Court Security Officer, Pierre, SD

Walden Security; United States; On-site; USD 41,328 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $1000 after 90 days

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A security services provider is seeking experienced Court Security Officers to provide armed security at courthouses. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of experience as a law enforcement officer. The role includes patrolling court facilities, enforcing rules, and providing escort services. Pay rate is $31.22 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Three years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or military equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record for past five years.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Enforce entry control and identify prohibited items.
• Patrol court facilities and enforce law.
• Stand guard at posts and monitor security equipment.
• Provide armed escort for judges and court personnel.

Skills

Ability to enforce law and order

Patrolling skills

Report writing skills

CCTV monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Walden Security is recruiting experienced Court Security Officers to provide armed security at courthouses under the USMS contract. A sign-on bonus of $1000 is paid after 90 days on the contract.

Responsibilities

• Perform entrance control: Enforce the District’s entry and identification system, operate security screening equipment, and detect weapons, contraband, and prohibited items. Check items such as handbags, briefcases, computers, packages, baby carriages, wheelchairs, etc.
• Perform roving patrol: Patrol court facilities and grounds in accordance with post orders.
• Perform stationary post assignments: Stand guard at stationary posts, monitoring CCTV, duress alarms, and other security equipment, courtrooms, judge chambers, and jury rooms.
• Perform escort duties: When directed, provide armed escort services for judges, court personnel, jurors, and other designated individuals.
• Perform garage parking and pedestrian control: Direct traffic and control lights on court facility properties as described in post orders or standard operating procedures.
• Enforce law and order: Enforce federal law while performing duties, including detaining individuals attempting unauthorized access or threatening safety of government employees, property, or the public.
• Prepare reports and records: Prepare reports on contract performance issues such as labor hours, accidents, fire, bomb threats, unusual incidents, or unlawful acts within the court facility area.
• Court attendance: Secure unattended courtrooms, inspect courtrooms before proceedings, test security devices, and perform other duties related to court security.
• Preserve order: Provide security presence in the courtroom, enforce federal law and judicial orders, enforce local court rules on prohibited items, and protect court proceedings as needed.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or GED. At least three (3) calendar years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or military equivalent with general arrest authority, with all three years in the last seven years.

Language Skills: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid driver’s license from state of residence and a safe driving record for the past five years; DOJ clearance; completion or graduation from certified Federal, state, county, local, or military law enforcement training academy with proof of certification.

Other Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age; ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands: Must meet medical standards as specified by the USMS; physical demands depend on the contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals.

Equal Opportunity: Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable laws.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Rate: $31.22 USD per hour. We offer benefits and opportunities for career growth across the organization.

To apply, please submit your application through Walden Security’s渠道.

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