Unarmed School Security Officer – Protecting Students

Westport-Public-Schools; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Westport Public Schools is seeking a School Security Guard at Staples High School. The role provides security for staff and students, monitors access at the main entrance, and supports internal threat awareness. The position is unarmed and requires coordination with local police and district security leadership.

The role involves patrolling facilities, preventing unauthorized entry, and reporting security issues. 8.5-hour workdays with a half-hour for lunch; starting as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Highly dependable with excellent interpersonal skills and good judgment.
• Prior law enforcement experience preferred.
• See below for more details.

Responsibilities

• Provides security for staff, students, and property, controlling entry to Staples High School.
• Patrols building and perimeter as assigned; supports internal threat assessments.
• Coordinate with police and other agencies to ensure safety and security.
• Maintain documentation and assist in security-related reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Good judgment

Dependable

Law enforcement experience

Job description

Westport Public Schools is seeking a School Security Guard at Staples High School. The role provides security for staff and students, monitors access at the main entrance, and supports internal threat awareness. The position is unarmed and requires coordination with local police and district security leadership.

The role involves patrolling facilities, preventing unauthorized entry, and reporting security issues. 8.5-hour workdays with a half-hour for lunch; starting as soon as possible.