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COURT SECURITY OFFICERS: New Hampshire Judicial Branch, Salt Lake City, UT. Duties: knowledge of modern security equipment techniques and procedures; ability to organize and maintain a secure court environment; ability to recognize and react to stressful situations involving control of prisoner defendants, accident victims and court spectators; skill in the operation of a handgun and ability to qualify for license to carry a weapon required; knowledge of basic first aid techniques and certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) desirable. Qualifications: High school graduation required. State or local law enforcement experience strongly desired. Salary: $65/day. (2005)

SECURITY COORDINATOR: New York State. Fourth Judicial District. Summary: A New York Security Coordinator is the highest ranking security official in a Judicial District and is directly responsible for all security operations of the district. A New York State Security Coordinator is responsible for implementation of statewide security policies and with the concurrence of the Administrative Judge, formulation of security policy appropriate to the circumstances of the district to which the position is assigned. The New York State Security Coordinator directs a security force of subordinate officers and supervises Majors, Captains, Lieutenants, and other security personnel. A New York State Security Coordinator is a peace officer, required to wear a uniform and may be authorized to carry a firearm. Duties: Deploy security personnel in order to maintain a proper staffing pattern or to address an emergency situation; train security personnel, evaluate performance, review evaluation reports, discuss commendable and deficient plans and policies. Communicate with outside law enforcement, correctional agencies or other parties to coordinate security activities with other groups. Direct emergency operations during emergencies and serious disturbances and act as liaison with police and fire personnel; prepare incident reports and follow up memoranda or special reports. Assist in the interpretation and application of policies and procedures dealing with security issues and prepare written communications to inform subordinates of changes in laws, procedures, rules, and policies. Advise court administrators of situations concerning security operations, personnel, budget or other administrative issues. Frequent travel is required. Qualifications: One year of Service in the New York State Officer-Captain title OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must be legally eligible and qualified to carry firearms. New York State residency is required for appointment. Candidates must be citizens of the United States or aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence. Salary: 69,828. (2004)

STATE COURT OFFICER: New York State Courts. Summary: Under the direct supervision of a New York State Court Officer-Sergeant and the general supervision of the court clerk or other security supervisory personnel, New York State Court Officers are responsible for maintaining order and providing security in courtrooms, court buildings, and grounds. NYS Court Officers are assigned to all trial courts and court agencies. NYS Court Officers are peace officers, required to wear uniforms, and may be authorized to carry firearms, execute warrants, make arrests and may coordinate the activities of other court security personnel. Duties: Provides security by standing in the courtroom and patrolling the courthouse. Guards criminal defendants accused of both misdemeanors and felonies while in the courtroom and may escort them to and from detention pens. Assumes a post or patrols the courthouse to maintain order by removing or calming disruptive individuals; bars entry into security areas or courtrooms of people not properly attired or behaved; talks to potentially disruptive prisoners or spectators to calm them. Physically restrains unruly individuals. Arrests individuals according to established procedures. Escorts, guards, and delivers material to sequestered juries. Escorts judges, juries, witnesses and prisoners to and from the courtroom. Administers first aid and assistance to individuals during emergencies, accidents or illnesses. Provides assistance in emergency situations. Operates security equipment, including magnetometers, handheld screening devices and package x-ray machines. Uses established search procedures to assure that no weapons or electronic or photographic equipment are brought into the courtroom. Checks to ensure that all necessary documents are available prior to court sessions. Checks bench to ensure that Judge has adequate supplies, proper forms, and other materials. Displays and safeguards exhibits in the courtroom. Maintains and updates court records. Distributes and posts appropriate documents and court materials. Checks any emergency or special equipment such as oxygen tanks, walkie-talkies, and other items to ensure that the equipment is in good working order; reports inoperative equipment to supervisor. Provides general information to visitors on court premises. Prepares incident reports. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in this title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Qualifications: At the time of appointment, a New York State Court Security Officer candidate must have served a two year traineeship as a New York State Court Security Officer-Trainee. Candidates must be legally eligible and qualified to carry firearms. New York State residency is required for appointment. Candidates must be citizens of the United States or aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence. Salary Grade 17. (2004)

MARSHALL: Supreme Court of Florida. Tallahassee, Florida. Summary: The Supreme Court Marshal is a constitutional officer under Article V of the Florida Constitution. Under the policy direction of the Justices of the Florida Supreme Court, the Marshal is responsible for the security of all Court property, Justices, and employees, management of the Supreme Court buildings and grounds, Supreme Court administrative, logistical and operational support, and shall have the power to execute the process of the Court throughout the state. Duties: Security/Intelligence/Safety Management including: Intelligence and security management and risk assessment. Recruitment, selection, training, and supervision of armed security staff. Building safety management. Off site security of judicial officers. Emergency preparedness and emergency management including: Developing continuity of operations plans, building emergency evacuation procedures, and participates in judicial branch emergency preparedness. Facility Management including: Supervision and oversight of maintenance programs and staff to assure the efficient operation of subsystems, monitoring of air quality, occupational safety, energy management, space planning, grounds keeping, building hygiene, and parking. Purchasing/Procurement/Budget including: Contracting with service vendors and procurement of office supplies and equipment, and budget preparation. Intergovernmental Relations: Maintains a close, continuing liaison with the Florida Departments of Law Enforcement, Management Services, and counterparts in the Florida Legislature Governor’s office, Florida Highway Patrol, and State’s Emergency Operations Center. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university and ten years of executive management experience and experience in security or law enforcement is required. Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, or facilities management is preferred. Successful completion within one year of appointment of minimum standards training program approved by the Criminal Justice Training Commission is required in accordance with Chapter 25.251,F.S. Completion of the State Law Enforcement Certification Standards is desirable. Salary: $90,000-$100,000. (2004)

JUDICIAL SECURITY COORDINATOR: The Alabama Administrative Office of Courts (AOC) is currently accepting applications from qualified individuals to coordinate judicial security on a statewide basis. Duties: This position works with statewide and local courthouse security committees and officials to assess security conditions, recommend improvements, and provide technical assistance. This position is located in Montgomery, Alabama; however, extensive travel within the state is required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor’s degree and documented previous training in courthouse security, court security management, and hostage situations. Five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative experience developing, planning, and coordinating security systems in a large operation, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory capacity. A valid driver’s license is required. Preference will be given to applicants who have established/managed a statewide judicial security program. Annual salary range: $29,900 - $45,318. (1998)

DIRECTOR OF SECURITY: Trial Court, Boston, Massachusetts. Summary: The incumbent develops and implements a comprehensive plan to ensure the safety and security of every courthouse in the Commonwealth, aspects of which include the installation of appropriate security equipment, the training of all court personnel in security procedures, and the establishment of standards for the effective assignment and use of court officers and security employees for all departments of the trial court. Qualifications: include a master's degree in law enforcement, business or public administration, or similar program from an accredited college or university; ten years of work experience in law enforcement or a security related field, three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; experience in developing safety and security plans an din preparing reports; ability to organize, direct, and coordinate administrative and program activities and to supervise staff; the ability to establish work priorities and to work independently; and excellent communication skills. Salary is $62,341-68,656 annually. (1992)

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