Deputy Judicial Marshal (#615)

Deputy Judicial Marshal
State of Maine Judicial Branch
The State of Maine Judicial Branch seeks motivated law enforcement officers and individuals with a minimum of Phase 1 pre-service training to join its dedicated team in serving the communities of Maine within the court system. The Office of Judicial Marshals is a law enforcement agency that plays an important role in our communities by providing a safe, accessible, efficient, and impartial system of dispute resolution.

The Job:
The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking certified law enforcement officers and other highly qualified individuals with a minimum of Phase 1 pre-service training who seek to become certified law enforcement officers from diverse backgrounds for an exciting and challenging career as a Deputy Judicial Marshal. This position is a certified law enforcement position tasked with providing a safe and secure experience for judges, court staff, court participants, and members of the public while enjoying a full-time work schedule that allows for work-life balance.

What We Offer:

• Work-life balance: 13 paid holidays, 2 weeks of vacation leave, and 12 paid sick days every year
• Paid uniforms, annual clothing/equipment stipend
• No shifts during holidays, overnights, or weekends
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks
• Gym membership reimbursement program
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Health insurance coverage (85%-100% employer-paid for employee-only plan)
• Health insurance premium credit (5% decrease in employee premiums)
• Dental insurance (100% employer-paid for employee-only plan)
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Defined Benefit Pension plan contributions
• Voluntary deferred compensation (retirement savings 457 Plan)
• Up to $1000 Tuition Reimbursement each year
• Employer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary)

Responsibilities:

• Serves as Judicial Marshal for the court, undertaking security arrangements for each court day and session as needed.
• Enforces the laws of the State of Maine within the courthouse, effect arrests when necessary, monitor surveillance equipment, and utilize x-ray equipment at entry screening areas.
• Observes all persons entering the courtroom, their movement, and their activities.
• Assists within the courtroom with the orderly flow of paperwork between the judge/justice, clerk's office, defendants, and other participants. Assists with the movement of evidence as requested.
• Patrols and maintains a presence in public areas of court facilities as assigned.
• Announces the opening, recess, and closing of each court session.
• Directs persons to building locations and provides information on court schedules and proceedings as authorized.
• Ensures that all parties are present and ready prior to the entrance of the presiding judge/justice into the courtroom.
• Maintain mandatory annual law enforcement training as directed by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, CPR/First Aid, annual firearms qualifications, and all other requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of each courthouse and responds to emergencies, as necessary.

We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy Pre-Service Law Enforcement Training program
• Applicants who have not completed the Pre-Service Law Enforcement Training program may be sponsored by the Judicial Branch, on a case-by-case basis, if the candidate is believed to be viable pending the results of the interview/oral board
• Ability to interact effectively with judges/justices, other court staff, attorneys, and the public in a variety of situations and circumstances
• Be eligible for certification as a Judicial Marshal through the Maine Criminal Justice Academy or successfully complete the Basic Maine Judicial Marshals Training Program within one year of employment
• Have qualified with an agency-issued firearm in accordance with Agency Policy and Maine Criminal Justice Academy standards
• Ability to conform to all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the Office of Judicial Marshals, including such policies and procedures regarding infectious disease exposure control
• Ability to walk, sit and/or stand for extended periods throughout the day; ability to concentrate and apply other cognitive, intellectual, and mental functions, and ability to address and handle a wide variety of human relations issues
• Ability to remain composed in stressful situations; ability to react quickly and appropriately; and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies and members of the public
• Ability to pass a polygraph examination and national fingerprinting