Court Security Deputy

Lake County Government•Leadville, CO

1d•$56,975 - $70,673•Onsite

About The Position

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a P.O.S.T certified Law Enforcement Officer or an individual that is not certified, with a strong desire to serve our community with professionalism and honesty. Must possess good communication skills and a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Service and Excellence. The ability to connect with a diverse community in a rural setting, preferably with bilingual proficiency and a desire for public service. Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half, after 40 in hours in a 7-day work period. County employees can also receive an annual allowance for health and wellness costs. End of Year bonus. Based on months of service within the year. Duty Firearm will be provided. All uniform, belts, holsters, and other equipment, including ballistic body armor and plates, with the exception of footwear, are provided. Ballistic armor is replaced every five years at no cost to the employee. Current P.O.S.T, applicable instructor skills certifications will be considered for incentive bonuses to salary. (Firearms, arrest control, driving skills, other) Culture of personal and professional development through skills instructor courses, education, higher learning, etc. Advanced Education Pay. Up to 6% salary increase for applicable college education completed. Spanish/English bilingual skills incentive. A supplemental pay increase to salary is available for bilingual skills demonstrated through testing.

Requirements

Must participate in quarterly firearms training and control training annually.
Must be capable of using Arrest Control methods, which includes gross and fine motor skills, kicks, strikes, pressure points, joint locks, and handcuffing.
Must be able to complete and successfully pass an oral board, psychological exam, and physical ability exam.
Must maintain a sufficient level of physical fitness to perform the essential functions of the job.
Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish
Colorado P.O.S.T. Certification
Applicable instructor skills certifications (Firearms, arrest control, driving skills, other)
Degrees in postsecondary education

Responsibilities

Provide security during normal business hours M-F, 8-5 and extended court procedures.
Shall maintain security of the Courtroom and inmates.
Conduct and assist with inmate transport.
Shall escort inmates from the jail to the Courtroom.
Shall ensure that criminal defendants who are in custody are prevented from having physical contact with family, friends, or spectators to prevent the passing of weapons or contraband.
Observes the movement and activities of all persons entering the courthouse.
Limits access to the bench and other restricted areas.
Monitors entry magnetometer and other security screening equipment.
Search the interior of the courtroom, judicial chambers, jury room, restroom, and other restricted areas each morning prior to the arrival of any other court participants.
Conducts equivalent searches following any recesses to assure the rooms are clear of weapons, explosives, or contraband.
Assists all court personnel with security issues as needed.
Escorts jury members to court ordered locations by use of approved transportation.
Detain persons who violate a court order and/or city ordinances under the direction of the Sheriff, Sergeant, or Judge.
Collects and preserves contraband from persons who enter the courtroom building including evidence.
Provides directions and general information to people entering the building.
Writes and files incident case reports, arrest reports for each case handled during the shift.
Maintains a log/record of incidents occurring within the courthouse as it pertains to Colorado Courthouse Security funding requirements.
Assists with calls that are non-emergent or POST certification.
Cases assigned by the Sheriff, Undersheriff or Sergeant.
Assists the Detention Deputy in his/her duties as required in association with court duties.
Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

Additional pay potential for fluency in Spanish, degrees in postsecondary education, certified field training officer, and other training certificate
Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half, after 40 in hours in a 7-day work period.
Annual allowance for health and wellness costs.
End of Year bonus.
Duty Firearm will be provided.
All uniform, belts, holsters, and other equipment, including ballistic body armor and plates, with the exception of footwear, are provided.
Ballistic armor is replaced every five years at no cost to the employee.
Culture of personal and professional development through skills instructor courses, education, higher learning, etc.
Advanced Education Pay. Up to 6% salary increase for applicable college education completed.
Spanish/English bilingual skills incentive.