Court Security Officer, Minot, ND

Walden Security is currently recruiting experienced Court Security Officers. CSOs will provide armed security to courthouses under the USMS contract.

• Perform entrance control: Enforce the District’s entry and identification system including operating security screening equipment to detect weapons, contraband, and prohibited items, checking items such as handbags, briefcases, computers, packages, baby carriages, wheelchairs, etc.
• Perform roving patrol: Patrol court facilities and grounds in accordance with applicable post orders.
• Perform stationary post assignments: Stand guard at stationary posts which include monitoring closed‑circuit television, duress alarm systems and other security equipment, courtrooms, judge chambers, and jury rooms.
• Perform escort duties: Provide armed escort services for judges, court personnel, jurors, and other designated individuals.
• Perform garage parking and pedestrian control: Direct traffic and control lights on court facility properties as described in the post orders and/or SOPs.
• Enforce law and order: Enforce federal law while performing assigned duties, detaining persons attempting to gain unauthorized access to government property or court proceedings, and preventing acts that imperil safety and security.
• Prepare reports and records: Compile reports on labor hours worked, accidents, fire or bomb threats, unusual incidents, or unlawful acts within the court facility.
• Court attendance: Secure unattended courtrooms, inspect courtrooms prior to proceedings, test security devices, and perform other duties related to courtroom security.
• Preserve order: Provide security presence in the courtroom, enforce federal and local court rules regarding prohibited items, and protect court proceedings as circumstances dictate.

Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED. At least three (3) calendar years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or its military equivalent (e.g., Master-at-Arms, CGPD, Security Forces Specialist). All three years must have occurred within the last seven (7) years and include general arrest authority.

Language

Skills:

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English; ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid driver’s license from state of residency and a safe driving record for the past five years; DOJ clearance; completion or graduation from a certified federal, state, county, local or military law enforcement training academy with proof of certification.

Other

Qualifications:

Minimum age 21; ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands: Must meet medical standards specified by the USMS. Physical demands are contract‑based and must be met. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: “Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.”

• EOE/AAP/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
• VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Pay Rate: $32.93 - $32.93 USD

We offer every employee—from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals—unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.