Job description

EAST HAMPTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

1 Community Drive, Suite 1

East Hampton, CT 06424

Telephone: (860) 365-4000

Fax: (860) 365-4004

NOTICE OF VACANCY

Posting Date: October 26, 2022

POSITION: East Hampton Public Schools Armed Security Officers (3)

LOCATION OF ASSIGNMENT: East Hampton Memorial School (Grades PK-3), East Hampton Center School (Grades 4-5), East Hampton Middle School (Grades 6-8)

ANTICIPATED STARTING DATE: January 2023

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The successful candidate’s skillset will be anchored by the ability to establish positive relationships with students and maintaining a positive school culture. Interested candidates should possess strong communication skills with students, staff, and community members. This position requires certification in CPR, First Aid, and PMT Training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative;

· Must have at least fifteen years prior experience as a sworn law enforcement officer with an organized local police department or the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, and provide positive references from each prior employer for which they served in a law enforcement capacity;

· Must have been certified by the Police Officer Standards and Training Council while serving as a sworn law enforcement officer, and must have retired or separated in good standing from an organized local police department or the Division of State Police as required by Connecticut General Statutes §10-244a;

· Consistent with the law, must not have been officially found to be unqualified for reasons relating to mental health by a qualified medical professional while servicing as a sworn law enforcement officer or separating from service as a sworn law enforcement officer;

· If the candidate has prior service with the military, the candidate must have received an honorable discharge;

· Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license with no significant traffic infractions and the ability to provide his/her own transportation;

· Must successfully complete annual training pursuant to the Police Officer Standards and Training Council requirements and must successfully complete an annual firearms training provided by the East Hampton Police Department or a certified firearms instructor that meets or exceeds the standards of the Police Officer Standards and Training Councils, as well as any other training required by law or Board policy;

· Must keep all security certification and training requirements current, including but not limited to, permits, certifications and/or licenses to carry and use firearms or other weapons, on school property;

· Must participate in and pass a full background investigation and/or mental health screening which may be required by the Board or by state or federal law;

· An individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. An individual may be required to submit to fitness for duty examinations at least annually, or as may be necessary, in accordance with the law in order to determine his/her ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

· Submit to a periodic psychological examination with a professional in the school and/or community deemed appropriate by the Superintendent of Schools.

· Must meet all requirements for an armed school security officer pursuant to Connecticut Law, as amended from time to time, and/or must meet all requirements of a qualified retired law enforcement officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §926C, as amended from time to time.

EXPECTATIONS & DUTIES:

· Immediately and without hesitation, act to intervene in any incident of extreme violence on school grounds up to and including an “active shooter” in order to prevent the loss of life of students and staff.

· Engage in the detection and/or prevention of any unauthorized activity on or around school grounds, including, but not limited to, the unlawful intrusion or entry on school property from imminent life threatening dangers;

· Monitor access of building and grounds (when applicable), make routine checks of exterior doors to ensure they are closed and locked, at appropriate times, and take steps to deter or prevent entry by unauthorized persons on school property.

· Respond to situations which may jeopardize the welfare of students or staff in accordance with all applicable federal and/or Connecticut laws and Board policy and notify/coordinate with law enforcement when appropriate;

· Abide by all Board Policies and Regulations;

· Monitor parking lots during arrival and at dismissal from school;

· Identify and report any hazardous conditions to school administrators or other appropriate staff members;

· When applicable, and within the training and expertise of the ASO, assist school nurse and administrators with medical emergencies;

· As requested by the administration, assist in the development and implementation of plans and strategies to prevent and/or to minimize dangerous situations on school grounds.

· Act as liaison and make notification to appropriate public safety or EMS first responders in routine, emergency, or high risk situations as directed by the administration;

· Participate in professional development and training deemed necessary by the school administration including mental health issues and social-emotional learning in students;

· Store firearm, ammunition, equipment, or other weapons, safely and in accordance with all applicable Board policy and federal and/or Connecticut laws;

· Meet and greet students, staff, and public respectfully and courteously;

· Identify and address unauthorized persons who pose imminent life threatening danger and take appropriate action with respect to such persons, if necessary;

· Carry any legally prescribed identification card at all times while on school property;

· Call police/law enforcement officials for assistance as needed;

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools and/or the building administration.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please apply on-line at http://www.applitrack.com/easthampton/onlineapp/

Only completed applications with required documentation submitted will be considered.

To obtain further information contact:

Paul K. Smith, Superintendent of Schools
East Hampton Public Schools

1 Community Drive, Suite 1

East Hampton, CT 06424

(860) 365-40000

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:

Open Until Filled

Nondiscrimination Statement of the East Hampton Public Schools:

The East Hampton Board of Education, in compliance with federal and state law, affirms its policy of equal educational opportunity for all students and equal employment opportunity for all persons. It is the policy of the District to promote nondiscrimination and an environment free of harassment regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, ancestry, disability (including but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability, or learning disability), genetic information, marital status, or age or because of the race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, or age of any persons with whom the individual associates. The District shall provide to all students without discrimination, course offerings, counseling, assistance, employment, athletics, and extracurricular activities. The District shall provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The District shall make reasonable accommodations for identified physical and mental impairments that constitute disabilities, consistent with federal and state statutes and regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Experience level:

• 11+ years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Law enforcement: 10 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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