What are the responsibilities and job description for the Judicial Security Deputy Transport Team (Part-time) position at Hamilton County Sheriff's Office?
Definition, Essential Functions
To apply you MUST
DEFINITION: Under general supervision, maintains order and security in the courtroom and immediate premises; prepares courtroom for hearings and arranges seating and other physical details; and performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this classification.)
Tasks
TASKS: Arranges seating and other physical details; prepares courtroom for hearings and arranges defendants in order of appearance; performs other work assigned by the judge; maintains order in the court; delivers court papers from jail to courthouse; transports the judge from chambers to the courtroom and keeps courtroom secure; maintains order and safety in the courts and courthouse; keeps watch for any subject who could possibly cause a disturbance.
Prepares courtroom for hearings and arranges seating; calls the court to order; serves the judge in order to facilitate the judicial process and performs other work as assigned by the judge; keeps the Sheriff and Chief Deputy aware of any breach of security or escape attempts; monitors hallway and directs defendants, witnesses and the general public to the appropriate courtroom; remains vigilant for any suspicious behavior.
Conducts security checks of the courtroom and jury room to prevent anyone from hiding weapons; provides a safe and secure environment for the judges, spectators, and prisoners in the courtroom; ensures the safety of all people and property within the courthouse, courtrooms, and surrounding grounds; maintains the integrity of the judicial process and keeps safe the persons within their custody and within the courtroom.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or GED.
Per CSM 804 Special Register, must have either
You can view the agility test at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0oxtQFB9w0
Physical Requirements; Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics
Knowledge, Skills And Other Characteristics
Hamilton County offers medical insurance, life insurance, paid leave, paid holidays and retirement to full time employees. For a complete listing of Hamilton County Employee Benefits, please visit www.hamiltontn.gov/HumanResources/Benefits.
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This position requires that all applicants have a current drivers license which means active and not currently in a suspended status. Do you have a current drivers license?
Copy OF [To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, applicants must possess a recognized high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Do you possess a recognized high school diploma or equivalent (GED)?]
How much full time correctional facility experience do you currently have?
Do you have 60 hours of college credit from an accredited college or university in the field of criminal justice, homeland security, fire science or related field? If so, must provide a copy of transcript or copy of the degree with the application.
Have you attended and successfully completed a state certified basic police academy?
Do you have 2 years of full time public safety experience as an EMT, paramedic or firefighter?
Do you have 2 years of active duty military in the armed forces? If so, must provide your DD214 with the application (Member-4 copy).
Do you have 5 years of guard or reserve experience (time in service and training will be evaluated as to qualification)?
How did you hear about this position?
With regard to the question regarding how you heard about the position, we are requesting more information. If you indicated an employee of the HCSO, we ask that you provide the name(s). If indicated a recruitment event, radio station or news media, we would appreciate information on the event or specific media station. If you have no response to the inquiry, then indicate NA.
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This position is on a part-time basis and has no benefits. Would you be interested in this position within these guidelines?
To apply you MUST
- provide a complete and thorough employment history, from leaving high school to the present date (both full and part time)
- attach to the application a copy of your high school diploma or transcript, driver's license and social security card. If you have military experience, a copy of your DD214.
DEFINITION: Under general supervision, maintains order and security in the courtroom and immediate premises; prepares courtroom for hearings and arranges seating and other physical details; and performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this classification.)
Tasks
TASKS: Arranges seating and other physical details; prepares courtroom for hearings and arranges defendants in order of appearance; performs other work assigned by the judge; maintains order in the court; delivers court papers from jail to courthouse; transports the judge from chambers to the courtroom and keeps courtroom secure; maintains order and safety in the courts and courthouse; keeps watch for any subject who could possibly cause a disturbance.
Prepares courtroom for hearings and arranges seating; calls the court to order; serves the judge in order to facilitate the judicial process and performs other work as assigned by the judge; keeps the Sheriff and Chief Deputy aware of any breach of security or escape attempts; monitors hallway and directs defendants, witnesses and the general public to the appropriate courtroom; remains vigilant for any suspicious behavior.
Conducts security checks of the courtroom and jury room to prevent anyone from hiding weapons; provides a safe and secure environment for the judges, spectators, and prisoners in the courtroom; ensures the safety of all people and property within the courthouse, courtrooms, and surrounding grounds; maintains the integrity of the judicial process and keeps safe the persons within their custody and within the courtroom.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or GED.
Per CSM 804 Special Register, must have either
- one (1) year of full time POST certified law enforcement and/or correctional institution experience, or
- successfully completed a basic police academy, or
- sixty (60) hours college credit in criminal justice, homeland security, fire science or related field (must provide transcript or copy of degree), or
- two (2) years full time public safety experience as EMT, paramedic or firefighter, or
- two (2) years of active-duty military in the armed forces (must have a honorable discharge), or
- five (5) years of guard or reserve experience (time in service and training will be evaluated as to qualification).
You can view the agility test at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0oxtQFB9w0
Physical Requirements; Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics
Knowledge, Skills And Other Characteristics
- Knowledge of the various types of individuals being brought to the courtroom.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices the criminal justice system.
- Knowledge of methodologies used in the maintenance of order in the courtroom.
- Skill in maintaining one's personal and professional standards.
- Skill in interacting with individuals acting in a suspicious manner.
- Skill in using diplomacy in the courtroom setting.
- Skill in documenting activities observed while on duty.
Hamilton County offers medical insurance, life insurance, paid leave, paid holidays and retirement to full time employees. For a complete listing of Hamilton County Employee Benefits, please visit www.hamiltontn.gov/HumanResources/Benefits.
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This position requires that all applicants have a current drivers license which means active and not currently in a suspended status. Do you have a current drivers license?
- Yes
- No
Copy OF [To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, applicants must possess a recognized high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Do you possess a recognized high school diploma or equivalent (GED)?]
- Yes
- No
How much full time correctional facility experience do you currently have?
- No full time correctional facility experience.
- Less than 12 months experience.
- 1 to 2 years experience.
- 2 to 3 years experience.
- 3 to 4 years experience.
- 4 to 5 years experience.
- 5 to 6 years experience.
- 6 to 7 years experience.
- 7 to 8 years experience.
- 8 to 9 years experience.
- 9 to 10 years experience.
- Over 10 years experience.
Do you have 60 hours of college credit from an accredited college or university in the field of criminal justice, homeland security, fire science or related field? If so, must provide a copy of transcript or copy of the degree with the application.
- Yes
- No
Have you attended and successfully completed a state certified basic police academy?
- Yes
- No
Do you have 2 years of full time public safety experience as an EMT, paramedic or firefighter?
- Yes
- No
Do you have 2 years of active duty military in the armed forces? If so, must provide your DD214 with the application (Member-4 copy).
- Yes
- No
Do you have 5 years of guard or reserve experience (time in service and training will be evaluated as to qualification)?
- Yes
- No
How did you hear about this position?
- Friend/Family
- Employee
- Recruitment Event
- Radio Ad
- Billboard Ad
- Indeed
- ZipRecruiter
- News Media
- HCSO website
- Other
With regard to the question regarding how you heard about the position, we are requesting more information. If you indicated an employee of the HCSO, we ask that you provide the name(s). If indicated a recruitment event, radio station or news media, we would appreciate information on the event or specific media station. If you have no response to the inquiry, then indicate NA.
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This position is on a part-time basis and has no benefits. Would you be interested in this position within these guidelines?
- Yes
- No
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