Prior Law Enforcement - Court Security Officer, San Jose, CA

Walden Security

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Walden Security is recruiting experienced Court Security Officers (CSOs) to provide armed security to courthouses under the USMS contract. CSOs will perform a variety of duties to ensure the safety and security of court facilities, personnel, and proceedings.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
At least three (3) calendar years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or its military equivalency (Master-at-Arms, CGPD, Security Forces Specialist, etc.), with all three years occurring within the last seven (7) years.
Experience must have included general arrest authority.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.
Valid driver's license from state of residency and a safe driving record for the past five years.
Must receive clearance from the Department of Justice.
Must have completed or graduated from a certified Federal, state, county, local or military law enforcement training academy and be able to provide certification as proof.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Must meet medical standards as specified by the United States Marshal Service (USMS).

Responsibilities

Perform entrance control, including operating security screening equipment and enforcing entry and identification systems.
Perform roving patrols of court facilities and grounds.
Stand guard at stationary posts, monitoring security equipment, courtrooms, judge chambers, and jury rooms.
Provide armed escort services for judges, court personnel, jurors, and other designated individuals when directed.
Direct traffic and control lights on court facility properties, where applicable.
Enforce federal law and detain individuals attempting unauthorized access or committing acts that imperil safety and security.
Prepare reports and records regarding contract performance, incidents, and unlawful acts.
Secure unattended courtrooms, inspect courtrooms prior to proceedings, and test security devices.
Provide security presence in the courtroom, enforce federal law and judicial orders, and enforce local court rules regarding prohibited items.