Security
Job Descriptions
SECURITY OPERATIONS CHIEF: District of Columbia Courts, Executive Office Division. Washington, D.C. Summary: This position is located in the Executive Office of the District of Columbia Courts, which are comprised of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, the Superior Court, and the Court System. The incumbent serves as the security operations advisor to the Executive Officer and the Chief Judges of the two courts. Duties: Directs all work required for physical security, security program planning, development and operations, custody of the courthouse, and the personal security of the judges and staff. Implements building security and security protection measures directed by the Chief Judges and the Executive Officer, in consultation with the U.S. Marshals Service. Develops security and operational policies and plans, and establishes operating guidelines and procedures. Provides recommendations on security equipment and infrastructure enhancements. Develops the Courts’ Continuity of Operations Plan to ensure continued functioning in the event of disaster. Coordinates security awareness training for judicial officers and Court staff. Screens intelligence and threat information related to security matters. Serves as the Courts’ Contracting Officer Technical Representative to the security officer contract. Serves as the Courts’ security liaison with the U.S. Marshals Service personnel and security officer contractor staff. Staffs the Courts’ Security Committee. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in the social sciences, plus six years of general experience in security or law enforcement, including two years as a supervisor. Equivalent levels of education or general experience may be substituted. Salary: $120,830 - $153,200. (2009)
JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER: Superior Court of Arizona, Mohave County. Kingman, AZ. Summary: The Mohave County Probation Department is seeking to establish a hiring register used to fill full-time regular Juvenile Detention Officer positions in the Juvenile Detention Facility. Duties: Positions perform journey-level work involved in the care, welfare, custody, and control of juveniles. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or equivalent, and one year successful experience as a Juvenile Detention Officer Recruit, or prior detention officer experience in a juvenile detention center or related detention facility experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Also requires the ability to work varied shifts in a secured facility. Full-time 40 hours per week benefits eligible positions. Salary: $15.28 to $23.68 per hour (DOQ). (2009)
COURT SECURITY DIRECTOR: Louisiana 1st Circuit Court of Appeals. Baton Rouge, LA. Summary: Louisiana 1st Circuit Court of Appeal seeks a Security Director to manage security staff, ensure security for entire Court, and serve as Court’s public contact for all security matters. Duties: Candidate must be highly skilled in training and investigatory procedures; have ability to work well with other security and public safety agencies; exhibit knowledge of security regulations, rules of evidence, and firearms/certifications; and demonstrate competence in developing new policies and procedures. Qualifications: Candidate must have 10+ years progressive experience in law enforcement or security, valid LA driver’s license, clean driving record and background check, post certification or other formal training, and continuing education in law enforcement. College degree strongly preferred. Salary: Starts around mid-$40,000s to high-$50,000s. (2009)
MARSHAL: Florida First District Court of Appeal. Tallahassee, FL. Summary: The Marshal is a constitutional officer whose authority and responsibilities are defined by Article V, Section 4(c) of the Constitution of the State of Florida, and Chapter 35.26, Florida Statutes. Please see the announcement for the position on the court’s website (www.1dca.org) for additional information on the various duties of the Marshal. Duties: The Marshal works under the supervision of the Chief Judge in the day to day management of the court pursuant to policies adopted by the active judges of the court. The court’s budget is set by legislative appropriation and the court relies on the Marshall to serve as the financial officer of the court. The Marshal’s duties also include facility management, court security, human relations, purchasing, accounting, auditing, payroll, recordkeeping, information technology, legislative interaction, public affairs, and ADA/sexual harassment policy coordination. The Marshal will also be involved in assisting the Building Committee in overseeing construction of a new courthouse. Professional experience in these areas are highly desirable attributes for the Marshal position, as well as the ability to establish priorities, work well with others, and conduct court business with integrity and confidentiality. Qualifications: Completion of minimum standards training program approved by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission within the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, training to be completed within one year of appointment. Salary: $102,646.68. (2008)
MARSHAL: Garland, TX. Duties: Responsible for maintaining order in Courtroom proceedings and during prisoner processing. Monitor the metal detector; complete prisoner transfers from other agencies by means of transport or time serve releases. Must also have knowledge of, and follow courtroom directives. Process prisoner documentation, make arrests, control unruly patrons and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Six months/one year of specialized vocational, administrative or technical study beyond high school equivalency and one year experience. Must have completed a State of Texas Certified Peace Officer Academy and be in good standing with TCLEOSE. Valid State of Texas Class C driver's license. Three years experience in law enforcement and one year college level education in criminal justice. Knowledge of the state penal code, code of criminal procedures and local ordinances. Ability to successfully complete pre-employment background, driver’s license check, polygraph and psychological testing as required. Familiarity with courtroom Marshal functions and conduct. Salary: $34,000 - $40,000. (2008)
MARSHAL:
Trinity
County
Superior Court, CA. Summary: The
marshal supervises the staff of deputy marshals, and plans,
organizes, directs, coordinates, and supervises security in the
Courthouse. This
position reports to the court executive officer for all human
resources and related administrative matters, and to the judges
regarding security in the Courthouse. Duties:
Primary responsibilities include building security,
courtroom and perimeter security, debt collection and levy’s.
