Security Technician

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED; criminal justice studies preferred but not required.
• One year of security work, law enforcement, related military experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; organizational skills; ability to read, walk or stand for several hours at a time; ability to differentiate shapes and colors on a monitor.
• Working knowledge of the Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures and federal, state, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to alert law enforcement personnel to physical altercations or resisting‑arrest episodes.
• Current valid driver’s license and good driving record; must not have six or more demerit points in the past 24 months or one major violation of six points in the past 36 months; out‑of‑state records must be provided, reflect at least three years of history, and be dated within thirty days of the interview.
• Pre‑employment drug testing, extensive FBI criminal background check (including polygraph examination), and education/degree verification required.
• Must pass the U.S. Department of Justice CJIS Security Policy background check; position is Critical Safety Sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol testing; use of medical marijuana is prohibited.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment for entrants to the County Courthouse during daytime hours.
• Process civilians, court staff, and county employees entering the courthouse to ensure prohibited items and weapons do not enter the facility.
• Provide direction and assistance to citizens and those needing help within the courthouse.
• Operate security equipment, including a magnetometer and X‑ray machine.
• Write reports and other security documentation as needed.
• Perform other work as required.

Schedule

Monday – Friday; 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Work Location

Sheriff’s Office, Chesterfield County.