Court Security Officer (Part-Time)

About the role

Provide security for court complex building in Paw Paw and South Haven.

Responsibilities

• Enforce regulations and preserve public peace for Van Buren County residents.
• Investigate criminal and traffic offenses in accordance with the Michigan penal code and traffic statutes. Apprehend violators.
• Maintain contact with the Sheriffs department, acknowledge receipt of dispatches, and respond to emergency situations.
• Provide accurate information for the preparation of statistical reports and for the prosecution of offenders.
• Accompany inmates to court for arraignments, sentencing, and motions.
• Appear and/or testify in civil, criminal, and/or traffic litigation cases.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of the Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Training Academy. MCOLES certified or certifiable.
• Citizen of the United States.
• Previous experience as a law enforcement officer. Ability to use firearms.
• Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license, vehicle registration, and access to dependable transportation (satisfactory driving record required).

Qualifications

Employment is dependent on background check, criminal history, and drug screen. Applicant must complete County application form.

Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• MCOLES certification or certifiable.
• United States citizenship.
• Law enforcement experience.
• Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Benefits

N/A

Schedule

Part Time

Pay

$29.56 per hour

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No direct reports.
• No delegation of work.
• No supervision given.
• Reports to the Sheriff’s Department Administration.

Work Location and Physical Demands

• May require daily travel to locations that are not barrier free.
• May be required to work evenings or weekends.
• Ability to walk, stand, and run for extended periods of time.

Other Requirements

• Background check, criminal history, and drug screen required.
• Complete County application form.

Human Check

N/A