The marshal, through his or her staff, ensures the safety
of judges, commissioners, and court staff at all times, and also
provides a safe environment for all persons using Court
facilities. Qualifications: Possession of a valid and current Intermediate
Certificate issued by the State Peace Officers’ Standards and
Training Commission (POST). Five years of experience as a deputy
sheriff/marshal
or equivalent law enforcement position.
Possession of a valid California Class C driver license
with an acceptable driving record. Regular and punctual
attendance is essential. Successful completion of a
comprehensive personal background investigation, polygraph
examination, psychological evaluation, physical examination, and
alcohol/drug test; A citizen of the
United States
or applied for citizenship one year prior to hire. Ability to
lift 100 pounds;
All Court
employees must take the Oath of Allegiance. Salary:
$5,213.60-$6,337.18 per Month. (2007)
EXECUTIVE
MANAGER: Travis County Justice &
Public Safety. Summary: The Travis County Justice &
Public Safety is seeking an Executive Manager Justice &
Public Safety. Serves under the general policy direction of the
Commissioners Court. Duties: Responsible for
administration, management, and functions, and operates as
Direct Supervisor for Department Heads for the Travis County
Counseling and Education Services Department, the Juvenile
Public Defender, and operates as Department Head for the
Criminal Justice Planning Department. Serves as primary liaison
between Commissioners Court and justice organizations, entities,
and jurisdictions in the justice and public safety arena.
Manages multiple departments through senior administrators to
ensure completion of performance mission and objectives in
compliance with multi-million dollar operating and capital
budgets. Advises the Commissioners Court on matters pertaining
to justice and public safety issues. Works with other
independently elected or appointed officials in the county,
city, state and community on matters pertaining to the justice
system and public safety. Directs administrative work relating
to a broad range of county management issues in the justice and
public safety arena. Negotiates and monitors contracts and other
purchasing processes under JPS authority. Qualifications: Bachelor's
degree in Business Administration, Management, Public
Administration, Justice, Public Safety, Public/Policy
Administration, or a related field AND eight (8) years of
progressively responsible senior administrative level,
professional management and leadership experience in Criminal
Justice, at the executive level of state and local government,
or public sector management/administration, including a minimum
of five (5) years of senior administrative level and supervision
of managerial and professional personnel work activities and
responsibility for developing, implementing and managing goals
and objectives with significant organizational impact.
Preferred: Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business
Administration, Communications, Public Safety or a related
field. Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s License. Salary:
Minimum: $8892.75 Monthly; Midpoint: $11560.57; Monthly; and
Maximum: $14228.40 Monthly. All ranges commensurate with
experience. (2006)
MARSHAL OF THE COURTS: Judiciary of
Guam, Administrative Office of the Courts. Summary:
This is complex court management and legal administrative work
which involves directing, administering and supervising the
various functions and mandates of the Marshals Division. Duties:
Under the general administrative direction of the
Administrator of the Courts, employees in this class work with
considerable latitude in the exercise of independent judgment
and action, but in accordance with laws, rules, regulations and
judicial policies and procedures. Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration
or closely related field from a recognized college or university
and eight years of experience in legal, law enforcement or court
work of which four years must be in a supervisory capacity; OR:
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration
or closely related field from a recognized college or university
and nine years of experience in legal, law enforcement or court
work of which four years must be in a supervisory capacity.
Preferred: Graduation from a recognized law enforcement
certification program or academy; possession of a valid firearms
permit. (2006)
MARSHAL: Supreme
Court of Florida. Summary: The
Supreme Court Marshal is a constitutional officer and is the
custodian of all property, building and grounds, and inventory,
and is responsible for security, emergency preparedness,
maintenance and facilities management, development and execution
of the Court’s operational budget, purchasing and telephone
communication services. The Marshal also has the power to insure
the execution of the Court’s orders throughout the state. 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, and facility
management is necessary. Salary: $90,000 - $100,000. (2006)
RENO
MUNICIPAL COURT
MARSHAL: Reno
Municipal Court, Nevada. Summary: To perform court services and law enforcement functions of
the court including casework services, service arrest warrants,
subpoenas, summonses, and other court orders, supervision of
assigned defendants placed on suspended sentence, referral
services, field work enforcement activities, court security, and
assisting other local law enforcement agencies. Duties:
Apprehend, arrest, and maintain custody of offenders and
individuals sought on arrest warrants issued by Municipal Court
Judges; process and serve subpoenas, summonses, complaints, and
other court orders including temporary orders for protection.
