Court Security Deputy - Temp

Anoka County

65d•$39•Onsite

About The Position

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office is seeking Temporary Court Security Deputies to work under the supervision of the Sheriff and perform court security duties as prescribed by the Tenth Judicial Court System. These part-time, temporary positions are intermittent up to 21 hours per week. The schedule will generally be daytime hours, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of job-related experience
In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis
Must currently be licensed or license eligible by the Minnesota Board of Peace Offices Standard and Training as a full-time peace officer OR retired in good standing as a peace officer in the state of Minnesota and current with POST license requirements
Must possess a valid Minnesota Driver’s License.
Must be able to meet departmental requirements (practical and written) in the carrying of a firearm.
Must successfully complete a thorough background investigation.
No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as “unauthorized Tattoos” under the sheriff’s Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office.
Tattoos that cover more than 50 percent of the exposed area of the arm while wearing an unaltered short-sleeved shirt must be covered by a long- sleeved shirt while the employee is representing the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office.
The exposed area is the area from the bend of the wrist to the shirt sleeve.
Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Criminal Justice of related field
Knowledge of laws, judicial procedures, regulations, rules and guidelines related to crime and evidence
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Skill in driving a motor vehicle under any conditions, handling and discharging firearms safely and proficiently, using radio, intercom, or other security/ emergency equipment as well as oral and written communication.
Ability to tolerate the stress associated with working in a potentially dangerous environment, maintain self-control when confronted with verbal harassment of threats and stay calm and respond with composure in emergencies.
Ability to demonstrate high integrity, honesty and trustworthiness consistent with effective law enforcement work.
Ability to see, hear and remember people, evidence, facts and circumstances, stand, walk and sit for long periods of time, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch or crawl periodically as needed, lift and carry or drag objects or people weighing up to 100 pounds and to chase and subdue suspects as required.
Work will primarily be performed in a Courthouse setting, but will also include travel to and from other County buildings.

Responsibilities

Calls the court to order and maintains order in the Courtroom.
Escorts defendants.
Protects and guards the jury and exhibits used in court trials.
Ensures the readiness of the Courtroom prior to proceedings.
Takes necessary action to thwart an escape or make an arrest as necessary.
Restrains individuals as directed or required
Records judicial directive or decisions on necessary forms for use by the Sheriff; makes warrant arrests if necessary.
Carries a weapon in the Courtroom.
Works the security screening checkpoint.