Corporal - Somerset County, Internal Judicial Branch Employees Only

Maine Judicial Branch•Skowhegan, ME

4d•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporal is a Deputy Judicial Marshal who assists the Sergeant and supervises Deputy Judicial Marshals in the Sergeant’s absence or as requested. The role helps coordinate judicial marshal services, including trials, emergency procedures, courthouse safety, security training, threat assessment, health and safety procedures, and coordination with law enforcement agencies. The Corporal may be responsible for personnel at multiple locations within a geographic region. The position provides for the safety and security of judges and justices, court staff, jurors, witnesses, other court participants, and the public. Work includes entry screening and may require responding quickly to emotionally charged situations, including direct physical contact or confrontation. Corporals must be able to travel and work at different locations within the state on short notice; night and weekend assignments are possible. The presiding judge or justice provides direction during legal proceedings.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
Three years of experience as a full-time Deputy Judicial Marshal or similar relevant experience; college coursework or advanced supervisory law enforcement training may substitute for work experience year for year.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including passing the ALERT test administered by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy; submitting fingerprint cards and receiving FBI clearance; verification of education and experience; medical and psychological review and certification of status; general suitability review for court assignments; polygraph examination; and criminal and motor vehicle record checks.
Completion of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy 100-hour reserve law enforcement officer training.
Maintain qualification to use firearms and other defensive weapons according to Maine Criminal Justice Academy standards.
Maintain CPR certification.
Maintain law enforcement certification through the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.
Knowledge of and ability to effectively use crisis interaction skills, restraint, and defensive tactics.
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong supervisory skills and the ability to organize and supervise court security operations.
Ability to train security and court personnel on procedures for internal and external emergencies, safeguards, and precautions.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written communications.
Ability to interact effectively with judges and justices, court staff, attorneys, and the public in varied situations.
Ability to interact effectively with people in difficult and stressful situations.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discreetly.
Knowledge of and ability to operate security devices, alarm systems, and communication equipment.
Knowledge of courthouse emergency plans at assigned locations, including detention-area security plans where applicable.
Knowledge of court procedures, legal documents, and legal processes.
Comply with Office of Judicial Marshal Services rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including infectious disease exposure control policies.
Successfully complete the Basic Maine Judicial Marshals Training Program under Title 25 §2804-E, in-service law enforcement training, and subsequent in-service training as required by Judicial Marshal Services.
Receive and maintain law enforcement officer certification as required by law.
Current Judicial Branch employees must apply through Find Jobs using their existing PRISM account.

Responsibilities

In the Sergeant’s absence or as requested, supervise Deputy Judicial Marshals, including planning, assigning, and reviewing their work.
Manage security arrangements for court days and sessions as needed.
Schedule and assign Deputy Judicial Marshals under the Corporal’s command in the Sergeant’s absence or as requested.
Perform duties and assignments consistent with those of Deputy Judicial Marshals.
Assist with the orderly flow of courtroom paperwork and movement of evidence when requested.
Maintain a presence in public areas of court facilities as needed.
Ensure Deputy Judicial Marshals carry out their duties and assignments in accordance with Office of Judicial Marshal Services directives.
Direct people to locations in the building and provide authorized information about court schedules and proceedings.
Work on special projects as assigned in the Sergeant’s absence.
Assist with or participate in high-risk trial planning and scheduling, threat assessments, and special details as required.
Maintain oversight of issued equipment and ensure it remains at an approved level of serviceability.
Oversee general security for jury pools, jurors, and witnesses when Superior Court is in session, as required.
Assist with and oversee checking and testing alarm systems and monitoring electronic consoles, as required.
Ensure entry screening is operating when possible, as directed by policy.
Assist with and oversee the writing and filing of incident case reports, arrest reports, and other reports for cases handled during the shift.

Benefits

13 paid holidays, more than two weeks of vacation leave, and 12 paid sick days each year.
Paid uniforms and an annual clothing/equipment stipend.
No shifts during holidays, overnights, or weekends.
Four weeks of paid parental leave.
Gym membership reimbursement program.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Health insurance with 85%–100% of the employee-only plan paid by the employer.
Health insurance premium credit reducing employee premiums by 5%.
Dental insurance fully paid by the employer for the employee-only plan.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Defined Benefit Pension plan contributions.
Voluntary deferred compensation through a 457 retirement savings plan.
Up to $1,000 in tuition reimbursement each year.
Employer-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary.
Longevity pay after 10 years of employment.