Intermittent Municipal Court Marshal

Seattle Municipal Court; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 62,268,000 - 158,975,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, holiday, sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Seattle Municipal Court seeks an On-Call Intermittent Court Marshal to join a small security team responsible for protecting prisoners, staff and the public in court facilities. The role emphasizes flexibility, readiness to respond to incidents, and coordination with Seattle Police and court personnel.

Qualified candidates have law enforcement or corrections background, pass background checks and training, and can obtain firearms certification; on-site work at Seattle Justice Center is expected

Qualifications

• Certified by a criminal justice or corrections academy program and at least two years of full-time law enforcement or corrections experience.
• Can successfully pass a polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug testing. Is trained and experienced in the use of defensive tactics and use of force.
• Ability to become certified in the use of firearms.
• Valid Washington State Driver's license.
• 21+ years of age upon hire.
• High school diploma or GED.
• U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Guard and protect prisoners, Court staff and the public in courtrooms, holding cells and court-related areas. Intervene in potential incidents of violence.
• Report criminal violations to the Seattle Police Department.
• Transport SMC defendants on Court Transport Orders from other jail locations.
• Transport SMC defendants held at other jails to be booked into King County Jail for SMC warrants. Escort prisoners or detainees between secured facilities and courtrooms.
• Monitor, assist, and oversee security screeners to ensure screening of the public is conducted in a professional manner.
• Operate security devices: firearm, baton, Taser, etc. in the discharge of their duties.
• Act as first responder to fire alarms, bomb threats, activated alarms, and various safety concerns, and assist with building evacuations within the Seattle Justice Center.
• Complete incident reports and various required paperwork.
• Successfully secure and maintain Seattle Police Department special commission which includes passing an annual firearm qualification at the Seattle Police Department range.
• Arrest a person in compliance with an arrest warrant after confirming the existence and extradition. Arrest and remand a person into custody pursuant to a judicial officer's order.

Skills

Polygraph testing

Psychological testing

Medical testing

Drug testing

Defensive tactics

Use of force

Firearm certification

Education

Criminal justice or corrections academy certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• U.S. citizen.

Position Description

Seattle Municipal Court's (SMC) mission is to provide a forum for citizens to resolve alleged violations of the law in a respectful, independent, and impartial manner. The Court is dedicated to advancing social justice issues by supporting personal, structural, and systemic change in our community, and building a diverse workforce. The Court works collaboratively to realize the City's vision of racial equity by participating in the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative. Candidates with the ability to effectively work with multi-cultural communities are encouraged to apply.

SMC, recognized for our proactive and innovative approach, is seeking experienced law enforcement or correctional officers for the position of On-Call Intermittent, Court Marshal. The unit consists of 13 specially commissioned officers, two Sergeants, and a Chief leading the team. Join the Court's specially commissioned team as an officer responsible for all aspects of security and creating a safe environment for defendants, the public, and Court employees. This high-volume work unit seeks to hire dedicated, agile, and motivated staff. Candidates with the ability to speak multiple languages are encouraged to apply.

This recruitment is for an on-call, intermittent Court Marshal position at Seattle Municipal Court. Intermittent Court Marshals serve on a flexible, as-needed basis with a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week. When hired as an on-call, intermittent Court Marshal, you may later be offered a full-time regular position when/if a vacancy opens.

Currently serving in law enforcement and looking for part-time work? Individuals currently serving in a law enforcement capacity are invited to apply. This role is an excellent way to put your experience to work on a flexible schedule. Documentation of approval from the applicant's current agency is required.

You will be successful in this role if you are committed to:

• Public service and the justice system.
• Upholding strict standards of ethical behavior.
• Working in a fast-paced collaborative team environment.
• Building relationships

