Court Security Officer, St. Louis, MO

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

• Perform entrance control: enforce the District's entry and identification system, operate security screening equipment to detect weapons, contraband, prohibited items, check 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, monitor CCTV, duress alarm systems, courtrooms, judge chambers, 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 standard operating procedures.
• Enforce law and order: enforce federal law while in the performance of assigned duties, detain unauthorized persons, protect the safety and security of government employees and the public.
• Prepare reports and records: prepare various reports and records regarding contract performance issues such as labor hours worked, accidents, fire, bomb threats, unusual incidents, or unlawful acts within the court facility area.
• Court attendance: secure unattended courtrooms, inspect courtrooms prior to a proceeding, test security devices, and perform other duties concerning security of the court area.
• Preserve order: provide security presence in the courtroom, enforce federal law and judicial orders, enforce local court rules regarding prohibited items, protect court proceedings as circumstances dictate.

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three (3) calendar years of verifiable experience as a certified law enforcement officer or its military equivalency (Master-at-Arms, CGPD, Security Forces Specialist, etc.) All three years must have occurred within the last seven (7) years and included general arrest authority.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English; ability to understand, explain, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, directives, and procedures.
• Valid driver's license and a safe driving record for the past five years.
• Clearance from the Department of Justice.
• Completion or graduation from a certified Federal, state, county, local, or military law enforcement training academy with certification proof.
• Minimum age of 21 years.
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Must meet medical standards as specified by the United States Marshal Service (USMS). Physical demands are based on the contract and must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

$36.38 - $36.38 USD per hour