Courtroom Security Officer: Dynamic Patrol & Safety

Dougherty County; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Dougherty County is seeking a Part-Sheriff’s Office Security Officer to observe conduct in courtrooms, assist jurors and enforce security procedures. The role involves inspecting courtrooms, controlling disturbances, and coordinating with judges and court staff to maintain safety.

The position requires a High School Diploma and at least one year of security or related experience, with duties including guarding inmates and operating security equipment. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in security, customer service, clerical or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists and directs witnesses and general public to and from court.
• Assists court officers in courtroom observing conduct and behavior of individuals and reports any suspicious activity.
• Monitors court holding cells and transports inmates to and from court in a safe manner; may escort individuals throughout the judicial building before, during and after court.
• Patrols court facilities and grounds of the facility in accordance with applicable Judicial Building Security Plan.
• Secures closed courtroom; inspects courtrooms before and after proceedings; tests security devices and report findings; and perform other duties concerning security or the court area.
• Properly applies restraint devices on inmates.
• Operates a portable radio, CCTV, hand wand metal scanning device and assists with walk thru metal scanning/X-ray devices.
• Conducts daily patrol of courtrooms and surrounding areas.
• Assists and guard jurors in the courtroom during trial terms.
• Assists with duplicating court documents required to update the Sheriff’s records.
• Assists presiding judges in general with any needs directed by the courts.
• Assists with booking documents and court orders that require signatures.
• Ensures the condition and status of all duress alarms are tested on a monthly basis.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Clerical

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Dougherty County is seeking a Part-Sheriff’s Office Security Officer to observe conduct in courtrooms, assist jurors and enforce security procedures. The role involves inspecting courtrooms, controlling disturbances, and coordinating with judges and court staff to maintain safety.

The position requires a High School Diploma and at least one year of security or related experience, with duties including guarding inmates and operating security equipment. A valid driver’s license is required.