Court Security Officer

Pinal County; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinal County's Superior Court Security team is seeking a Court Security Officer to protect judges, staff, and the public. You'll provide armed security at entrances and throughout the courthouse, and work under supervision to ensure a safe, professional environment.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of armed security or law enforcement experience, are 21+, and can obtain firearms and defensive tactics qualification within 45 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience in law enforcement, armed security, or similar.
• Must be twenty-one years of age at time of hire.
• Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; within 30 days for new residents.

Responsibilities

• Provides an armed security presence at the public entrance and throughout the Superior Court building.
• Maintains a visible presence as a deterrent to disturbances.
• May screen all persons, bags, and containers entering the Court building.
• Responds to medical emergencies and administers first aid/CPR as a first responder.
• Carries and employs firearms/defensive weapons as needed.
• Prepares and submits security reports.
• Monitors security cameras and alarms.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Firearms handling

Defensive tactics

Emergency response

Customer service

Observation skills

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Security monitoring equipment

Microsoft Office

Radio communication equipment

Job description

Serve with purpose. Protect with professionalism. Build your career with Pinal County.

Join the Pinal County Superior Court Security team and make a difference in your community. As a Court Security Officer, you’ll play an important role in maintaining a safe, secure, and professional environment for employees and members of the public.

JOB SUMMARY

Perform duties that relate to the security and safety of judges, court staff and visitors of Superior Court. Enforces Superior Court security procedures under the direction of the Supervisor, Security, and may perform security duties in potentially high-risk situations in guarding the safety of court personnel and the public.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The Superior Court in Pinal County values your experience. We review every candidate for a salary offer that is both equitable and applicable to the position range. Based upon your direct experience and background, a salary offer will likely be presented to you within ourstartingminimum tomidpoint of range ($39,411 - $49,264).

WHY US?

Pinal County and the Superior Court offer amazing benefits. Who knew there was a workplace that wants to see your wellbeing by providing you with a Sabbatical starting at 5 years of service? Plus paid vacation, sick, and holidays? And benefit plans that include things like hospital coverage, pharmacy, medical, vision, dental... and more! We strive to work hard and reward hard work with our perks and balance. Benefits | Pinal County, AZ

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provides an armed security presence at the public entrance and throughout the Superior Court building.
• Maintains a visible presence as a deterrent to those who might consider disturbing the operations or security of the courthouse.
• May be assigned to the entry security screening teams responsible for screening all persons, bags, briefcases, packages, containers, etc., entering the Court building.
• Addresses situations that may be or escape to a disturbance or hazard to the courthouse.
• May serve, as directed, as a security escort or as a security presence in a variety of court situations.
• Responds to medical emergencies and renders first aid and CPR as a first responder.
• Carries and safely employs court-approved and issued firearms and/or other defensive weapons as situations dictate.
• Prepares and submits reports on security incidences.
• Implements emergency procedures as directed and when appropriate.
• Monitors security cameras, radios and respond to security/panic alarms.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND
• Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement, as armed security, armed correctional or other comparable firearm carrying officer experience.
• Must be twenty-one years of age at time of hire.
• Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to qualify and maintain defensive tactics and firearms qualification in accordance with Superior Court security policies and procedures within 45 days of hire.
• Will be required to successfully complete a thorough background check.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement, methods and techniques for providing safety and security, and the provisions of providing emergency services.
• Knowledge of safe and lawful handling and use of firearms and defensive weapons.
• Knowledge of defensive tactics and application of non-lethal weapons for controlling volatile situations.
• Knowledge of the usage of security equipment, courtroom procedures, and the principles and practices of building evacuation.
• Knowledge of effective customer services skills.
• Ability to make good observations, recall facts, and maintain a security awareness of the courthouse facilities.
• Ability to evaluate and respond to security problems in a swift, effective manner, and with appropriate actions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, County employees, representatives from governmental agencies, the general public, and individuals who have business with the Superior Court in Pinal County.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions as well as communicating effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to operate a personal computer using Microsoft Office and some specialized security monitoring equipment.
• Ability to properly use radio communication equipment.
• Ability to perform/render First Aid and CPR methods and techniques.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Independent body mobility to stand, walk, run, bend, and sit for prolonged periods of time and/or drive a vehicle. Manual dexterity to reach, and grasp; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see and read; hear and speak to communicate with citizens in person and over the phone. The ability to communicate effectively, interrogate and interview people, discern noises that may require investigation, and perform telephone and radio communication; perform surveillance, sight and shoot a firearm safely and effectively, and coordinate and conduct investigations. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Office/Court Setting. Will be required to work with individuals that may be resistant, antagonistic, and/or hostile.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Working for the Judicial Branch in a safety-sensitive position, you are required to submit to pre-employment examinations that may include but is not limited to: criminal history with fingerprints and driving history, background interview, drug screening, psychological examination, and reference checks.