Job 2998 Security Officer

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides armed security services at the Arizona State Courts Building. The role involves screening visitors and their packages, patrolling the building, grounds, and parking lots, checking for unlocked doors and windows, investigating unusual or suspicious circumstances, and monitoring restricted areas and security systems. The officer operates metal-detection and X-ray screening equipment, as well as CCTV, duress alarms, and security cameras. The position requires completion of and certification through the Court Security Officer Academy and Court Security Officer Firearms Academy. It is an overnight role with a four-days-on, three-days-off schedule and requires work on shifts, holidays, and weekends. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation and pre-employment screening, including character and fitness checks, fingerprinting and criminal history checks, a psychological evaluation, and drug testing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in a related field, such as law enforcement, military police, peace officer, or personal security.
• Ability to meet Administrative Office of the Courts standards for firearms use.
• Knowledge of industry-standard security procedures and practices, including fire hazard inspection.
• Knowledge of security devices and ability to operate metal detectors and X-ray machines.
• Skill in defensive tactics.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment background investigation and screening, including fingerprinting and criminal history checks, psychological evaluation, and drug testing.
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed security services at the Arizona State Courts Building.
• Screen visitors entering the Court building and screen packages or boxes using security screening equipment.
• Patrol the building, grounds, and parking lot.
• Check for unlocked doors and windows.
• Investigate unusual or suspicious circumstances.
• Monitor restricted areas and operate and monitor CCTV, duress alarms, and security cameras.
• Complete the Court Security Officer Academy and Court Security Officer Firearms Academy and obtain certification.

Benefits

• Accrued vacation pay and sick leave.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Retirement plan through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS); enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment.
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Optional short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
• Employee referral incentive payment of $1,000, subject to conditions.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
• Remote work may be available as a management option, not an employee entitlement or right.

What This Job Offers

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