Court Security Officer

Constellis•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

A Court Security Officer (CSO) provides protective services at or around United States Federal courthouses and other areas assigned under a contract to the U.S. Marshals Service. The role performs security work at fixed posts and through mobile or foot patrols, maintaining situational awareness and acting in accordance with post orders, facility rules, guidelines, and protocols. CSOs generally work under limited supervision from a Lead CSO and District Supervisor; the District Supervisor reports to the Contract Manager. This is a union position. The position may involve prolonged work in austere or uncomfortable conditions, including inclement weather, and may require extensive sitting, monitoring, walking, standing, searching, surveillance, kneeling, or stooping. A resume is required for consideration.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 21 years of age.
At least three years of verifiable civilian law enforcement experience, or equivalent law enforcement experience with the U.S. Armed Forces, including general arrest authority; all three years must have occurred within the last seven years.
Successful completion or graduation from a certified federal, state, county, local, or military law enforcement academy or program that provided instruction in using police powers in an armed capacity while dealing with the public. The certificate must be recognized by an appropriate authority and show eligibility for employment as a law enforcement officer.
Successfully complete pre-placement screening and evaluation, including criminal background, financial institution/credit bureau, and Freedom of Information Act disclosure checks.
Pass a criminal background screen, drug test, and physical examination.
Valid, unrestricted state driver's license, except for an eyeglass restriction.
Fluent ability to read, speak, and comprehend English and compose coherent written reports in English.
Meet medical and physical fitness requirements.
No felony conviction.
No misdemeanor conviction for a crime of domestic violence under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(9).
Submit a resume to be considered for the position.

Responsibilities

Enforce the District's entry and identification system; issue badges or passes to authorized personnel and monitor electronic access control for violations.
Test and report emergency equipment; monitor facility equipment and utility systems and report deficiencies to repair personnel.
Patrol and inspect court facilities, grounds, buildings, and fence lines in accordance with post orders, including conducting random surveillance for unauthorized or inappropriate activity and property removal.
Man authorized stationary posts and provide surveillance of incoming traffic to detect threats before they reach screening areas.
Screen, question, and inspect vehicles and pedestrians entering or exiting facilities as directed; prevent prohibited articles from being brought onto or removed from client facilities.
Provide armed escort services when assigned, including for judges, court personnel, jurors, designated individuals, or vehicles.
Provide security for off-site or remote judicial functions where access control and public screening can be conducted; direct traffic and control property traffic lights where applicable.
Provide courtroom security when assigned, maintain a security presence, and enforce federal law and judicial orders within the courthouse.
Turn over articles found in a facility to the COR and complete a CSO-003 within 24 hours of the incident.
Keep supervisors and managers informed of unusual occurrences and important events; monitor alarms, radio traffic, and other information sources, and dispatch or notify others as authorized.
Respond appropriately to fire alarms, burglary alarms, requests for assistance, and criminal acts.
Use issued equipment, radios, phones, and other communication devices properly; monitor equipment, guard against loss or damage, and promptly report loss or damage.
Escort individuals or vehicles according to post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines, and protocols.
Maintain required licenses, certifications, training, and records for legal employment as a security guard.
Log Property Pass numbers for authorized property or equipment movements; help secure government property, use the mantrap to detain personnel when needed, and report unauthorized removals.
Monitor RFID systems and respond to alarms indicating unauthorized removal of government property.
Grant authorized personnel access during non-working hours in accordance with procedures and access lists.
Provide additional security support for scheduled events during or after duty hours and for unscheduled emergencies when requested.
Maintain activity logs and administrative documents required by the contract.
Contact, assist, and cooperate with local, state, or federal law enforcement; locate, retain, and protect evidence; and testify in judicial or administrative proceedings as necessary.
Perform necessary work regardless of weather conditions and perform other duties as assigned.