Court Security Officer/Bailiff - Superior Court (0726)

Coconino County•Flagstaff, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in maintaining the safety and security of the Courts and court services. This role acts as a Certified Court Security Officer, ensuring the safety of those who participate in the judicial process and providing safe and secure access to justice. Duties may include potentially high-risk situations involving the safety of court personnel and the public.

Requirements

A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
Three years of recent experience as a police officer, military police officer, or comparable security experience where training, qualifying with and carrying a firearm was required, to include recent experience in a position involving significant interaction with the public.
Must successfully complete the Arizona Supreme Court's Court Security Officer Training Academy within 90 days of employment.
Must successfully complete the Arizona Supreme Court's Court Security Officer Firearms Training Academy within 180 days of employment pursuant to ARS§12-299.10.
Candidates must successfully pass a psychological examination.
Must not have any felony conviction(s) within the last 10 years or dishonorable discharge from the military.
Must not have any misdemeanor conviction(s) involving domestic violence within the previous five years.
Ability to interact with people who are often: confused, angry, and/or openly hostile, while maintaining proper security and decorum.
Ability to understand Court procedures and processes.
Ability to interpret City policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to qualify with firearms and less lethal weapons, as assigned, on an annual basis.
Ability to learn and interpret City policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to identify hazardous or unsafe conditions or behaviors.
Ability to listen, communicate, and work effectively with a diverse group of people.
Proficiently perform computerized word processing, reading comprehension, summarizing, and writing/editing.
Ability to attend or conduct various meetings as needed.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, court staff, and the general public.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to attend a 40-hour Court Security Officer training course and be certified in accordance with standards set by the Arizona Administrative Office of the Courts.

Nice To Haves

Law enforcement experience and/or military experience or considerable knowledge of security systems and practices.

Responsibilities

Conduct screening of persons, baggage, or containers to ensure compliance with Court Security regulations, policies, and procedures.
Operate basic security equipment such as x-ray machines and hand wands at the court entrances.
Patrol court facilities and grounds.
Provide an armed security presence at the main court entrance conducting an overwatch of entry screening procedures.
Monitor security systems, including closed circuit video, fire and security alarms; and access control hardware.
Escort vendors when on premises.
Answer routine inquiries and direct visitors to appropriate areas.
Screen mail, including incoming and outgoing packages for suspicious contents.
Provide close judicial officer protection to include liaison with police regarding communicated threats via correspondence or in person.
Provide Courtroom security including security sweeps, jury protection and high-risk trial support.
Collect and process fingerprints for criminal justice purposes, court employment, and for adoption applicants.
Ensure the integrity of juries are maintained.
Handle court documentation, evidence, and exhibits.
Provide Critical Incident response, to include but not limited to an active shooter interdiction.
Prepare incident reports and daily log entries.
Prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas.
Enforce correction of infractions through verbal warning, expel unruly persons, and detain more serious offenders for proper authorities.
Attend Order of Protection and Injunction Against Harassment hearings.
Respond to assistance calls from courtrooms.
Qualify with firearms on an annual basis, and other defensive tactics and/or less lethal weapons as appropriate to the job assignment.
Work safely and support a culture of workplace safety.
Effectively follow directives.