Court Security Manager - Superior Court (Countywide)

Yavapai County Government • Countywide, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Yavapai County Superior Court is seeking an experienced and highly professional Court Security Manager to oversee and coordinate courthouse security operations throughout Yavapai County. This position is responsible for promoting a safe, secure, and orderly environment for judges, court employees, attorneys, jurors, litigants, visitors, and members of the public. The Court Security Manager provides leadership and operational direction to court security personnel and works closely with judicial officers, court administration, law enforcement agencies, and other justice system partners. The position requires sound judgement, strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to respond appropriately to routine security matters as well as emergencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible relevant experience in court security, law enforcement, military, private security, or closely related field, to include two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Must successfully complete the Court Security Officer Academy within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Must successfully complete the Armed Court Security Officer Academy.
• Must comply with the Arizona Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and complete annual training as required by the Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET).
• Knowledge of Applicable State of Arizona statutes, Supreme Court rules, administrative orders, local court and Yavapai County policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Usage of security equipment, courtroom procedures, and the principles and practices of building evacuation.
• Knowledge of Principles and practices of supervision and performance management.
• Knowledge of Principles and practices of court security, methods, and techniques for providing safety and security and the provisions of providing emergency services.
• Knowledge of Safe and lawful handling and use of firearms and defensive weapons.
• Knowledge of Pertinent laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of Defensive tactics and application of non-lethal weapons for controlling volatile situations.
• Knowledge of Legal terminology, court processes, and courtroom procedures.
• Knowledge of Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
• Knowledge of Clerical office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Research techniques and report writing.
• Knowledge of Current Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of Filing and recordkeeping.
• Skill in Crisis management techniques.
• Skill in Assessing security needs and allocating resources as needed.
• Skill in Identifying and effectively diffusing potential threats.
• Skill in Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
• Skill in Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Skill in Organization and adherence to detail.
• Ability to Prioritize, schedule, and organize work to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to Keep court users safe from internal or external harm.
• Ability to Work under pressure in a highly dynamic work environment with changing demands and priorities.
• Ability to Make good observations, recall facts, and maintain a security awareness of the courthouse facilities.
• Ability to Evaluate and respond to security problems in a swift, effective manner and with appropriate actions.
• Ability to Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
• Ability to Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
• Ability to Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Ability to Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
• Ability to Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the operations of Court Security within the Superior Court and Justice Courts; participates in all personnel related activities; supervises, trains, and evaluates court security staff; prepares work schedules; interprets policies, directives, orders, and other operational regulations; covers court security posts as needed.
• Manages court electronic security systems; monitors court video surveillance systems and various fire and security alarm systems; performs patrols of designated areas; provides security escort services as requested; responds to emergencies and implements emergency procedures when appropriate and as directed.
• Operates metal detectors and x-ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects; prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas; interacts with the public, court officers, peace officers, judges, and employees, and provides customer service as required; assists bailiffs with security needs in courtrooms at the direction of judges and court administration.
• Develops and implements security policies and procedures; coordinates with local law enforcement and justice agencies; serves as liaison with jail personnel and coordinates/supports transport of prisoners in, through and out of the court facilities; reviews safety and security procedures; recommends and implements approved plans; conducts periodic security assessments in all Yavapai County court facilities.
• Identifies, develops, presents, justifies, and monitors budget; identifies staffing, equipment, materials, and supply needs; reviews and approves purchases and procurement; maintains inventory of supplies and materials; collects statistics and prepares periodic reports regarding security incidents in the court buildings.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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