Armed Court Security Officer — Protect & Oversee Access

Coconino County Sheriff's Office (Patrol); Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Coconino County Superior Court is seeking qualified Court Security Officers to protect court personnel and the public. Positions include full-time and Temp/On-call roles with varied hours and mandatory training in court security and firearms.

A uniform allowance is provided, along with annual incentives for training and certifications. Responsibilities include screening, monitoring security systems, and maintaining safe access to justice.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of security or law enforcement experience with firearm training.
• Must successfully complete Court Security Officer Training Academy within 90 days and Firearms Training Academy within 180 days.
• Must pass a psychological examination and meet background standards.
• Must not have felony convictions within the last 10 years or domestic violence convictions in the past five years.

Responsibilities

• Screen persons, baggage, and containers for compliance with court security policies.
• Operate security equipment at court entrances and patrol court facilities.
• Provide armed security presence and overwatch at main entrance screening.
• Monitor security systems including CCTV, alarms, and access controls.
• Escort vendors and respond to assistance requests from courtrooms.
• Prepare incident reports and daily logs; conduct security sweeps and protect court personnel.

Skills

Security techniques

Emergency services

Court terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

X-ray machines

Hand wands

Access control hardware

Job description

Coconino County Superior Court is seeking qualified Court Security Officers to protect court personnel and the public. Positions include full-time and Temp/On-call roles with varied hours and mandatory training in court security and firearms.

A uniform allowance is provided, along with annual incentives for training and certifications. Responsibilities include screening, monitoring security systems, and maintaining safe access to justice.