Armed Court Security Officer (USMS Contract)

Walden Security; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Walden Security is recruiting experienced Court Security Officers to provide armed security for courthouses under the USMS contract in South Dakota. A sign-on bonus of $2000 is paid after 90 days on the contract.

Essential duties include entrance control, roving patrols, stationary posts, escort duties, traffic and pedestrian control, and enforcing federal law. Candidates must have a GED, 3 years of certified law enforcement experience, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years of verifiable law enforcement experience within the last seven years.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record for the past five years.
• Must have completed or graduated from a certified law enforcement training academy and provide proof.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform entrance control and screen for weapons, contraband, and prohibited items.
• Rove patrol court facilities and grounds according to post orders.
• Stand at stationary posts monitoring CCTV and other security systems.
• Provide armed escort services for judges and court personnel when directed.
• Direct traffic and control lights on court facility properties.
• Enforce federal law and detain persons as needed to protect people and property.
• Prepare reports on labor hours, incidents, and security issues.

Skills

English language

Law enforcement experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years verifiable law enforcement experience (last 7 years)

Valid driver's license

Certified Federal/State/Local or Military law enforcement training academy

Job description

Walden Security is recruiting experienced Court Security Officers to provide armed security for courthouses under the USMS contract in South Dakota. A sign-on bonus of $2000 is paid after 90 days on the contract.

Essential duties include entrance control, roving patrols, stationary posts, escort duties, traffic and pedestrian control, and enforcing federal law. Candidates must have a GED, 3 years of certified law enforcement experience, and a valid driver's license.