Court Security Officer

NATURE OF WORK
Maintains general security and safety of the Superior Court and Justice Courts in Yuma County; operates metal detectors and x-ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects; prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas; patrols facilities as directed and monitors video cameras; provides customer service as required.

(Illustrative Only) Patrols buildings, facilities and grounds; provides a visible, armed security presence at the public entrance and throughout the Superior Court building, Juvenile Justice Center and Justice Courts; carries and safely employs department issued firearms and other defensive weapons as situations dictate; operates metal detectors and x-ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects; addresses situations that may be or escalate to a disturbance or hazard to the courthouse; inspects identification badges to control employee bypass entrances, and prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas; monitors closed circuit TV and various fire and security alarm systems; may serve, as directed, as a security escort or as a security presence in a variety of court situations; responds to medical emergencies and renders first aid and CPR as a first responder; participates on the superior court emergency response team, following the court's disaster/emergency response procedures; implements emergency procedures as directed and when appropriate; prepares and submits reports on security incidents; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information; performs related duties as required or assigned.

High school diploma or GED; AND one year of relevant, responsible law enforcement, military, private security or closely related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This classification requires the applicant to pass criminal background and reference checks; this classification requires the applicant to pass a psychological evaluation and polygraph examination; Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET) yearly accreditation is required; employees in this classification must have at the time of application and must maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License with a clean driving record; must complete all training requirements and pass examination for firearms and assigned weapons; work includes 10 hour shifts and weekend rotations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a standard office environment and Court facilities; may be exposed to potential physical harm, infectious diseases and/or physical violence; required to physically restrain persons, and effectively deal with stressful and potentially hazardous emergency situations; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards; may be required to lift and/or carry people, supplies, equipment and/or other heavy, bulky items.

Knowledge of: Applicable State of Arizona statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules and requirements; Yuma County Policies and Procedures; Rules and Guidelines of the Judicial Merit System of Superior Court in Yuma County; principles, practices, techniques and equipment used in Court security; standard Operating Guidelines for the Security Division of Superior Court in Yuma County; legal terminology and court processes and procedures; community resources and services.
Skills in: Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with court employees, and the public; exercising sound judgment within general policy guidelines; using and maintaining firearms, special weapons, and special law enforcement equipment; communicating effectively verbally and in writing; operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.