Court Security Officer

Join our team and play a key role in the operational security of the Broomfield City & County Combined Courts. The Broomfield Police Department is looking for a Court Security Officer to help us enforce state and local ordinances while also providing high-quality service to court personnel and the public.

The Court Security Officer performs non-commissioned work in the enforcement of selected State Statutes and City & County ordinances, provides security at the Combined Courts, screens all persons entering the Combined Courts for prohibited articles, monitors and controls CCTV and security electronics systems, conducts building security sweeps, and provides assistance to the public and other personnel as needed. The employee works in partnership with other employees, departments/divisions, agencies and the public in delivering effective and innovative services.

As dedicated stewards of Broomfield, our community-focused team delivers meaningful and impactful services and support.

Starting pay is determined based on years of relevant experience, with applicants with little to no experience in security roles being eligible for the starting amount listed above.

Broomfield Police Department is eager to be a part of your career in public safety! BPD will pay year-for-year for your experience in security roles according to our Step Plan (that’s right, our Step Plan is not just for Officers!).

Free Recreation Center Pass (Gym & Pool)

14 days paid vacation + 10 sick days per year + 12 paid holidays

Excellent and affordable medical, dental, & vision insurance, with wellness discounts on insurance premiums available.

6% employer retirement match

Our selection process includes the following steps: application review, virtual one-sided interview, integrity interview, in-person panel interview, Computer Voice Stress Analysis, psychological suitability evaluation, sit-along with team, background investigation, and post-offer physical and psychological evaluations.

• Responsible for operating the Combined Courts Screening Station.

• Wand or pat searches all persons that enter the Combined Courts for prohibited articles and items that could be dangerous or are not permitted.

• Monitor security cameras for the Police Department, Combined Courts, and Municipal buildings.

• Communicate effectively with angry and/or distraught citizens, working with the public on problem solving and mediation.

• Provide assistance to sworn police personnel in such areas as arresting persons and other routine matters.

• Testify in municipal, district, and county court, as required.

• Exercise sound judgment in all aspects of the job, including decisions as to confiscating items and notifying other officers or court personnel of potential problems.

• Perform responsibilities in compliance with federal and state regulations, Broomfield policies and procedures, and the Broomfield Municipal Code.

• Maintain confidentiality of information consistent with applicable federal, state, and county rules and regulations.

• Keep operational records and make required reports.

• Complete applicable paperwork.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

• Use all required safety equipment.

• Basic knowledge of security screening.

• Basic knowledge of customer service techniques and practices.

• Basic knowledge of conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques and practices.

• Skill in understanding and responding to customer needs.

• Work well with a variety of demanding people.

• Ability to exercise fair and impartial judgment in dealing with people of varied backgrounds,…