Court Security & Civil Process Officer

Otsego County; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Otsego County Sheriff is recruiting to perform civil process service, subpoenas, writs of execution and to provide court security for Otsego County Courts. This role requires strong knowledge of courtroom procedures and the ability to handle stressful situations with diplomacy.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma (or GED), 1+ years in law enforcement or civil process, and a valid Michigan driver's license. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduation, preferably with some coursework in law enforcement or criminal justice.
• One or more years of related experience in law enforcement or civil process; court or related setting preferred.
• Possession of valid Michigan Driver’s License.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy in contentious situations.

Responsibilities

• Records and serves all incoming Civil Process.
• Reviews documents daily for timely service and determines daily route to travel efficiently; ensures statutory requirements of service of process are adhered to; contacts individuals to advise of service and determine best time and locations.
• Maintains proper reports/records relating to service of process.
• Handles billings for all Civil Process.
• Provides all court security for Otsego County Courts.
• Has considerable knowledge of courtroom procedures and operations.
• Reads and interprets reports, posters, policies, manuals, releases, court orders, and ID cards.
• Operates metal detector as required.

Skills

Diplomacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Criminal justice coursework

Job description

Otsego County Sheriff is recruiting to perform civil process service, subpoenas, writs of execution and to provide court security for Otsego County Courts. This role requires strong knowledge of courtroom procedures and the ability to handle stressful situations with diplomacy.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma (or GED), 1+ years in law enforcement or civil process, and a valid Michigan driver's license. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.