Judicial Branch Security Director

Posting Date 05/06/26

Final date to receive applications 05/22/26

Pay Range

• Min: $99,500.00
• 1st Quartile: $
• Mid: $
• Max: $

The expected hiring salary range is $125,000 to $149,500. The salary of the person selected for the position will be dependent on creditable experience.

This position is exempt under the FLSA.

We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and ten paid holidays. Medical, dental, and vision insurance are affordable. Employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State‑sponsored retirement pension plans, an employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additional options include life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance.

Under the current guidelines for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, the Maricopa County Superior Court is a qualifying employer. Full‑time Judicial Branch employees who meet other eligibility criteria may be eligible for loan forgiveness.

Unclassified - Judicial

D800 Superior Court

The Judicial Branch Security Director provides direction for the day‑to‑day operations of security, emergency management and threat management functions for the Judicial Branch, including Superior Court, Adult Probation, Juvenile Probation, and Justice Courts. The director will also have executive responsibility for developing strategic planning objectives and addressing the complexities associated with providing security operations for one of the nation’s largest trial courts.

Working as a key member of the executive management team, the position will direct the security efforts of a staff of more than 181 employees who cover 29 locations encompassing 35 entry points throughout the county and provide a safe environment for Judicial Officers, employees, and the public.

The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in security operations, emergency management, and threat assessment across large, multi‑site environments. They demonstrate confident leadership, excellent communication under pressure, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with law enforcement and justice partners. They also leverage technology and data to strengthen organizational safety, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement.

The Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing a safe, fair and impartial forum for resolving disputes, enhancing access to our services, and providing innovative, evidence‑based practices that improve the safety of our community and ensure the public’s trust and confidence. The Superior Court in Maricopa County, one of the largest, most innovative and progressive trial courts in the nation, seeks innovative individuals to join our team who will embrace our vision of excellence and the principles inherent in the Rule of Law.

We fulfill these principles through a culture that values fairness, respect, integrity, innovation, and safety.

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business or Public Administration, Emergency Management or a related field.

• Six (6) years of professional‑level security, emergency management, and threat management experience, preferably in a judicial or government setting.
• At least three (3) years of directly related supervisory experience, managing large teams and multi‑site operations.

OR

• Master’s Degree in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of professional experience but does not substitute for the supervisory experience.
• Increased responsible security, threat or emergency management experience may substitute for the education on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Obtain certification as a First Responder, Basic Life Safety, and CPR provider within six (6) months of appointment.
• Obtain certification in defensive weapons tactics within six (6) months of appointment.
• Obtain certification as a Court Security Officer pursuant to Arizona Code of Judicial…