Sheriff: Building Security Corporal (INTERNAL ONLY)

Vigo County, Indiana•Terre Haute, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Security Corporal performs intermediate security responsibilities for the Vigo County Sheriff Department, enforcing laws and protecting people who work at or visit the Vigo County Courthouse, Annex, and Juvenile Center. The incumbent works under established Department policies and procedures, with priorities and schedules primarily determined by a supervisor and public service needs. Assignments have definite objectives and use varied methods; unusual or unprecedented matters are referred to a supervisor. The position receives indirect or occasional supervision, with moderate flexibility and occasional decisions made without specific policies or supervisor guidance. Errors may damage equipment or adversely affect Department operations or the public. The role involves frequent contact with co-workers, County departments, Courts, law enforcement agencies, and the public to exchange information and maintain cooperative relationships. Duties are performed in county buildings and include public-facing security work. The incumbent may encounter hostile individuals, wear protective equipment as required by Department policy, and respond to emergencies, including on a 24-hour on-call basis. The position is appointed by the Chief of Operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Two years of service in CBS, or one year of service in CBS and three years of service in another area of law enforcement.
No written disciplinary action in the last 365 days.
No suspensions in the last two years.
Ability to occasionally work extended, irregular, or evening hours and occasionally serve on 24-hour call for emergencies.
Valid driver’s license and demonstrated safe driving record.

Responsibilities

Enforce local, state, and federal laws and implement policies to protect lives and property.
Monitor security cameras and conduct perimeter security checks at the Courthouse, Annex, and Juvenile Center.
Screen articles using an X-ray machine, monitor metal detectors, and search individuals who trigger an alarm.
Apprehend and arrest individuals who violate laws; advise them of their constitutional rights; search suspects and arrestees; and seize weapons or contraband.
Collect, preserve, and maintain the chain of custody of evidence.
Escort inmates from Court back to the Jail.
Gather and distribute information on a need-to-know basis, assist members of the public entering and visiting the Courthouse, and maintain confidentiality and information security.
Respond to emergency calls and panic-button alarms, and evacuate the Courthouse during bomb threats or other emergencies.
Assist in Court as needed, take individuals into custody at a Judge’s request, and serve warrants as needed.
Assist officers from other departments at the Courthouse, Annex, or Juvenile Center for paperwork, hearings, or trials.
Prepare and submit required reports and activity summaries to superiors by established Department deadlines.
Provide testimony in legal proceedings or court as necessary.
Attend required seminars and in-service training.