What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civilian Court Security position at Alachua County Sheriff's Office (FL)?
JOB
Highly responsible position assisting Court Security Deputies in maintaining security and decorum in the various courts of the Alachua County judicial system. Will be required to collect DNA and Fingerprint submission in various court events.Responsible for assisting the operation of security posts at the main and staff/services entrances and judicial suites, and for monitoring the security equipment located in the control room. Will respond to medical emergencies within the courthouses and assist with emergency evacuations of the building. This position shall not have direct supervision over persons in custodyWork is performed under the direct supervision of the Court Security Sergeant. Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, appropriate employee performance appraisals, and oral/written reports.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Assist with providing security for judges, attorneys, witnesses, court employees, and the general publicAssist in opening Circuit Court, County Court, and other judicial proceedings as requiredAssist Court Security Deputies in order to conduct efficient day-to-day operations of the courtroom and other judicial functionsAssist in calling witnesses in courtRespond to medical emergencies or other occurrences which arise within the courthouseAssist with miscellaneous duties assigned by the judgeAssist with any additional duties required by the Sheriff or through situational necessityAssist with emergency evacuation of the courthouseNotify rescue or other appropriate authority and provide emergency assistance in disaster or other emergency situationsMaintain an alert and business-like manner within the courthouseObserve all persons who arouse suspicion and notify a Court Security Deputy of any person whose appearance, conduct, or presence seems suspiciousWrite reports as directed in departmental proceduresCollect DNA and fingerprint samples for FDLE submission*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job functions or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent to the position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Ability to act effectively in extremely divergent interpersonal settingsAbility to analyze problems quickly and take appropriate action under stressAbility to apply common sense and procedures to solve practical problemsAbility to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; to comprehend and follow ordersAbility to obtain relevant and accurate information through interview and observationAbility to cope with situations courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of othersAbility to maintain the physical condition needed to lift and carry both equipment and injured persons, climb flights of stairs, walk, stand, and perform lifesaving procedures such as Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support.Ability to maintain the mental alertness needed to observe activities and implement appropriate action.Ability to maintain emotional and psychological stabilityAbility to remember names, faces, and other details of incidents and physical surroundingsAbility to use a computer with minimal instructions
Highly responsible position assisting Court Security Deputies in maintaining security and decorum in the various courts of the Alachua County judicial system. Will be required to collect DNA and Fingerprint submission in various court events.Responsible for assisting the operation of security posts at the main and staff/services entrances and judicial suites, and for monitoring the security equipment located in the control room. Will respond to medical emergencies within the courthouses and assist with emergency evacuations of the building. This position shall not have direct supervision over persons in custodyWork is performed under the direct supervision of the Court Security Sergeant. Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, appropriate employee performance appraisals, and oral/written reports.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Assist with providing security for judges, attorneys, witnesses, court employees, and the general publicAssist in opening Circuit Court, County Court, and other judicial proceedings as requiredAssist Court Security Deputies in order to conduct efficient day-to-day operations of the courtroom and other judicial functionsAssist in calling witnesses in courtRespond to medical emergencies or other occurrences which arise within the courthouseAssist with miscellaneous duties assigned by the judgeAssist with any additional duties required by the Sheriff or through situational necessityAssist with emergency evacuation of the courthouseNotify rescue or other appropriate authority and provide emergency assistance in disaster or other emergency situationsMaintain an alert and business-like manner within the courthouseObserve all persons who arouse suspicion and notify a Court Security Deputy of any person whose appearance, conduct, or presence seems suspiciousWrite reports as directed in departmental proceduresCollect DNA and fingerprint samples for FDLE submission*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job functions or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent to the position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Ability to act effectively in extremely divergent interpersonal settingsAbility to analyze problems quickly and take appropriate action under stressAbility to apply common sense and procedures to solve practical problemsAbility to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; to comprehend and follow ordersAbility to obtain relevant and accurate information through interview and observationAbility to cope with situations courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of othersAbility to maintain the physical condition needed to lift and carry both equipment and injured persons, climb flights of stairs, walk, stand, and perform lifesaving procedures such as Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support.Ability to maintain the mental alertness needed to observe activities and implement appropriate action.Ability to maintain emotional and psychological stabilityAbility to remember names, faces, and other details of incidents and physical surroundingsAbility to use a computer with minimal instructions
