Court Security Deputy

Seneca County; Tiffin (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca County Justice Center in Ohio seeks a Court Security Deputy to perform security operations, investigations, and inmate handling. The role involves enforcing court safety, executing warrants, and preparing incident reports.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, Ohio Correctional Academy and Peace Officer certifications, and a valid driver's license. The position requires adaptability to shift hours and strong record-keeping abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Ohio Correctional Academy and Peace Officer certifications required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal investigations of actual or alleged crimes under direction.
• Provide court security and serve warrants.
• Prepare and review reports and assist citizens and inmates as needed.

Skills

Operate security systems

Operate radio/communication systems

Enter data into a computer

Complete forms on a typewriter

Collect and classify information

Classify and organize records

Control inventory

Duties under dangerous conditions

Recognize dangerous situations

Resolve conflicts

Meet physical agility standards

Perform First Aid procedures

Flexibility in hours

Maintain accurate records

Prepare reports

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Ohio Correctional Academy certification

Ohio Peace Officer certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Assignment: Seneca County Justice Center

Division/Section: Corrections/Seneca County Criminal Justice Center

Full-time, $25.33 per hour

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Under direction, the Court Security Deputy conducts criminal investigations of actual or alleged crimes, provides court security, serves warrants, prepares and reviews reports, aids citizens and handles inmates, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalency; Ohio Correctional Academy certified, Ohio Peace Officer certified and hold a valid driver’s license. An individual who poses a direct threat to the health and safety of himself/herself or others in the workplace will be deemed not qualified for this position.

Knowledge of

• Department policies and procedures*
• Criminal laws
• Civil rights laws
• Local and state ordinances and laws*
• Rules of evidence
• Arrest procedures
• Electronic security systems, equipment and operations
• Scanner and alarm panels and operations
• Security practices and procedures
• Safety procedures
• Security search techniques
• Inmate observation techniques
• Inmate control techniques
• Self-defense techniques
• Appropriate use of firearms
• Investigative Techniques
• Document preparation, requirements and methods
• Radio communications and radio codes

*May be acquired after hire

Skills and Abilities to

• Operate security and monitoring equipment
• Operate radio and electronic communication systems
• Enter data into a computer
• Complete forms on a typewriter
• Collect and classify information
• Classify and organize records
• Control inventory
• Perform duties under dangerous and adverse conditions
• Recognize dangerous situations and respond appropriatelyResolves conflicts
• Resolve problems involving several variables
• Meet physical agility standards
• Perform First Aid procedures
• Work flexible hours
• Maintain accurate records
• Prepare accurate and complete reports
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and co-workers

55% Court Security

• *Enforces local and state laws
• *Arrest criminal offenders
• *Monitors building security
• *Responds to alarms and emergency calls

30% Investigations

• *Conducts criminal investigations
• *Interviews suspects
• *Gathers and secures evidence

15% Miscellaneous

• Attends meetings and serves on temporary committees, as requested
• Prepares and maintains records and reports.
• Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences,
• training seminars and in-service training sessions.
• Performs additional duties and assignments, as requested.

*Denotes an essential function of the job