Court Security Officer
Ref: 20261281 | Opened: 27/07/2026 | Closes: 10/08/2026
About the role
Court Security Officers are responsible for the high level of security required within the Royal Court building. They operate a range of security systems along with the enforcement of policies and procedures to provide for the safety and security of all Court users, including the Judiciary, Jurats, States Members, staff, members of the public, witnesses and defendants, and to safeguard the building.
The post holder will also provide administrative support in relation to court usage and court security. Court Security Officers also fulfil the roles and responsibilities of a Deputy Sheriff at sittings of the States of Deliberation and the States of Election, as well as playing an active role in ceremonial occasions. Further, the post holder will be sworn in as a Division 'A' Special Constable.
There is an expectation to assist with on-call responsibilities and occasional evening, weekend and bank holiday working is required.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor a range of security systems within the Royal Court building.
- Enforce security policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all Court users and safeguard the building.
- Provide administrative support related to court usage and security.
- Serve as a Deputy Sheriff during sittings of the States of Deliberation and the States of Election.
- Participate in ceremonial occasions as required.
- Fulfill duties as a sworn Division 'A' Special Constable.
- Assist with on-call responsibilities, including occasional evening, weekend, and bank holiday working.