Court Security Officer, Indianapolis, IN

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform entrance control: Enforce the District's entry and identification system, operate security screening equipment, check items like handbags, briefcases, computers, packages, baby carriages, wheelchairs, etc.
• Perform roving patrol: Patrol court facilities and grounds according to post orders.
• Perform stationary post assignments: Stand guard at posts including monitoring CCTV, duress alarms, and security equipment, courtrooms, judge chambers, and jury rooms.
• Perform escort duties: Provide armed escort services for judges, court personnel, jurors, and others as directed.
• Perform garage parking and pedestrian control: Direct traffic and control lights on court facility properties, as per post orders and standard operating procedures.
• Enforce law and order: Enforce federal law during assigned duties, including detaining unauthorized access attempts, committing acts endangering safety, and unlawful acts.
• Prepare reports and records: Compile reports and records regarding contract performance issues such as labor hours, accidents, fire, bomb threats, unusual incidents, or unlawful acts.
• Court attendance: Secure unattended courtrooms, inspect courtrooms before proceedings, test security devices, and perform other security duties.
• Preserve order: Maintain security presence in the courtroom, enforce federal law and judicial orders, enforce local court rules regarding prohibited items, and protect court proceedings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three (3) years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or equivalent, all three (3) years within the last seven (7) years, including general arrest authority.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.
• Valid driver's license from state of residency with a safe driving record for the past five years; clearance from the Department of Justice.
• Completed or graduated from certified Federal, state, county, local, or military law enforcement training academy and able to provide certification as proof.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands

• Must meet medical standards as specified by the United States Marshal Service (USMS).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We offer unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth. Apply now with Walden Security.