Courtroom Security & Public Safety Officer

Florence County SC; Effingham (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

South Carolina Retirement System

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Onsite Employee Health Clinic

Onsite Employee Workout Facility

Tuition Reimbursement Program

South Carolina Deferred Compensation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted fitness facility rates

Job summary

Florence County is seeking a Security Officer to provide building and courtroom security, protecting judges, staff, jurors, and the public. You will perform routine law enforcement duties to enforce safety laws and safeguard people and property.

The role includes monitoring entrances, inspecting packages, escorting individuals, and reporting incidents. Applicants must have a high school diploma, SC CJ Academy training, Class III certification, and a valid SC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and Class III certification within one year of hire.
• Must maintain firearms proficiency.
• Valid state driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide security for Florence County buildings and courtrooms.
• Ensure all doors, windows and entry points are secured at close of business.
• Monitor entry/exit of visitors and employees; inspect packages and belongings.
• Escort visitors, prisoners, or officers as needed and report security incidents.
• Investigate security breaches and communicate findings up the chain of command.
• Complete and submit required security reports and maintain duties described.

Skills

Observation skills

Public safety

Communication

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma

SC Criminal Justice Academy training

Class III certification

Valid SC driver’s license

Job description

Florence County is seeking a Security Officer to provide building and courtroom security, protecting judges, staff, jurors, and the public. You will perform routine law enforcement duties to enforce safety laws and safeguard people and property.

The role includes monitoring entrances, inspecting packages, escorting individuals, and reporting incidents. Applicants must have a high school diploma, SC CJ Academy training, Class III certification, and a valid SC driver’s license.