Court Security Officer

Position Summary

A Court Security Officer (CSO) is a specialized security position providing protective services at or around United States Federal Court Houses or other areas as assigned under a contract to the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS). CSO’s in this classification generally provide security services under some limited supervision from a Lead CSO and the District Supervisor who reports to the Contract Manager (CM).

The CSO position is able to perform a variety of fixed‑post, mobile, or foot patrols while maintaining situational awareness and making decisions and/or taking actions consistent with established post orders, facility rules, guidelines and protocols. Duties may include work in austere and uncomfortable conditions for prolonged periods of time, including periods of inclement weather, while performing walking, standing, searching, and surveillance or sitting duties essential to the performance of the security functions.

CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION

• Shall enforce the District's entry and identification system.
• Test and report emergency equipment.
• Patrol court facilities and grounds in accordance with applicable post orders.
• Man USMS authorized stationary posts.
• Provide focused surveillance on incoming traffic to entrances.
• May provide armed escort services for judges, court personnel, jurors, and other designated individuals.
• Provide security services for off‑site and remote judicial functions.
• Direct traffic, control lights, and monitor vehicles/pedestrians as described in post orders.
• Provide courtroom security during hearings.
• Enforce federal law and judicial orders within the courthouse.
• Turn over any articles found in a court facility to the COR and complete a CSO‑003 within 24 hours after the incident occurs.
• Keep supervisors and managers informed of unusual occurrences and important events.
• Monitor alarms, radio traffic, and other information sources; dispatch or inform others as needed and authorized.
• Report and address fire alarms, burglary alarms, requests for assistance, and criminal acts.
• Stop, screen, inquire, and inspect vehicles and pedestrians entering/exiting the facility.
• Properly use equipment issued or available for use.
• Prevent passage of prohibited articles onto or off client facility.
• Escort individuals or vehicles in accordance with post orders.
• Maintain all necessary licensing, certifications, training and records for legal employment.
• Use portable radios, phones or other communication devices appropriately.
• Monitor all equipment; guard against loss or damage; report any loss/damage immediately.
• Perform necessary work regardless of weather conditions.
• Log Property Pass numbers for authorized property/equipment movements.
• Ensure the security of government property, detaining personnel using the mantrap when needed.
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections of buildings and facilities.
• Issue required badges or passes to authorized personnel.
• Monitor electronic access control and report violations.
• Monitor RFID systems and respond to alarms indicating unauthorized removal.
• Grant access to areas during non‑working hours to authorized personnel.
• Monitor facility equipment and utility systems and report deficiencies.
• Perform random surveillance of buildings for detection of unauthorized activity.
• Perform random surveillance of fence line for breaches and unauthorized removal.
• Provide additional security support for scheduled events or unscheduled emergencies as requested by supervisor.
• Maintain activity logs and administrative documents as required by contract.
• Contact, assist, and cooperate with local, state or federal law enforcement; locate, retain and protect evidence; testify as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Minimum of 3 years of verifiable civilian law enforcement experience OR an equivalent Law Enforcement position with the United States Armed Forces (military). The experience must include general arrest authority. All 3 years must have occurred within the last 7 years.
• Must have successfully…