Security Equipment Specialist

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

7d • $24 - $34

About The Position

The Judicial Branch Security Equipment Specialist oversees , account s for, handl es , dissemina tes , and record s all department equipment and security gear for the Judicial Branch Security Department (JBSD) . Additionally, this position is responsible for all equipment inventor ies, management of security equipment purchase orders , and updates throughout the year on critical equipment . This position will also manage and track all security improvement projects and work orders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• O ne (1) year of security-related experience within a corporate security or public sector environment.
• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and job-related experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis
• Incumbent must o btain a State-wide Court Security Officer certification and maintain that certification annually
• Incumbent must o btain certification as a Basic Life Safety, and CPR/AED provider within six months of hire
• Incumbent must o btain certification in defensive weapons tactics within six months of hire
• Incumbent must o btain a Conducted Electrical Weapons ( CEW ) TASER certification with six months of hire
• Applicants must have or obtain a valid Arizona Driver License by time of hire
• Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and techniques used in judicial security, including security awareness .
• State laws, statutes, department post, general orders, court orders, policies, and procedures, including rights of citizens, search and seizure rules, and rules of evidence .
• Skill in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships .
• P reparing clear and concise records, reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• E ffective application of non-violent crisis intervention skills and techniques .
• E xercising sound judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Database utilization such as MS Excel or equivalent.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Teams.
• O ral and written communication.
• Ability to: R ead, understand, interpret, explain, and strictly apply applicable laws, ordinances, policies, court orders, and regulations.
• M onitor and evaluate closed circuit video security systems, as well as electronic fire and security alarm systems.
• Appropriately use emergency and defensive tactics, techniques, skills, and defensive weapons to achieve the effective de-escalation and control of situations.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of law enforcement, military, detention or corrections experience.
• Sound tactical knowledge pertaining to critical or emergency incidents such as (but not limited to), active shooter, bomb threats, judicial threat, personal protection, and detail advanced reporting.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and familiar with databases.

Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory records for all equipmen t ( u niforms, duty gear, and safety equipment) for the Judicial Branch Security Department, e nsuring operational readiness and compliance
• Schedule s and track s routine maintenance for all critical equipment including, but not limited to x-ray machines, magnetometers , CEW TASERs, handheld radios, hand -held magnetometers and County vehicles
• Monitors routine maintenance, statutorily required annual servicing , and emergency repairs for approximately 30 X-ray machines.
• Works with outside vendors for ordering, delivery and equipment set up including but not limited to uniforms, officer equipment, X-Ray Machines, post equipment, and security projects
• Submits work orders and follows up with contractors in regard to supplies needed and/or delivery and setup
• Man ages multiple JBSD Storage Spaces and en sures all critical equipment is accessible and properly controlled .
• Conducts inspections of departmental v ehicles and maintains detailed maintenance records, ensuring safe operation, minimizing downtime, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
• Responds to various locations throughout the county where equipment may need to be assessed for issues, upgrades or maintenance and perform work or checks accordingly .
• Interacts with all levels of the organization to identify equipment needs
• Conducts needs analyses and recommend equipment upgrades or other appropriate intervention that addresses the need
• Works cooperatively with all levels of employees within the Judicial Branch and other outside agencies
• Complete training to ensure utilization of the Excel database and tracking tools utilized by JBSD
• Complete equipment training by vendors in the use of x-ray machine (Smith Detection), magnetometer and TASER
• May perform JBSD Line Officer duties on a s needed basis for coverage

Benefits

• We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays!
• We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives.
• Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance.
• Under the current guidelines for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, the Maricopa County Superior Court is a qualifying employer. Therefore, any full time Judicial Branch employee, who meets other eligibility criteria may be eligible for loan forgiveness under this program.

What This Job Offers

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