*AFSCME ONLY*

POSITION TITLE: CAMPUS SAFETY OFFICER

SALARY RANGE: $26.34 - $39.02 per hour

SALARY GRADE: Maximus Grade: 8

POSITION PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools and Middletown Board of Education; and reports directly and receives direction from the School Principal, this position administers a positive relationship between youth and school administrators/personnel. The position acts as a visible, active, enforcement officer in the school dealing with security matters inside and outside the school building.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (examples of): The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Maintains safety and security of school buildings, grounds and facilities. Patrols campus perimeter, lunch areas, hallways, classrooms, locker rooms, rest rooms, gates, parking lots and bus stops; maintain order and security of facility; escort students to the office for action as needed, report unusual activities or unauthorized persons. Assist visitors to facilities. Approaches visitors and suspicious or unauthorized individuals and determine reasons for being on school grounds; detain or report individuals suspected or guilty of illegal or prohibited activity according to established procedures. Enforce school rules, regulations and policies for the safety and security of students, staff, cars and property. Enforce appropriate restrictions and regulations. Observe students during periods between classes; prevent unauthorized departure from school premises. Maintains records of contacts and activities Reports incidents and observations to appropriate school or law enforcement authorities. Works cooperatively with law enforcement agencies on violations of school policies, local, state and federal laws. Observe and report student behavior to assure compliance with school rules; determine need for referrals according to guidelines. Operate a communication device as designed. Reports to administrator any building conditions or practices that interfere with security maintenance in the building or on the grounds. Acts as liaison between students. Attend staff and other meetings or in-services as assigned. Performs other related functions as assigned or required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Sciences or a related field with two years of progressively responsible security and/or education experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. Position requires a valid Connecticut Security Officer Identification Card from the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, which must be maintained through the course of employment. Position requires certification in CPR and First Aid and the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Candidate must possess or obtain within sixty (60) days of hire a valid Connecticut Driver’s License. (Copies of license and certifications must be attached to application).

LOCATION OF VACANCY: BOARD OF EDUCATION – Farm Hill Elementary School

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Monday – Friday) 35 hours per week with a 30 minute unpaid lunch (Follows School Year Calendar)

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Open to all eligible members of AFSCME Local 1467 who are employees of Middletown Public Schools who are interested in applying for a transfer or demotion, Departmental Promotion, or District-Wide Promotion must submit an application no later than the date established in this announcement. Applications will be given consideration according to the priorities established in the appropriate Union contract and/or the District’s Personnel Rules. The Union and the BOE agree that eligible members of Local 466 (City) will have the opportunity to apply to BOE positions within this bargaining unit before opening the vacancy up to the public. While the BOE agrees to provide an opportunity for transfer to City employees in Local 466, City employees in Local 466 will not receive preference for any bargaining unit position over Local 1467 employees, nor is the BOE obligated to hire any City employees from Local 466 for any Local 1467 position.

Please contact Human Resources should you have any concerns 860-638-1402; Talent@mpsct.org

CLOSING DATE: Completed Online Applications must be submitted on the portal no later than 4:00 p.m. August 19, 2026.

EXAMINATION: May include a rating of Written 100% or Oral 100% or Written 50% and Oral 50% for 100% or Training and Experience rating of 100% or Performance of 100%.

Middletown Public Schools provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Division prior to the application closing date or the testing date, whichever is applicable.

Campus Safety Officer - Farm Hill Elementary School