Maintain order during court sessions and remain alert to
possible disturbances; provide security for the Judge in
attendance; obtain materials needed by the Judge during
proceedings; announce Judge and call court to order; maintain
custody of offenders awaiting trial or transport back to the
jail; remand persons to custody during court proceedings.
Operate metal detection and x-ray devices; monitor security
cameras, alarms, and access to secured areas; respond to
emergency situations in the Municipal Court and other court
facilities as requested; conduct investigations of injury,
accidents, and/or crimes occurring in court facilities.
Supervise assigned defendants placed on suspended sentences;
perform casework services including review of defendants’
progress and compliance through face to face interviews,
counseling reports, and progress reports from other community
agencies, courts, or service providers; maintain confidential
files and update court files; prepare affidavits and warrants
for arrest. Obtain criminal history and driving records
utilizing various systems including NCIC/CJIS, PLIMS, ITMS, and
Tiburon on individuals appearing in court or for whom warrants
of arrest have been issued; enter information and update FACTS;
verify insurance and other documents submitted as proof of
compliance; prepare reports on operational assignments.
Transport prisoners to and from law enforcement agencies.
Interview witnesses and various members of the public; contact
and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters
relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation
of offenses. Initiate booking sheets and other court documents
on subjects remanded to custody by the court and for subjects
ordered to community service, house arrest, counseling, traffic
school, or other conditions required by suspended sentence;
obtain needed signatures and other vital personal information;
answer inquiries and explain court policy and procedure to
defendants and the general public. Enforce laws and ordinances,
issue warnings and citations, and make arrests for violations
occurring in areas of assignment. Perform a variety of peace
officer duties including responding to requests from other law
enforcement agencies for back-up and emergency assistance.
Maintain both physical and psychological standards as required
by POST and NRS. Qualifications:
One year of experience working with the public. Equivalent
to a high school diploma supplemented by completion of POST
Academy
Category I Course of study. Two years of college are desirable.
Salary: $47,449 - $60,558.
(2006)
COURTROOM
SECURITY OFFICERS:
Lake
County
Sheriff (Illinois), Court Security Division. Duties: Under direct supervision performs work of moderate
difficulty in providing general security in courtrooms and in
adjacent public areas. Maintains order and decorum in a
courtroom. Sits or stands in a position that shall enable
the officer to monitor all persons, including Court staff, in
the courtroom. Develops and maintains positive working
relationships with other employees, public officials, other
County employees, and the general public. Handles
stressful situations, such as gang problems, fights and multiple
problems simultaneously. Performs administrative support
functions to ensure timely operation of court sessions including
making telephone requests for interpreters and monitors
court call by keeping in contact with Lake County Jail personnel
regarding prisoner escorts. May be assigned to the Lake
County Court Complex, Depke
Center
in Vernon Hills, Branch Court
I in the Lakehurst Mall area, or Branch Court III in Grayslake,
and the Mundelein Branch Court. Qualifications:
Considerable knowledge of courtroom procedures and operations.
Ability to develop positive working relationships with other
employees, public officials, other County employees, and
the general public. Good communications skills and the
ability to handle multiple tasks. Working knowledge of
radio, pager, cell phone, computer, and telephone. Law
enforcement experience required. Must be 21 years
of age. High school diploma or equivalent GED. Minimum of
five years police and/or courtroom security experience. Must
possess valid F.O.I.D. card. New hires are considered
probationary employees for a period of one(1) year during which
time the officer must complete mandated court security
training including forty (40) hour state mandated firearms
training. Applicants must provide professional resume.
The application process includes an oral interview,
psychological examination,
background
investigation, and a medical examination. Salary: $18.22 hourly.
(2006)
COURT
SECURITY OFFICER: Maricopa County, Arizona. Duties: A
Court Security Officer operates metal detectors and x-ray
screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous
objects; inspects identification badges; monitors closed circuit
TV and various fire and security alarm systems; performs walking
and mobile patrols of a designated area; responds to
emergencies; and may be required to serve as lead officer at a
post or station, serve independently at a remote or satellite
location with little or no direct supervision, and be qualified
to carry and use chemical agents, restraints, batons, and other
non-lethal defensive weapons. These positions are unclassified
under the Judicial Merit System Resolution and Rules. These
positions are not eligible for benefits. Qualifications:
The position requires a
High School Diploma or GED and one year of security, police,
surveillance patrol or customer-intensive public service
experience. Salary: $10.36/hour. (2006)
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