Court Deputy-HRL

Oakland County • Pontiac, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is seeking a Court Deputy to maintain safety and order within Oakland County’s courts and government facilities. This role involves interacting with judges, court staff, attorneys, and the public, and plays a critical role in protecting the safety of court personnel, visitors, and the public. The position offers a dynamic environment where every day brings new situations and challenges, and the opportunity to be part of a professional law enforcement team dedicated to maintaining order and security within the justice system. You will gain valuable experience in courthouse operations, security procedures, and emergency response.

Requirements

• Be a High School graduate or have certificate of successful completion of the General Education Development Test (GED).
• Have at least two (2) years of full-time experience as a police officer, military, corrections, or Federal Law Enforcement officer; OR
• a. Have at least one (1) year of full-time work experience as an Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Deputy; OR
• b. Possess current MCOLES license OR be currently attending a Police Academy training or its equivalent (as required by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES); OR NOTE: Must have successfully completed the police academy and be eligible to be licensed prior to the date of hire.
• c. Be an Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Deputy, Marine Deputy, Mounted Deputy, or Park Deputy and have completed 1,000 hours of service; OR
• d. Successful completion of a Reserve Police Academy and completion of 1,000 hours of service.
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
• Have not been convicted of a violation of criminal law including domestic violence. (Criminal law generally includes all offenses except traffic law, conservation law and liquor law. Generally, conviction for a violation of criminal law is automatically disqualifying).
• Have at least 20/20 corrected vision with both eyes and have normal color vision and depth perception in both eyes.
• Have normal corrected hearing in each ear, per Michigan Commission On Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).
• Must maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
• Must maintain firearms qualification and deputy status.
• Ability to guard an area for a full eight hour day, operate a motor vehicle, speak and give commands, perform inspections and deliver items.

Nice To Haves

• Reasonable ability to make decisions under adverse conditions.
• Reasonable ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Reasonable ability and skills in writing general reports.
• Reasonable ability to provide information to the general public.
• Reasonable ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Reasonable ability and skill in maintaining prescribed items of uniform clothing and personal equipment issued by the department.
• Reasonable knowledge of first-aid methods.
• Some experience performing security work that requires the exercise of independent judgment based on reasonable knowledge of security practices and procedures.
• Night vision certification.
• Instrument rated in rotocraft or fixed wing aircraft.
• Possess current Flight Instructor Certification in rotocraft or fixed wing aircraft.
• Familiar with current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail and Internet software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security at the Oakland County Courthouse, County Complex Buildings, Friend of the Court, and District Courts.
• Screen visitors using x-ray machines, handheld metal detectors, and visual inspections of bags, purses, and packages to detect weapons or prohibited items.
• Provide security within courtrooms, judges’ chambers, probation departments, cashier areas, and building perimeters including parking lots.
• Respond to emergency situations and assist with maintaining order and making arrests when necessary.
• Provide emergency first aid and initial fire response until appropriate emergency personnel arrive.
• Monitor building activity and ensure compliance with courthouse security procedures.
• Utilize Countywide and department-specific software systems to complete reports and other job duties.
• Operate stationary x-ray machine and hand-held metal detectors to screen visitors for weapons and unauthorized objects.
• Direct the flow of traffic through the inspection area.
• Perform visual inspections of briefcases, purses, packages, etc., and examine these items using hand held metal detectors as necessary.
• Check identification for individuals authorized to carry weapons.
• Secure firearms in weapon storage areas or direct individuals to secure weapons and oversee this process.
• Search individuals for concealed weapons and/or contraband.
• Respond to disturbances and maintain order by warning individuals and apprehending disorderly persons.
• Restrain individuals and assist in making arrests.
• Respond to emergency situations in cases of illness, injury, or to prevent individuals from exiting the building or causing a disturbance.
• Utilize a two-way radio to place and receive calls and request back up support as necessary.
• Provide emergency first aid and/or CPR services until medical assistance arrives.
• Provide security in probation departments, front lobby/cashier areas and outside perimeter of courthouse buildings including parking lots.
• Patrol probation departments, front lobby/cashier areas and outside perimeter of courthouse buildings including parking lots.
• Answer questions and provide directions and basic information to the public regarding judicial and other County offices located in the courthouse.
• Utilize current countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to do meaningful work that matters
• Information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks can be found at: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

What This Job Offers

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