Court Security Officer

Pinal County, AZ - Florence, AZ

Full-time

Florence, AZ

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

We are seeking candidates with at least 2 years of full-time armed experience to join our Court Security team. Multiple positions available. Candidates may remain on registry list for up to six months. Perform duties that relate to the security and safety of judges, court staff and visitors of Superior Court. Enforces Superior Court security procedures under the direction of the Supervisor, Security, and may perform security duties in potentially high-risk situations in guarding the safety of court personnel and the public. This position rotates throughout Justice and Superior courthouses located within Pinal County.

Responsibilities

• Provides an armed security presence at the public entrance and throughout the Superior Court building.
• Maintains a visible presence as a deterrent to those who might consider disturbing the operations or security of the courthouse.
• May be assigned to the entry security screening teams responsible for screening all persons, bags, briefcases, packages, containers, etc., entering the Court building.
• Addresses situations that may be or escalate to a disturbance or hazard to the courthouse.
• May serve, as directed, as a security escort or as a security presence in a variety of court situations.
• Responds to medical emergencies and renders first aid and CPR as a first responder.
• Carries and safely employs court-approved and issued firearms and/or other defensive weapons as situations dictate.
• Prepares and submits reports on security incidences.
• Implements emergency procedures as directed and when appropriate.
• Monitors security cameras, radios and respond to security/panic alarms.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement, as a security, correctional or other comparable firearm carrying officer experience.
• Must be twenty-one years of age at time of hire.
• Valid Arizona State Driver's License upon hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement, methods and techniques for providing safety and security, and the provisions of providing emergency services.
• Knowledge of safe and lawful handling and use of firearms and defensive weapons.
• Knowledge of defensive tactics and application of non-lethal weapons for controlling volatile situations.
• Knowledge of the usage of security equipment, courtroom procedures, and the principles and practices of building evacuation.
• Knowledge of effective customer services skills.

Benefits

• Sabbatical starting at 5 years of service
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Hospital coverage
• Pharmacy benefits
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance