Deputy Sheriff Lateral - Courthouse Security

This uniformed deputy sheriff is assigned to the Court Security Unit of the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO). The position is responsible for providing security to the overall County Courthouse, including its visitors, County and State personnel, and prisoners in FCSO custody. The deputy reports to the Court Security Unit Sergeant.

• 11 days of Vacation leave (increase after 2 years of employment)
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10‑ and 11‑month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options, including a generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution if enrolled in the high‑deductible plan. Includes Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending options.
• Employee Health Center with no or low‑cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2× annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs, including Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee‑paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long‑Term Care plan

• Work Court Security posts as assigned
• Perform full‑service law enforcement and civil process duties; enforce laws related to Court operations and Courthouse security and functions
• Provide information and assistance to individuals in the Courthouse and courtrooms; provide courtroom security and order; conduct courtroom searches, cell checks, and head counts
• Arrest and cite individuals who commit offenses
• Maintain records of daily activities; report unusual occurrences and incidents
• Conduct arrest and interview procedures
• Conduct prisoner searches; provide supervision and control of prisoners in custody; coordinate transportation, delivery, and transfer of prisoner custody; process new prisoners received from the court
• Provide training to newly assigned deputies
• Ensure proper staffing of posts is maintained
• Respond to and assist security personnel as problems arise
• Conduct prisoner movement between courtrooms, other court locations, holding cells and transportation services
• Provide security and services to judges and court personnel as required
• Participate in special operations and assist with staffing needs in other divisions as assigned
• Process and serve paperwork to include protective orders, warrants, evictions, etc. as required
• Supervise court security personnel when assigned as courts supervisor
• Perform related duties as required

• Minimum age 21 years
• U.S. citizenship
• High school graduation or equivalent
• Current Law Enforcement certification by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) or a comparable certification from a State outside of Maryland
• Possession of a valid driver's license

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized records systems
• Ability to work independently, to respond appropriately to situations as they occur, and to complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
• Ability to effectively maintain security, control and discipline over individuals, groups and courtroom activities
• Ability to successfully complete and maintain training and qualification requirements of the FCSO
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers and the general public
• Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with FCSO standards
• Ability to keep physically fit and meet the requirements of the position
• Ability to operate security screening and monitoring equipment

• Sound physical condition to effectively respond to spontaneous…