Court Security Officer

Lake County; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Court Security Officer, where you will play a vital role in ensuring safety and security within the Lake County Government Complex. This position offers a dynamic work environment, requiring you to handle various challenging situations while maintaining composure and professionalism. You will collaborate with a dedicated team, positively impacting the community while enjoying opportunities for career growth. If you possess the necessary certifications and have a passion for public service, this role is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

Excellent Benefit Package

Career Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Police Officer or Correctional Officer Certification.
• Excellent communication skills and sound judgment required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security for all occupants and visitors.
• Maintain positive working relationships with employees and public officials.

Skills

Stress Management

Communication Skills

Judgment in Emergency Situations

Education

Police Officer Certification

Correctional Officer Certification

Driver's License

Valid FOID Card

Tools

Two-way Radio

Control Panel for Doors

Telephone

Job description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package, and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

Becoming a Court Security Officer for the Lake County Sheriff’s Office means becoming involved with a team that provides safety and security for all occupants, employees, and visitors, working and visiting the Lake County Government Complex and the 19th Judicial Circuit facilities. This position may be rotated within different locations in the Lake County Court System including locations in Waukegan, Park City, Mundelein, Round Lake Beach, and Vernon Hills. Court Officers are members of the Teamster Local 700 Union.

You must be able to handle stressful situations, such as gang problems, fights, and multiple situations simultaneously. You will be required to walk and stand for an extended period of time without a significant rest period. You must be able to lift, pull, bend, and physically restrain a combative or injured inmate weighing 165lbs or more, and exert a minimum of 20 pounds of force on a regular basis. You may be responsible for transporting prisoners or providing bank escorts. Duties include maintaining positive working relationships with other employees, public officials, and the general public.

In order to be successful in this role you MUST either hold a current Police Officer Certification or Correctional Officer Certification and must possess a current Driver's License and a valid FOID card. You must have considerable knowledge of Courtroom procedures and operations, knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. You must be able to read and interpret reports, posters, policies, procedure manuals, releases, court orders, and ID cards. This individual must have excellent communication skills, written and oral. You must possess and exercise sound judgment in reacting to emergency situations and using physical force necessary to defend oneself and others. While performing the duties of this job, you will regularly be required to use a two-way radio, telephone, control panel for doors, and keys.

Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing, and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).