COURT SECURITY OFFICER PART TIME

Department: Magistrate Court Reports to: Court Administrator Class Code: 18 FLSA Status: Part Time Non-Exempt (19 Hours per week)

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general direction performs work of routine difficulty in maintaining the safety and
security of the court.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Screens court visitors; patrols buildings, facilities and grounds; provides a visible, armed security presence; operates metal detectors, hand-wands and x-ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects; inspects identification badges to control employee bypass entrances and prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas; interacts with difficult and/or belligerent persons to diffuse situations peacefully; carries and safely controls court-approved and issued firearms and/or other defensive weapons. (70%)
• Monitors closed circuit TV and various fire and security alarm systems; provides security escort services as requested; responds to emergencies and implements emergency procedures when appropriate and as directed; responds to medical emergencies to summon assistance and monitor situation. (20%)
• Identifies potential security/safety concerns; prepares and submits reports on security incidents. (5%)
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned. (5%)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience as a security guard, police officer, military police
officer or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Extensive background check
required. Bi-lingual speaking capacity preferred, but not required.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must complete the Court Security Officer Academy within 6 months of hire. Must comply with the Arizona Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training
• (COJET) yearly accreditation is required.

Required Knowledge of:

• Court systems, procedures and protocols.
• Detention and arrest procedures.
• Applicable provisions of the Arizona Revised Statutes.
• Principles and practices of risk management and emergency planning.
• Basic first aid and CPR procedures and methods.
• Use of an AED.

Required Ability to:

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Town staff, attorneys, defendants, witnesses, victims and families, vendors, contractors and the general public.
• Work under pressure in a highly dynamic work environment with changing demands and priorities.
• Assess and diffuse potentially volatile situations while maintaining a peaceful and cooperative environment.
• Perform close quarter use of a firearm or taser.
• Administer laws and regulations; make decisions; maintain composure; and work effectively under stressful
  conditions.
• Provide courteous service to the public.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Typically performs duties within the courthouse environment.
• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Performs work that requires good physical strength and condition to apply restraining techniques, defensive tactics, react to physical confrontations and emergency situations, may lift and/or carry people, supplies, equipment and/or other heavy, bulky items.
• May be exposed to potential physical harm, infectious diseases and/or physical violence; may be required to physically restrain persons, and effectively deal with stressful and potentially life-threatening emergency situations.