Court Security Officer-Sheriff

Elkhart County Government • Goshen, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs security functions for the Elkhart County Courts in Goshen. Duties include, but not limited to: security screening, security patrols, control center monitoring, transports, preparing and filing reports, supervision of inmates at trials and other related functions. Must follow universal precaution standards for blood borne diseases. This is an entry level position. Successful candidates have an opportunity to advance through a career development program within the Sheriff's Office. Experienced officers begin at the Probationary Officer pay rate but advance to the experienced rate after successfully completing the field training program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Applicant must be at least 18 years of age and a US Citizen
• Pre-employment background check (criminal and credit), polygraph and drug screen

Nice To Haves

• 1 year + of service as a law enforcement officer or corrections officer

Responsibilities

• security screening
• security patrols
• control center monitoring
• transports
• preparing and filing reports
• supervision of inmates at trials
• other related functions
• follow universal precaution standards for blood borne diseases

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
• Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
• 14 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

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