Juvenile Court Security Officer — Protect & Transport

Hamilton Co; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Hamilton County Juvenile Court is seeking a Court Security Officer to ensure safety across multiple court departments, including transporting detainees and supervising holding areas at 800 Broadway in Cincinnati.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with 1 year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain OPOTA Basic Bailiff certification. The position is subject to background screening and is posted as an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.
• Must be 21 years or older and able to obtain OPOTA Basic Bailiff certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides security and safety within Juvenile Court facilities.
• Transports juveniles and adults to and from courtrooms and multiple locations.
• Maintains daily logs and incident reports; responds to conflicts and emergencies.
• Coordinates with law enforcement and court staff to uphold orders and safety.
• Assists with contempt dockets and arrests as needed.

Skills

Background checks

OPOTA training

Typing/clerical

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related work experience

Associates or Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

OPOTA Certification

Job description

Hamilton County Juvenile Court is seeking a Court Security Officer to ensure safety across multiple court departments, including transporting detainees and supervising holding areas at 800 Broadway in Cincinnati.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with 1 year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain OPOTA Basic Bailiff certification. The position is subject to background screening and is posted as an Equal Opportunity Employer.