Court Security Officer
Allen County Government•Fort Wayne, IN
•$24 - $24•Onsite
About The Position
Under the direction of the Civil Division Courts Sergeant, the Court Security Officer is responsible for maintaining the security of designated county buildings by monitoring the conduct of the public and detainees. This position is covered as defined by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Prior law enforcement experience, court security, military or any other government building security experience preferred
- Valid Driver’s license to transport detainees
- Ability to qualify with department issued handgun and re-qualify annually
- Ability to pass law enforcement basic course
- Knowledge of court building security and law enforcement
- Ability to be trained and sworn as a “Special Deputy” for the Allen County Sheriff’s Department
- Must be 21 years of age or older in order to be trained and sworn as a “Special Deputy”
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to act quickly and effectively
- Ability to use handgun, handcuffs, electronic detection devices and other job related equipment
- Ability to be CPR and AED certified.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring the safety and security of the Allen County Courts, county employees, the public, and county inmates, in designated Allen County buildings.
- Running the respective Building Entry Security Systems, (X-Ray machine; Magnetometer), to ensure that only authorized items and individuals gain access to the buildings.
- Documentation and storage of seized contraband.
- Acting as a liaison to the public, answering questions and directing individuals to their respective designations.
- Enforcing federal, state and local laws.
- Completing required investigations, and or arrests, pursuant to the protection of the public and their property.
- Placement of items into evidence.
- Properly completing all ACPD required paperwork.
- Utilization of the respective security camera systems.
- Clerk’s Office money escorts, (minimum of twice a day).
- Performing court bailiff duties.
- Transportation of court detainees.
- Providing security for Allen County Preservation Trust events.
- Maintenance of a building key inventory.
- Performing all other duties, as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
