Court Security Officer I - Full-time

Part-time Court Security Officer I GENERAL PURPOSE Performs a variety of entry level duties as a court officer or attendant who has charge of a court session in the matter of keeping order, custody of the jury, and custody of prisoners while in the court. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Court Security Officer Lieutenant. SUPERVISION EXERCISED None ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Escorts prisoners within the confines of the courtroom facility; prepares inmates for transportation; transports inmates to court and other destinations as assigned by administrative personnel. Secures offenders/detainees that pose security risks by use of a security waist belt, shackles or both when transported from a custodial facility to court rooms. Serves as Bailiff in the Courts; opens and closes court sessions; relays messages to the judge from attorneys and others; protects integrity of the jury during deliberations; delivers meals, messages when the jury is sequestered. Performs a variety of security tasks specific to maintaining courtroom order and security, insuring that courtroom processes are adhered to; serves as courtroom security officer by carrying out specific plans and programs to assure the safety of court personnel and protection of facilities; follows specific instructions from appropriate supervisors. Screens persons entering court building for possession of weapons, contraband and prohibited articles by providing operation of x-ray, hand held scanning wand, and other metal detecting equipment at public entrances or other appropriate locations. Arrests persons who violate court administrative order, state statutes, and/or county ordinances in the Officer=s presence by taking the offender into custody, detaining the offender pending an investigation, or issuing a citation. Serves court orders, i.e. summons, subpoenas, warrants, detention orders, etc. May transfer inmates from the County jail to court. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and Experience: A. Graduation from high school, successful completion of (P.O.S.T.) Peace Officers Standards and Court Security Officer I Page 2 Training Academy preferred. AND B. No experience necessary. OR C. An equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Some knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment; local, state, and federal laws law enforcement; basic investigation techniques and methods; county geography, road systems, and boundaries; English, grammar and technical writing skills; knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, elementary first aid techniques and procedures; clerical processes and procedures; standard office equipment and machinery. Knowledge of Summit County Operating and Personnel Policies and Procedures. Skilled in the use of firearms and the operation of police vehicles and equipment. Ability to react effectively in emergency and stress situations; exhibit imagination, initiative and problem solving capability in coping with a variety of law enforcement situations; enforce laws and ordinances and procedures common to law enforcement work; perform work requiring good physical condition; communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, fellow employees, other agencies and supervisors; restrain physically violent prisoners; react quickly to various situations under conditions of stress; must be proficient in the use of handcuffs and other restraining devices. 3. Special Qualifications: (Certificates, Licenses, etc.) Must be a United States Citizen Must be at least 21 years of age. Must possess a valid Utah State Driver's License. Must be P.O.S.T. certified or a certifiable Law Enforcement Officer at the time of application. Must work rotating shift work. Must complete 40 hours of training per year to maintain certification and all yearly certifications required by law and/or Departmental Policy. May not have been convicted of an offense involving dishonesty, unlawful sexual conduct, physical violence and/or domestic violence; convicted of the unlawful use, sale, or possession of a controlled substance prior to five years from the date of conviction or last usage; convicted of a crime for which the applicant could have been punished by imprisonment in a federal penitentiary of this or another state. Must successfully complete a background investigation, physical agility testing and psychological evaluation 4. Work Environment: Functions of the position generally performed in an controlled environment. Frequent travel. Many functions of the work pose high degree of hazard uncertainty. Physical readiness and conditioning may be a condition of job retention. Exposed to some potential violence in the courtroom. Various levels of mental application required, i.e. memory for details, emotional stability, discriminating thinking, creative problem solving. Must be able to stoop or bend. Continuous use of motor skills. Salary Range: $18.90 $26.47/hr. Summit County is a drug free workplace conducting pre-employment drug testing. Applicant must submit a Summit County Application and a copy of P.O.S.T. certificate if certified. To fill out the Summit County online application, go to our website at www.summitcounty.org  Open until filled. E.O.E. First review of applications will be Friday, December 22, 2017. The Standard Examiner. Keywords: Court Security Guard, Location: Coalville, UT - 84017