Job Responsibilities

• Guard and protect prisoners, Court staff and the public in courtrooms, holding cells and court-related areas. Intervene in potential incidents of violence.
• Report criminal violations to the Seattle Police Department.
• Transport SMC defendants on Court Transport Orders from other jail locations.
• Transport SMC defendants held at other jails to be booked into King County Jail for SMC warrants. Escort prisoners or detainees between secured facilities and courtrooms.
• Monitor, assist, and oversee security screeners to ensure screening of the public is conducted in a professional manner.
• Operate security devices: firearm, baton, Taser, etc. in the discharge of their duties.
• Act as first responder to fire alarms, bomb threats, activated alarms, and various safety concerns, and assist with building evacuations within the Seattle Justice Center.
• Complete incident reports and various required paperwork.
• Successfully secure and maintain Seattle Police Department special commission which includes passing an annual firearm qualification at the Seattle Police Department range.
• Arrest a person in compliance with an arrest warrant after confirming the existence and extradition. Arrest and remand a person into custody pursuant to a judicial officer's order.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certified by a criminal justice or corrections academy program AND at least two years of full-time law enforcement or corrections experience. (Previously certified by a basic law enforcement OR corrections academy)
• Can successfully pass a polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug testing. Is trained and experienced in the use of defensive tactics and use of force.
• Ability to become certified in the use of firearms.
• Valid Washington State Driver's license.
• 21+ years of age upon hire.
• High school diploma or GED.
• U.S. citizen.

Minimum Employment Standards

The following are automatic disqualifiers - applicants should not apply to our agency if any of the following apply:

• Criminal Record: any adult felony conviction; any misdemeanor or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice and/or law enforcement capacity; or any domestic violence conviction. Prior to the date of this application, the applicant has NOT manufactured or cultivated illegal drug(s) for the sales/marketing of the drug(s) and has NOT sold or facilitated the sale of illegal drugs.
• Drug Use: Prior to the date of this application, the applicant has NOT used:
  • Marijuana within twelve (12) months, and
  • Cocaine or crack within the previous ten (10) years, and
  • Club drugs, such as, but not limited to: Ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol, or MDMA (ecstasy) within the previous five(5) years, and
  • Any Hallucinogens; PCP, Angel Dust, Wet, Phencyclidine, LSD, Mushrooms, or Psylocibin, within the previous ten (10) years, and
  • Opium, Morphine, or Heroin within the previous ten (10) years, and
  • Methamphetamine, Crank, Crystal, Ice, Speed, Glass, or Amphetamine within the previous ten (10) years, and
  • Aerosols, sometimes referred to as Huffing (paint) or Whippits (Nitrous Oxide) or used Khat within the previous five (5) years, and
  • Four (4) or more controlled substances within the previous ten (10) years, and Any illegal drug(s) while employed in a criminal justice and/or law enforcement capacity.
• Case-by-Case Disqualifiers: The following are behaviors that will be given case-by-case consideration:
  • Military Discharge: Any discharge from any military service other than honorable circumstances (fair employment laws apply).
  • Traffic Record: An applicant's driving record will be thoroughly assessed and may be a factor for disqualification. Examples of infractions/traffic crimes that may be disqualifying include: Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), reckless driving or hit and run driving, or suspension of your driver's license within five years of the date of application.
  • Employment Record: An applicant's employment history, including any terminations, or leaving an employer in lieu of termination, will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification.
  • Financial Record: An applicant's credit history, including excessive credit card debt or unresolved accounts in collections will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification. The following will be disqualifying failure to pay income tax, or child support.
  • Professional Appearance: All applicants are always expected to maintain a professional appearance. SMC has the discretion in determining what is considered professional, as it relates to the position the applicant is applying for. All tattoos, branding (intentional burning of skin to create a design), voluntary disfigurement (marring or spoiling of the appearance or shape of a body part), or scarification (intentional cutting of the skin to create a design) shall be carefully reviewed by SMC on a case-by‑case basis.

SPECIAL COMMISSION ELIGIBILITY

This position has a special commission issued by the Seattle Police Department (SPD) which requires all Court Marshal candidates to meet certain hiring standards. Please review the automatic and case-by-case disqualifiers to determine if you are qualified to submit your application for the Court Marshal position.

SPD is interested in the applicant's life story as a complete picture. SPD understands that, at times, people encounter challenges in their lives. During the background investigation process, SPD will learn in detail about those challenges, as well as the lessons learned, and the life changes the applicant has made.

Note: The Physical Agility Test (PAT) and WA State Basic Law Enforcement equivalency academy training are not required. For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts.

Additional Information

Work Environment

This position will primarily be onsite at the Seattle Justice enter at 600 5th Ave, Seattle. Alternative Work Arrangements may be considered and will be based on operational needs.

Why Work At The City

The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.

Benefits

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

Pay

The full hourly pay range for this position is $45.72 - 55.46 per hour. To ensure internal equity, the expected starting salary is $45.72 which is Step 1 of the 6 Step Salary Range.

Union Information

This position is represented by Seattle Municipal Court Marshal's Guild.