Court Deputy - Common Pleas Court

Lucas County • Toledo, OH

7h

About The Position

Provide security in all facilities in which Court personnel are located.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

The following duties indicate the general nature and level of work performed by
this position. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications
required of this position. Other duties may be required or assigned at any
time.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• May be required to drive a County vehicle.
• LEADS/NORIS Certification eligibility required; valid Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy (OPOTA) Certificate.
• Must be able to be appointed as Special Deputy by the Lucas County Sheriff.
• Must possess keen analytical and organizational skills and the ability to function at a high level within a large, complex organization.
• Knowledge of common office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Proficiency in operating a personal computer and using Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to prioritize work, work independently without daily direct supervision, and manage a variety of projects simultaneously in a high pressure atmosphere under severe time constraints. Must have excellent-management skills and be highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with Judges, other elected officials, Court employees, Law Enforcement officers, Lawyers, outside agencies, businesses, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Creativity and ability to conceive and implement innovative approaches to solve problems and meet objectives. Ability to recognize the need for change and respond with flexibility to changing program demands, propose solutions, and ensure that solutions are implemented.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate verbally and in writing in English to diverse audiences, and to produce concise, error-free documents and reports.
• Ability to organize and lead meetings of employees, Judges, and others, and to make oral presentations before elected and appointed officials, public and private groups, Court employees, and others.
• Must be conscious of and sensitive to the diversity within the Court’s jurisdiction and be able to interact professionally with this diverse population of people from many different geographic, socioeconomic, religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds on a regular basis.
• Professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for a representative of elected officials.
• Demonstrated dependability, reliability, and excellent attendance record.
• Patience, objectivity, maturity, effectiveness under stress, initiative, adaptability, leadership, and sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Additional consideration will be given to applicants who have prior experience working in law enforcement or a court system.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and safety at all Court operated facilities.
• Screen and control access to all Court facilities; and monitor the facilities’ perimeters.
• Respond to emergency needs and situations.
• Maintain crowd control and assist with prisoner supervision.
• Assist with jury views, sequestration, and escort.
• Perform arrests and prisoner transport.
• Assist, communicate, and provide direction to the public.
• Review, process, and complete paperwork, and produce reports in accordance with operational and personnel requirements.
• Input information into Court and law enforcement systems.
• Maintain certification and proficiency in LEADS/NORIS, Taser, Firearms, CPR/AED, and any other safety/security programs adopted by the Court.

Benefits

• Affordable health insurance
• Free dental and prescription drug plan
• Free Life Insurance
• Wellness Program, health coaches, free health screenings, reimbursement for gym memberships, weight loss programs, smoking cessation, cardia rehab, and diabetes case management
• Ohio Public Employment Retirement (vested at 5 years of employment), Deferred Compensation Programs
• Paid Time Off – sick leave, vacation leave, personal days, flex time, 12 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED