Court Security Deputy Marshal – Protect & Serve

State of Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick days

Uniforms stipend

Parental leave

Gym membership reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Life insurance

Defined Benefit Pension

Job summary

The State of Maine Judicial Branch in Portland seeks certified law enforcement officers and others with Phase 1 pre-service training to become Deputy Judicial Marshals. This full-time role provides security for judges, court staff, and the public across Maine’s court system.

Responsibilities include security arrangements, monitoring for risks, enforcing laws within the courthouse, handling evidence, and coordinating with court staff. Training includes CPR/First Aid and firearms qualifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy Pre-Service Law Enforcement Training program.
• Candidates may be sponsored by the Judicial Branch for Pre-Service Training on a case-by-case basis.
• Ability to interact effectively with judges/justice, court staff, attorneys and the public.
• Eligible for certification as a Judicial Marshal within one year of employment.
• Must be firearm-qualified per Agency Policy and Maine CJ Academy standards.
• Ability to walk, sit or stand for extended periods and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Must pass polygraph examination and national fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Judicial Marshal for the court, arranging security for each court day and session as needed.
• During court proceedings, remains alert and responsive to security risks.
• Enforces laws within the courthouse and, when necessary, effects arrests.
• Monitors surveillance equipment and uses x-ray screening at entry areas.
• Oversees movement of paperwork between judge, clerk, defendants, and participants.
• Assists with movement of evidence as requested.
• Patrols and maintains presence in public court facilities as assigned.
• Announces opening, recess, and closing of court sessions.
• Directs people to building locations and informs them about court schedules.
• Ensures all parties are present before proceedings begin.
• Maintains mandatory annual law enforcement training per Maine CJ Academy.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Public interaction

Situational awareness

Polygraph examination

Fingerprinting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maine Criminal Justice Academy Pre-Service Law Enforcement Training

Job description

The State of Maine Judicial Branch in Portland seeks certified law enforcement officers and others with Phase 1 pre-service training to become Deputy Judicial Marshals. This full-time role provides security for judges, court staff, and the public across Maine’s court system.

Responsibilities include security arrangements, monitoring for risks, enforcing laws within the courthouse, handling evidence, and coordinating with court staff. Training includes CPR/First Aid and firearms qualifications.