Corporal (#619) Internal Judicial Branch Employees Only

Judicial Department•Bangor, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking motivated law enforcement officers or individuals with a minimum of Phase 1 pre-service training to join their team. The Office of Judicial Marshals is a law enforcement agency responsible for ensuring the safety and security of judges, court staff, jurors, witnesses, court participants, and the public within the court system. This position involves supervising Deputy Judicial Marshals in the absence of a Sergeant, providing a safe and secure environment for court proceedings, and acting as the first line of defense for the court system through entry screening. Corporals must be prepared to handle intense emotional situations and potential physical confrontations, and may need to travel and work in different locations with short notice, including nights and weekends. The role assists the Sergeant in coordinating judicial marshal services, including trials, emergency procedures, courthouse safety, security training, threat assessment, health and safety, and inter-agency coordination.

Requirements

Graduation from high school (or GED).
Three (3) years of experience as a full time Deputy Judicial Marshal or similar relevant experience.
College coursework or advanced supervisory law enforcement training may be substituted for the work experience on a year-for-year basis.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check required, to include at a minimum, the following: successful passing of the ALERT test administered by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy; and submission of required fingerprint cards and clearance by the FBI; and verification of education and experience, medical and psychological review and certification of status, general suitability for assignment to the courts; and polygraph examination; and criminal and motor vehicle record checks.
Completed the Maine Criminal Justice Academy 100-hour reserve law enforcement officer training.
Have and maintain qualification to utilize firearms and other defensive weapons according to Maine Criminal Justice Academy standards.
Have and maintain certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Must maintain law enforcement certification through the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.
Knowledge of and ability to effectively use crisis interaction skills.
Knowledge of and ability to use restraint and defensive tactics.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Strong supervisory skills.
Ability to organize and supervise the security operations in the assigned courts.
Ability to train security and court personnel as to procedures regarding internal and external emergencies, safeguards and precautions.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written communications.
Ability to interact effectively with judges/justices, other court staff, attorneys, and the general public in a variety of situations and circumstances.
Ability to interact well with people in difficult and stressful situations.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discretely.
Knowledge and ability to operate security devices, alarm systems, and communication equipment.
Knowledge of Courthouse Emergency Plans in all assigned court locations, including the plans for detention area security, where applicable.
Knowledge of court procedures, legal documents, and legal processes.
Conforms to all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the Office of Judicial Marshal Services including such policies and procedures regarding infectious disease exposure control.
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 the Judicial Marshal Services.
Must receive and maintain certification as a law enforcement officer as required by law.

Responsibilities

In the absence of the Sergeant, or as requested, supervises Deputy Judicial Marshals, including the planning, assigning, and reviewing of work.
Manages security arrangements for each court day and session as needed.
In the absence of the Sergeant, or as requested, is responsible for the daily scheduling and assignment of Deputy Judicial Marshals under his/her command.
Shall be required to perform all duties and assignments consistent with the duties of Deputy Judicial Marshals.
May be required to assist within the court room with the orderly flow of paperwork between the judge/justice, clerk’s office, defendants and other participants.
Assists with the movement of evidence as requested.
Supervises and maintains a presence in public areas of court facilities as needed.
Ensures that the duties and job assignments of the Deputy Judicial Marshals are carried out in accordance with the directives of the Office of Judicial Marshal Services.
Directs persons to building locations and provides information on court schedules and proceedings as authorized.
Works on special projects as assigned and needed in the absence of the Sergeant.
May assist and/or participate in high risk trial planning and scheduling, threat assessment, and special details as required.
Maintains oversight of all issued equipment at an approved level of serviceability.
When Superior Court is in session, is responsible for overseeing general security for jury pools, jurors, and witnesses, as required.
Assist and oversee the checking and testing of alarm systems, and monitors electronic consoles, as required.
Ensures entry screening is in operation, if possible, as directed by policy.
Assists and oversees the writing and filing of incident case reports, arrest reports, etc., for each case handled during the shift.