Court Security Officer

State of Ohio•Columbus, OH

13d•$53,000 - $68,266•Onsite

About The Position

The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking to fill the position of Bailiff/Court Security Officer in the Office of Building Services. Under the direction of the Court Security Manager, the Bailiff/Court Security Officer will perform the duties of a bailiff as that term is used in R.C. 109.77(D) and OAC 109\:2-5-01(D) and also perform building security/safety duties and operate building security systems.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Requires a minimum of 1-3 years’ of progressively responsible experience in the public security field, military, or law enforcement.
Requires skills in keyboarding and ability to operate security equipment.
Can successfully complete TASER training and firearms certification as prescribed by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission .
Can successfully obtain certifications in First Aid/CPR/AED.
Requires the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to establish positive public relations and to interact effectively with justices, judges, attorneys, supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
Requires the ability to lift and carry 50-80 pounds unassisted, stand and walk up to 75% of shift, and the ability to climb stairs daily.
Requires the ability to manage conflict and to effectively handle difficult people and conversations.
Requires advanced customer service skills, including the ability to deal with irate customers.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Employee is authorized carry a TASER and/or firearm at all times while on duty and employee is required to maintain TASER and firearms training as approved by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.
This position is regularly exposed to sensitive information and the employee is expected to keep any such information strictly confidential.
Attention to Detail
Conflict Management
Situational Awareness
Observation

Nice To Haves

Associate’ s degree preferred.
Previous experience with using a firearm, TASER, magnetometer , and X-ray equipment a plus.

Responsibilities

Carry a firearm and/or TASER and must maintain all qualifications and training as approved by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.
Perform physical security and safety duties.
Respond to medical emergencies and maintain a First Aid/CPR/AED certification per the certifying organization’s requirements.
Inspect, monitor, control and patrol work sites, assigned locations, property and/or people.
Operate building security, badging, and access systems.
Conduct building walk-throughs according to schedule.
Implement emergency procedures for building operations.