Chief of Court Security Training

New York State Unified Court System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

13 Paid Holidays

20 Paid Vacation Days

Job summary

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Chief of Court Security Training for the OCA - NYS Court Officers Academy in Brooklyn, NY. Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Department of Public Safety, the Chief develops and implements security training policy and procedures for the Unified Court System, oversees instructors, and ensures proper certifications are maintained.

Key duties include developing curricula, assessing security operations, planning training initiatives,

Qualifications

• Must have state residency and U.S. citizenship.
• Must be legally eligible to carry firearms.
• Full-time employment in Brooklyn, NY with travel across the state.

Responsibilities

• Perform managerial analysis of training programs and develop curricula.
• Develop policies to assess effectiveness of security operations and training.
• Plan and support implementation of security policy and training needs.
• Oversee training and work of all security training instructors.
• Ensure all instructors hold proper certifications and stay current.

Skills

1 year in NYS Principal Court Security

Bachelor's degree with security exp

Master's degree with security exp

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice or related field

Master's degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

Job Title: NYS Chief of Court Security Training

About the Courts:

The New York State Unified Court System (NYS UCS) is one of the largest and most diverse court systems in the nation, responsible for delivering fair, efficient, and accessible justice to the people of New York. With courts operating in every county statewide, NYS UCS supports a wide range of legal proceedings and provides essential services that uphold the rule of law. The court system is committed to integrity, professionalism, and public service across all operations.

Position Overview:

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Chief of Court Security Training for the OCA - NYS Court Officers Academy in Brooklyn, NY

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Department of Public Safety, the New York State Chief of Court Security Training develops and implements security training policy and procedures for the Unified Court System.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performing managerial analysis of training programs and developing appropriate curricula and classroom materials


• Developing policies and procedures for assessing the effectiveness of security operations, methods, and training programs


• Planning, coordinating, and supporting the implementation of security policy; assessing future training needs of security operations


• Acting as the primary security training officer responsible for training of court security personnel, court security training instructors, and for security personnel in Town and Village Courts


• Developing and enforcing security protocol for contracted security providers


• Inspecting security operations to ensure compliance with policies and procedures


• Consulting with and advising judges and court administrators on special security matters


• Overseeing the training and work of all security training instructors


• Ensuring that all instructors have and maintain the proper certifications


• Preparing written communications such as memoranda to inform subordinates of changes in laws, procedures, rules, policies


• Correspondence to reply to complaints or problems


• Responding to requests for information and advising court administrators of situations concerning security operations, personnel, budget, or other administrative issues and participating and acting as a subject matter expert in the Evaluation Board review of candidate's character and fitness as a New York State Court Officer-Trainee.


• Statewide travel is required

The Unified Court System encourages all qualified individuals to apply, including those currently employed by the UCS and those with relevant experience serving other law enforcement agencies or in other law enforcement training facilities. Current assignment to the Court Officer Academy is not a requirement.

Qualifications:

(1) year in the New York State Principal Court Security Training Officer title; or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Criminal Justice or a related field and five (5) years of security or related experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Criminal Justice or a related field and four (4) years of security or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must be legally eligible and qualified to carry firearms. New York State residency is required for appointment. Candidates must be citizens of the United States.

Employment Type:

• Full-time

Salary & Compensation:

Location:

Brooklyn, NY

What the Courts Offer:

• Competitive Compensation


• 13 Paid Holidays


• 20 Paid Vacation Days within the first year

Full Job Description can be reviewed here: 16122_nys_chief_of_court_security_training.pdf

Applications must be postmarked or received by: November 18, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

It is the policy of the UCS to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including freedom from sexual harassment), sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or, in certain circumstances, prior criminal record.