Court Security Officer (Grade 7)
Nature of Work
Patrols buildings, facilities, and grounds; provides a visible, armed security presence at the public entrance and throughout the Superior Court building, Juvenile Justice Center and Justice Courts; carries and safely employs department issued firearms and other defensive weapons as situations dictate; operates metal detectors and x-ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects; addresses situations that may be or escalate to a disturbance or hazard to the courthouse; issues identification badges to control employee bypass entrances and prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas; monitors and regularly test closed circuit TV and various fire and security alarm systems; may serve, as directed, as a security escort or as a security presence in a variety of court situations; responds to medical emergencies and renders first aid and CPR as a first responder; participates on the superior court emergency response team, following the courts disaster/emergency response procedures; implements emergency procedures as directed and when appropriate; investigates, prepares, and submits reports on security incidents and completes daily incident recaps; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information; abides by the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees; performs related duties as required or assigned.
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; must 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; must be able to quickly ascend stairs to respond in an emergency situation; must be able to wear and carry assigned duty gear to include a ballistic vest; must be able to stand for long periods of time, walk and use stairs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Applicable State of Arizona statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules, and requirements;
- Yuma County and Superior Court policies and procedures;
- Superior Court in Yuma County- Rules of the Judicial Merit System and the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees;
- Principles, practices, techniques, and equipment used in Court security;
- Standard Operating Guidelines for the Security Division of Superior Court in Yuma County;
- Legal terminology and court processes and procedures;
- 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;
- Communicating effectively with persons who are confused, angry, and/or openly hostile;
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with court employees, and the public;
- Exercising sound judgment within general policy guidelines;
- Using and maintaining proficiency in the use of firearms, special weapons, and special law enforcement equipment;
- Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications;
- Maintaining situational awareness to identify potential threats and respond accordingly.
Ability to:
- Identify hazardous or unsafe conditions;
- Qualify with firearms and less lethal weapons, as assigned, on an annual basis;
- Evaluate and respond appropriately to security problems in a swift and effective manner;
- Follow written and oral instructions;
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing