Armed Court Security Officer Courthouse Protection

Walden Security; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Walden Security is recruiting experienced Court Security Officers to provide armed security for courthouses under the USMS contract. Responsibilities include entrance screening, patrols, stationary posts, escorts, parking control, and enforcing federal law within court facilities.

Applicants must have at least three years of verifiable law enforcement experience, a GED or high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• At least three (3) calendar years of verifiable law enforcement experience within the last seven years with general arrest authority.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean five-year driving record.
• Must complete or graduate from certified Federal/state/local or military law enforcement training academy and provide certification as proof.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform entrance control and screen for weapons and contraband.
• Conduct roving patrols of court facilities and grounds.
• Maintain stationary posts including monitoring CCTV and alarms.
• Provide armed escort services for judges, court personnel, jurors, etc.
• Direct traffic and manage parking/pedestrian flow at court properties.
• Enforce federal law and judicial orders within the courthouse.
• Prepare reports on contract performance and incidents.
• Secure unattended courtrooms and inspect areas before proceedings.
• Maintain courtroom security presence as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Arrest authority

Drug screening

Background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified law enforcement officer or military equivalency

Job description

Walden Security is recruiting experienced Court Security Officers to provide armed security for courthouses under the USMS contract. Responsibilities include entrance screening, patrols, stationary posts, escorts, parking control, and enforcing federal law within court facilities.

Applicants must have at least three years of verifiable law enforcement experience, a GED or high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen.