Court Security Officer-

NANA; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Court Security Officer to ensure safety and security in court facilities. Responsibilities include enforcing entry systems, patrolling, and providing surveillance. Ideal candidates should have law enforcement experience and meet physical fitness requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of civilian law enforcement experience or equivalent military service.
• Successful completion of background checks, drug tests, and physical exams.

Responsibilities

• Enforce the district's entry and identification system.
• Patrol court facilities and grounds according to post orders.
• Provide surveillance on incoming traffic to detect threats.

Skills

Fluent in English

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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Responsibilities

• Enforce the district's entry and identification system.
• Test and report emergency equipment.
• Patrol court facilities and grounds according to post orders.
• Man USMS authorized stationary posts.
• Provide surveillance on incoming traffic to detect threats before reaching the screening area.
• May provide armed escort services for judges, court personnel, jurors, and other designated individuals.
• Provide security for off-site and remote judicial functions with controlled access and screening.
• Direct traffic, control lights, and monitor vehicles and pedestrians as per post orders.
• Provide courtroom security during hearings when assigned.
• Enforce federal law and judicial orders within the courthouse.
• Report and handle articles found in court facilities, completing required documentation within 24 hours.
• Keep supervisors informed of unusual occurrences and important events.
• Monitor alarms, radio traffic, and other sources; dispatch or inform others as needed.
• Respond to alarms, requests for assistance, and criminal acts.
• Screen vehicles and pedestrians entering/exiting the facility.
• Use issued equipment properly.
• Prevent prohibited articles from entering or leaving the facility.
• Escort individuals or vehicles as per post orders.
• Maintain necessary licenses, certifications, and training records.
• Use communication devices appropriately.
• Monitor equipment and report damages or losses.
• Perform duties regardless of weather conditions.
• Log property pass numbers for authorized movements.
• Ensure security of government property, detain personnel when needed, and report unauthorized removals.
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections.
• Issue badges or passes to authorized personnel.
• Monitor electronic access control and RFID systems; respond to alarms.
• Grant access during non-working hours to authorized personnel.
• Report deficiencies in facility equipment and utility systems.
• Perform surveillance for unauthorized or inappropriate activity.
• Support scheduled events and emergencies as needed.
• Maintain logs and administrative documents.
• Cooperate with law enforcement; assist in evidence collection and testify as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years old.
• Minimum of 3 years of civilian law enforcement experience or equivalent military service with arrest authority within the last 7 years.
• Completion of recognized law enforcement training academy or program.
• Successful completion of background checks, drug tests, and physical exams.
• Valid, unrestricted state driver's license.
• Fluent in English reading, speaking, and writing.
• Meet medical and physical fitness requirements.
• No felony convictions or misdemeanor domestic violence convictions.
• Physical ability to perform duties in various weather conditions and physical activities.