Courthouse Security Officer (Part-Time)

staffordtx; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Stafford seeks a part-time sworn officer to provide security for the Municipal Court, including the courtroom, lobby, and related areas. The role may involve issuing warrants and responding to emergencies, with duties spanning courtroom decorum, witness coordination, and procedural explanations to defendants and citizens.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Texas PECOL certification, and a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement.
• Pass background, polygraph, physical, psychological, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Protects the Court by providing security for its officers and all associated with its proceedings.
• Maintains decorum of the courtroom; collects and retains unauthorized weapons from persons entering the courtroom; maintains order of the court lobby.
• Assists with court proceedings by announcing the entrance of the Judge; assembling and segregating witnesses and jurors from all other citizens during trials; answers and explains court procedures to defendants and citizens as needed.
• Provides collection and warrant resolution support by contacting defendants by telephone; sending warrant letters and/or postcards; executing warrants
• Provides administrative support by verifying correction of various vehicle violations; provide any monthly/quarterly reporting as needed.
• Maintains the courtroom and jury assembly room by arranging seating; maintains courtroom equipment; ensures the orderliness of the courtroom appearance.
• Other duties include assisting court staff with data entry, confirming addresses and phone numbers for warranted cases (skip tracing).
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other essential duties as assigned.
• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

Skills

Patrolling

Court security

Customer service

Emergency response

Critical judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Certification (Texas PECOL)

Valid Texas Driver's License

Job description

The City of Stafford seeks a part-time sworn officer to provide security for the Municipal Court, including the courtroom, lobby, and related areas. The role may involve issuing warrants and responding to emergencies, with duties spanning courtroom decorum, witness coordination, and procedural explanations to defendants and citizens.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Texas PECOL certification, and a valid Texas driver’s license.