Court Security Deputy, Sheriff Department

Alamosa County•Alamosa, CO

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides security at the Alamosa County Justice Center. Work schedule is usually 8 am to 5 pm, Monday thru Friday. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (The following are illustrative of essential functions to perform duties and responsibilities of the job. The position may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional tasks as needed by the Department. Reasonable accommodations, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, will be made when possible.) Observes all persons entering the court room, their movement and their activities; limit access to the bench and other restricted areas. Monitors entry magnetometer. Searches the interior of the court room, judicial chambers, jury room, restrooms and other restricted areas each morning prior to the arrival of any other court participants. May need to conduct similar searches following recesses to assure the rooms are clear of weapons, explosives, or contraband. Assist all court personnel with security issues as needed. Provide direction and general information top persons entering the building. Assists generally in court regarding signing of orders and other documents. Sees to the needs of the jury to include monitoring, directing and controlling juror activities, including verdict deliberation period, to ensure performance of court duties in compliance with orders, rules and regulations by observing and informing jurors of proper procedures when appropriate. Assures that criminal defendants, who are in custody, are prevented from having physical contact with family, friends, or spectator in order to prevent the passing of weapons of contraband. Maintains confidentiality Enforces laws and ordinances and investigates violations of the same. Follows department policies and procedures. Studies applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Maintains a working knowledge of arrestee rights. Familiar with preventive, protective and defensive tactics. Mediates disputes, responds to notices of disturbance. Computer skills including record keeping as required Show up for work on time and be ready to work Other duties as assigned Ability to work schedule to meet all the obligation of the position

Requirements

Knowledge of court systems and procedure
Policies and procedures of law enforcement
Learn and operate software specific to program
Computer/word processing to include MS-Word, Excel & Outlook
Analytical and problem solving skills
Decision making in a stressful environment
Maintain composure during stressful times
Ability to take initiative to accomplishing all tasks assigned
Ability to work alone and unsupervised
Addressing complaints and resolving problems
Ability to work with all Court personnel
Ability to work independently or in a team
Ability to communicate (verbally & in writing) in English
Ability to meet the physical requirements listed below
At least two (2) years of experience in law enforcement
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Colorado Driver’s License required
Must possess the physical ability to run for long periods of time, if necessary, in pursuit of a suspect.
Must also possess the ability to contain and apprehend the suspect once captured.
Must be trained in the use of communication equipment, firearms, Electronic Control Board, stun devises, camera equipment, handcuffs and leg irons, tactical equipment, bullet proof vest, PR24 Baton or ASP, restraint equipment, fire control equipment, and O.C. Spray.
Position requires the ability to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment at efficient speed.
The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, and to reach with hands and arms.
The position is required to stand, sit for long periods of time, talk and hear.
Hearing and vision correctable to normal ranges; close-up vision and the ability to adjust focus across an audience.
Occasionally, the position may stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, carry, twist and push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight.
The employee is required to communicate both orally and in writing.
Employee must be able to reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls, and drive for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally lift and/or move from 50 to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

POST Certified preferred, but not required
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Observes all persons entering the court room, their movement and their activities; limit access to the bench and other restricted areas.
Monitors entry magnetometer.
Searches the interior of the court room, judicial chambers, jury room, restrooms and other restricted areas each morning prior to the arrival of any other court participants.
May need to conduct similar searches following recesses to assure the rooms are clear of weapons, explosives, or contraband.
Assist all court personnel with security issues as needed.
Provide direction and general information top persons entering the building.
Assists generally in court regarding signing of orders and other documents.
Sees to the needs of the jury to include monitoring, directing and controlling juror activities, including verdict deliberation period, to ensure performance of court duties in compliance with orders, rules and regulations by observing and informing jurors of proper procedures when appropriate.
Assures that criminal defendants, who are in custody, are prevented from having physical contact with family, friends, or spectator in order to prevent the passing of weapons of contraband.
Maintains confidentiality
Enforces laws and ordinances and investigates violations of the same.
Follows department policies and procedures.
Studies applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Maintains a working knowledge of arrestee rights.
Familiar with preventive, protective and defensive tactics.
Mediates disputes, responds to notices of disturbance.
Computer skills including record keeping as required
Show up for work on time and be ready to work
Other duties as assigned
Ability to work schedule to meet all the obligation of the position