Court Security Officer Supervisor This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System

State of Delaware; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Court Security Officer Supervisor to ensure safety and order in court facilities. This role demands a proactive individual who can assess and respond to potentially disruptive situations while maintaining a calm environment. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in security, courtroom procedures, and report writing. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the justice system by safeguarding the integrity of court proceedings. If you are passionate about security and public service, this role is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Qualifications

• 3 years of security experience required, including protective services.
• Knowledge of courtroom procedures and legal terminology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Enforce courtroom policies and maintain security using various tactics.
• Operate and maintain electronic equipment for courtroom functions.

Skills

Security experience

Courtroom procedures

Report writing

Staff supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Training in security protocols

Tools

Electronic surveillance equipment

Automated information systems

Job description

Summary Statement

This is the third level in the Court Security Officer series.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

1. Enforces courtroom and court facility policies and procedures relative to safety, security, and orderliness using defensive tactics and devices such as subduing individuals disturbing court proceedings, handcuffing, and using chemical propellants.
2. Assesses potentially disruptive and violent situations and takes preventative actions; calms volatile situations, responds to emergencies, and requests extra security.
3. Sets up, operates, and maintains various electronic equipment such as paging systems, wireless microphones, audiovisual systems, audio and video recorders, overhead projectors, two-way radios, metal detectors, and surveillance cameras.
4. Directs individuals in court proceedings, notifies court personnel, attorneys, and parties involved to be present in the courtroom, seats individuals in specific areas of the courtroom; checks in defendants and opens court by announcing the entrance of the judicial officer.
5. Inspects courtroom and court facility for explosives, firearms, and weapons.
6. Searches individuals entering the court facility and confiscates unauthorized weapons.
7. Prepares records and reports such as log notes and incident reports; marks, logs, and retrieves files, forms, and related items and information for use by court staff.
8. Uses automated information systems such as civil and criminal case management systems, and criminal information systems to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve, inquire, or report on data.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Court Security Officer Supervisor Applicants must have education, training, and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Three years experience in security such as providing protective services to persons, facilities, or grounds from trespassing, theft, and other conditions.
2. Six months experience in courtroom procedures such as seating, swearing in of witnesses, accepting, presenting, and marking evidence or legal terminology.
3. Six months experience in applying laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
4. Six months experience in narrative report writing.
5. Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package, please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training, and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title, and job duties. For education and training, list the name of the educational provider, training course titles, and a summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education, and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application online, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call [phone]. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.