Court Security Officer

COURT SECURITY OFFICERUnder the direction of the Civil Division Courts Sergeant, the Court Security Officer is responsible for maintaining the security of designated county buildings by monitoring the conduct of the public and detainees. This position is covered as defined by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the Allen County Courts, county employees, the public, and county inmates, in designated Allen County buildings. (Currently the Allen County Courthouse, the Bud Meeks Justice Center, and the Allen County Court Annex).Responsible for running the respective Building Entry Security Systems, (X-Ray machine; Magnetometer), to ensure that only authorized items and individuals gain access to the buildings.Responsible for the documentation and storage of seized contraband.Acts as a liaison to the public, answering questions and directing individuals to their respective designations.Responsible for enforcing federal, state and local laws.

Responsible for completing required investigations, and or arrests, pursuant to the protection of the

public and their property.

Responsible for the placement of items into evidence.Responsible for properly completing all ACPD required paperwork.Responsible for the utilization of the respective security camera systems.

Responsible for Clerk's Office money escorts, (minimum of twice a day).Responsible to perform court bailiff duties.Responsible for the transportation of court detainees.Responsible for providing security for Allen County Preservation Trust events.Responsible for the maintenance of a building key inventory.Responsible to perform all other duties, as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GEDPrior law enforcement experience, court security, military or any other government building

security experience preferred

Valid Driver's license to transport detaineesAbility to qualify with department issued handgun and re-qualify annuallyAbility to pass law enforcement basic courseKnowledge of court building security and law enforcementAbility to be trained and sworn as a "Special Deputy" for the Allen County Sheriff's DepartmentMust be 21 years of age or older in order to be trained and sworn as a "Special Deputy"Strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to act quickly and effectivelyAbility to use handgun, handcuffs, electronic detection devices and other job related equipmentAbility to be CPR and AED certified.

DIFFICULTY OF WORK:

The Court Security Officer performs various tasks that require understanding and the ability to make practical application when enforcing Local and State laws while working in buildings designated by the Allen County Sheriff.

RESPONSIBILITY:

The Court Security Officer makes choices and takes action when implementing policies for the prevention and investigation of crimes. Errors in decisions are revealed through adverse effects on subsequent operations.

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

The Court Security Officer maintains frequent contact with other County employees, Court Personnel, Police Officers, and members of the Public, when maintaining the security of designated buildings.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Court Security Officer works in all designated buildings, in and out of a courtroom setting with frequent walking and standing and some sitting. Frequent proofreading and very frequent bending, attention to detail, monitoring of equipment, detailed inspection and exposure to dangerous equipment is required. The Court Security Officer is frequently exposed to extreme temperatures and noise and some noxious odors and fumes. Frequent contact is made with potentially violent, aggressive and/or intoxicated detainees and the public.

SUPERVISION:None

LICENSING:Valid Driver's license to transport detainees

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:Court Security Supervisor

HOURS:7:30 am - 4:30 pm; shifts vary; 40 hours/week; some mandatory overtime required