JUDICIAL / COURT CERTIFIED SECURITY OFFICER

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

COURT CERTIFIED SECURITY OFFICER

Arizona Superior Court in Cochise County

$37,550 annually plus a competitive benefits package

Recruitment is Open until Filled

(Applicants who applied for this position in the past twelve months

do not need to reapply. This recruitment will establish a certification list in anticipation of future openings county-wide.)

Essential Functions

(Illustrative Only) Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in evaluating and implementing safety, security, and evacuation plans and procedures within court facilities. Assists in patrolling courthouse facilities; maintains order and enforces laws; taking subjects into custody; assists in protection of life and property in and around courthouse facilities; screens all persons, bags, briefcases, packages, containers, etc., entering courthouse facilities; maintains chain of custody concerning confiscated weapons or contraband entering courthouse; recommends and implements corrective actions to improve courthouse security facilities. Conducts bailiff duties in a courtroom. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a minimum of 21 years old; possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. Applicants must submit to urinalysis testing; a criminal history check and fingerprinting. The candidate chosen for this position must successfully complete a psychological evaluation, and the Court Security Officer Academy. Must maintain a valid Arizona's driver's license.

PREFERENCE: Will be given to individuals with previous law enforcement or detention experience and bilingual (English/Spanish) skills.

WORK HOURS: Position may include varying hours and workdays, depending upon need which could include weekends and evenings. The duty station is considered Bisbee and work assignments may include any court facility within Cochise County.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of:

• court procedures;
• proper two-way radio communication;
• legal terminology;
• modern office procedures;
• business English, spelling and grammar.
  
  

Working Skill In

• the operation of office equipment;
• the operation of word processing system;
• the operation of radio communication equipment.
  
  

Ability To

• prepare clear and comprehensive reports;
• protect the public and enforce courthouse rules with due regard for the rights and safety of individuals, the preservation of courthouse property, and the maintenance of good community and interpersonal relationships in compliance with established laws, policies, procedures and regulations;
• react quickly and calmly in emergency situations;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public;
• follow written and verbal instruction;
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to run, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. May need to apply use of force up to and including deadly force.communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.