Court Security Specialist — MCOLES Certified

Van Buren County; Paw Paw Township (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren County seeks a court security officer to provide security for the court complex in Paw Paw and South Haven. Must be MCOLES certified or certifiable and have a high school diploma or GED. Responsibilities include enforcing regulations, investigating offenses, and supporting court proceedings.

Candidate must be a U.S. citizen with prior law enforcement experience and the ability to use firearms. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required; background checks and drug

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of the Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Training Academy; MCOLES certified or certifiable.
• Citizen of the United States.
• Previous experience as a law enforcement officer; ability to use firearms.
• Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Enforce regulations and preserve public peace for Van Buren County residents.
• Investigate criminal and traffic offenses; apprehend violators per Michigan law.
• Maintain contact with the Sheriff’s department; acknowledge dispatches and respond to emergencies.
• Provide accurate information for statistical reports and prosecutions.
• Accompany inmates to court for arraignments, sentencing, and motions.
• Appear and/or testify in civil, criminal, and traffic cases.

Skills

Firearms handling

Law enforcement practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of the Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Training Academy

Job description

Van Buren County seeks a court security officer to provide security for the court complex in Paw Paw and South Haven. Must be MCOLES certified or certifiable and have a high school diploma or GED. Responsibilities include enforcing regulations, investigating offenses, and supporting court proceedings.

Candidate must be a U.S. citizen with prior law enforcement experience and the ability to use firearms. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required; background checks and drug