Court Security Manager (Grade 16)

Nature of Work

Manages the Superior Court in Yuma County’s Safety and Security Program and staff;
Coordinates and conducts training;
Schedules, reviews and evaluates work;
Instructs and disciplines employees;
Interprets policies, directives, orders, and other operational regulations;
Develops and implements security policies and procedures;
Counsels with local and regional law enforcement and justice agencies;
Reviews safety and security procedures;
Recommends and implements approved plans;
Provides leadership and direction in support of the operation of the facility and its services;
Identifies, develops, presents, justifies and monitors budget;
Identifies staffing, equipment, materials and supply needs;
Reviews and approves purchases and procurement;
Maintains inventory of supplies and materials;
Identifies, creates, implements and monitors long and short range goals and strategic plans;
Develops and implements emergency and survival training for court personnel;
Performs high liability in-service training for Court Security Officers, including security operations, defensive tactics, and use of firearms and weapons;
Manages Court electronic security systems;
Maintains closed circuit TV and various fire and security alarm systems;
Performs walking and mobile patrols of designated areas;
Provides security escort services as requested;
Responds to emergencies, and implements emergency procedures when appropriate and as directed;
Operates metal detectors and x-ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects;
Prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas;
Interacts with the general public, Court officers, peace officers, and employees, and provides customer service as required;
Affords assistance to law enforcement agencies with security surveillance and enforcement of writs of detainer.

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or GED;
  AND five years of progressively responsible law enforcement, military, private security or closely related experience that includes two years of supervisory experience;
  OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Requirements

• This classification requires the applicant to pass criminal background and reference checks;
  This classification requires the applicant to pass a psychological evaluation and polygraph examination;
  Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET) yearly accreditation is required;
  Employees in this classification must have at the time of application and must maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License with a clean driving record;
  Incumbents must successfully complete the Court Security Officer Academy and Firearms Academy within the first twelve (12) months of employment.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment and Court facilities;
  May be exposed to potential physical harm, infectious diseases and/or physical violence;
  Required to physically restrain persons, and effectively deal with stressful and potentially hazardous emergency situations;
  Maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards;
  May be required to lift and/or carry people, supplies, equipment and/or other heavy, bulky items.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of: Applicable State of Arizona statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules and requirements; Yuma County Policies and Procedures; Rules and Guidelines of the Judicial Merit System of Superior Court in Yuma County; principles, practices, techniques and equipment used in Court security; Standard Operating Guidelines for the Security Division of Superior Court in Yuma County; supervisory practices and procedures; electronic security systems and programming; principles and practices of public personnel administration, public administration, and court administration, including the basic principles of organization, supervision and management; legal terminology, and court processes and procedures; basic principles of accounting, bookkeeping, record keeping, and records management; community resources and services.

• Skills in: Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds; working under pressure in a dynamic work environment with changing demands and priorities; identifying and applying operational and security standards for the court facilities; organizing and coordinating the efforts of court personnel and others to accomplish Safety and Security program goals and objectives; analyzing a variety of administrative, operational, managerial, fiscal and other issues/problems and making sound recommendations for solutions; establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with court employees, justice and law enforcement agencies, and the public; exercising sound judgment within general policy guidelines; using and maintaining firearms, special weapons, and special law enforcement equipment; operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications; communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

EEO/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D

Medical Coverage Category

The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from two (2) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families. Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit. Plan Option 2: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the “Wellness Incentive” will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing a preventative visit. Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the “Wellness Incentive” employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes. International Medical Solutions (IMS): IMS is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and HDHP. Members enrolled in the PPO plan can pay as little as $5 copay for doctor visits & prescription drug services, with no maximum cap. High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) pay toward their deductible until is met. After the deductible is satisfied, the plan will pay 80% of the services covered, and the member will be responsible for the remaining 20% coinsurance. This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.