Armed Court Security Officer: Protect Courthouse & Judges

Walden Security; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Walden Security seeks experienced Court Security Officers to provide armed security for courthouses under the USMS contract in Kentucky. Responsibilities include entrance control, patrols, stationary posts, escorts, traffic control, and enforcing federal law to protect court personnel and the public.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years as a certified law enforcement officer or equivalent, English proficiency, a valid driver's license, DOJ clearance, and completion of a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least three calendar years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or military equivalent within the last seven years, with general arrest authority.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English and apply rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform entrance control using screening equipment and verify items carried by visitors.
• Roaming patrol of court facilities and grounds per post orders.
• Staff stationary posts, monitor CCTV, duress alarms and security equipment in courtrooms and chambers.
• Provide armed escort duties for judges, court personnel, jurors and designated individuals as directed.
• Direct traffic and manage pedestrian flow at court facilities as described in procedures.
• Enforce federal law and protect government property and people from unauthorized access or unsafe acts.
• Prepare reports on labor hours, incidents, accidents, bomb threats, and other events.
• Secure unattended courtrooms, inspect rooms prior to proceedings, and test security devices.

Skills

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Walden Security seeks experienced Court Security Officers to provide armed security for courthouses under the USMS contract in Kentucky. Responsibilities include entrance control, patrols, stationary posts, escorts, traffic control, and enforcing federal law to protect court personnel and the public.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years as a certified law enforcement officer or equivalent, English proficiency, a valid driver's license, DOJ clearance, and completion of a