filled

POSITION:

School Safety Officer

LOCATION:

Various

REPORTS TO:

School Principal AND Security Director

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Ensure public safety involving the control, maintenance, and enforcement of rules and regulations governing the order and security of the Hartford Public Schools. The position requires a close daily working relationship with other personnel. Work is performed under the supervision of the school principal or assigned building administrator.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must pass the state sanctioned standard Physical Fitness Test.
• Must have knowledge of issues related to school security.
• Must have knowledge of the safety and security needs of students, teachers and other school personnel.
• Prior Security experience preferred.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess State Security Certification

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

HFSSPO 2026-2027 schedule 20: $37,355.-.$44,130 schedule 21 $40,996 - $48,430.

UNION AFFILIATION:

Hartford Federation of School Special Police Officers, Local 1018D, AFT, AFL-CIO

Position Subject to Available Funding

An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer, M/F/V/D