NON-CERTIFIED JUDICIAL RECRUIT

About the role

This is protective service work at the trainee level in providing security and maintaining order within the courthouse for judges, attorneys, witnesses, jurors, prisoners in custody, defendants on bond, and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Affirms the safety and security of the courtroom, including judges, victims, defendants, witnesses and observers.
• Arses suspects, completes arrest forms, and advises of applicable rights.
• Transports/escorts inmates and individuals as appropriate.
• Completes related paperwork.
• Searcs the courtroom for any abandoned property and/or contraband.
• Prepares and maintains courtroom records/paperwork.
• Operates the telephone and two-way radio equipment.
• Wears a firearm.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.

Requirements

• Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age and meet the following State required minimum qualifications:
• a. Be a citizen of the United States;
• b. Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement,
• c. Not have received a dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States,
• d. Have processed fingerprints on file;
• e. Pass medical examination which includes cardio-pulmonary stress test, back X-ray, hearing test, EKG, and visual examination to determine that applicant has normal night vision and color vision, good peripheral vision, and is free from any degenerative eye disease;
• f. Pass a thorough background investigation including polygraph and psychological testing;
• g. Be of good moral character;
• h. Be tested for controlled substances and pass;
• i. Execute and submit an "Affidavit of Applicant" form attesting to compliance with these requirements;
• j. Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of courtroom rules, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of Sheriff's Office Standard Operating Procedures, General Orders and Court Section Procedure manual.
• Knowledge of Florida Statutes, constitutional law, municipal ordinances, and applicable court decisions.
• Knowledge of safety precautions in handling firearms and other law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply information to include laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Ability to firmly, courteously and tactfully handle situations with respect for the rights of others.
• Ability to pursue, apprehend, and restrain people.
• Ability to secure and protect City property and detain suspects.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to use firearms and other law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to observe, monitor and recognize people in areas under control.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.

Skills

• Knowledge of courtroom rules, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of Sheriff's Office Standard Operating Procedures, General Orders and Court Section Procedure manual.
• Knowledge of Florida Statutes, constitutional law, municipal ordinances, and applicable court decisions.
• Knowledge of safety precautions in handling firearms and other law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply information to include laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Ability to firmly, courteously and tactfully handle situations with respect for the rights of others.
• Ability to pursue, apprehend, and restrain people.
• Ability to secure and protect City property and detain suspects.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to use firearms and other law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to observe, monitor and recognize people in areas under control.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Min USD $50,556.00/Yr. Max USD $50,556.00/Yr.

Schedule

N/A