Prior Law Enforcement - Court Security Officer, Columbus, OH

Responsibilities

• Perform entrance control: enforce the District's entry and identification system, operate security screening equipment to detect weapons, contraband, and prohibited items, and check items such as handbags, briefcases, computers, packages, baby carriages, wheelchairs, etc.
• Perform roving patrol: patrol court facilities and grounds in accordance with applicable post orders.
• Perform stationary post assignments: stand guard at stationary posts, monitor closed‑circuit television, duress alarm systems and other security equipment, and secure courtrooms, judge chambers, and jury rooms.
• Perform escort duties: provide armed escort services for judges, court personnel, jurors, and other designated individuals when directed.
• Perform garage parking and pedestrian control: direct traffic and control lights on court facility properties as described in post orders and standard operating procedures.
• Enforce law and order: enforce federal law while performing duties, including detaining persons attempting unauthorized access to Government property or court proceedings, or attempting acts that imperil safety and security of Government employees, property, and the public.
• Prepare reports and records: prepare various reports and records regarding contract performance issues such as labor hours worked, accidents, fire, bomb threats, unusual incidents, or unlawful acts occurring within the court facility area.
• Court attendance: secure unattended courtrooms, inspect courtrooms prior to proceedings, test security devices, and perform other duties concerning security of the court area.
• Preserve order: provide security presence in the courtroom, enforce federal law and judicial orders, enforce local court rules regarding prohibited items, and protect court proceedings as circumstances dictate.

Requirements

• Education: high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Experience: at least three (3) calendar years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or its military equivalent (e.g., Master‑at‑Arms, CGPD, Security Forces Specialist) within the last seven (7) years, including general arrest authority.
• Language: ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: valid driver’s license from state of residency with a safe driving record for the past five years; clearance from the Department of Justice; completion or graduation from a certified federal, state, county, local, or military law‑enforcement training academy with proof of certification.
• Other Qualifications: must be at least 21 years of age; ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Physical Demands: must meet medical standards specified by the United States Marshal Service (USMS); reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Pay

Pay Rate: $37.30 USD per hour.

Benefits

Walden Security offers unique and generous benefits to all employees, from executive managers to administrative support and security professionals, along with opportunities for career growth.