Intermittent Municipal Court Marshal

On-Call Intermittent Court Marshal

Seattle Municipal Court's (SMC) mission is to provide a forum for citizens to resolve alleged violations of the law in a respectful, independent, and impartial manner. The Court is dedicated to advancing social justice issues by supporting personal, structural, and systemic change in our community, and building a diverse workforce. The Court works collaboratively to realize the City's vision of racial equity by participating in the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative.

Candidates with the ability to effectively work with multi-cultural communities are encouraged to apply.

SMC, recognized for our proactive and innovative approach, is seeking experienced law enforcement or correctional officers for the position of On-Call Intermittent, Court Marshal. The unit consists of 13 specially commissioned officers, two Sergeants, and a Chief leading the team. Join the Court's specially commissioned team as an officer responsible for all aspects of security and creating a safe environment for defendants, the public, and Court employees.

This high-volume work unit seeks to hire dedicated, agile, and motivated staff. Candidates with the ability to speak multiple languages are encouraged to apply.

This recruitment is for an on-call, intermittent Court Marshal position at Seattle Municipal Court. Intermittent Court Marshals serve on a flexible, as-needed basis with a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week. When hired as an on-call, intermittent Court Marshal, you may later be offered a full-time regular position when/if a vacancy opens.

Currently serving in law enforcement and looking for part-time work? Individuals currently serving in a law enforcement capacity are invited to apply. This role is an excellent way to put your experience to work on a flexible schedule. Documentation of approval from the applicant's current agency is required.

You will be successful in this role if you are committed to: public service and the justice system; upholding strict standards of ethical behavior; working in a fast-paced collaborative team environment; building relationships.

• Guard and protect prisoners, Court staff and the public in courtrooms, holding cells and court-related areas. Intervene in potential incidents of violence.
• Report criminal violations to the Seattle Police Department.
• Transport SMC defendants on Court Transport Orders from other jail locations.
• Transport SMC defendants held at other jails to be booked into King County Jail for SMC warrants. Escort prisoners or detainees between secured facilities and courtrooms.
• Monitor, assist, and oversee security screeners to ensure screening of the public is conducted in a professional manner.
• Operate security devices: firearm, baton, Taser, etc. in the discharge of their duties.
• Act as first responder to fire alarms, bomb threats, activated alarms, and various safety concerns, and assist with building evacuations within the Seattle Justice Center.
• Complete incident reports and various required paperwork.
• Successfully secure and maintain Seattle Police Department special commission which includes passing an annual firearm qualification at the Seattle Police Department range.
• Arrest a person in compliance with an arrest warrant after confirming the existence and extradition. Arrest and remand a person into custody pursuant to a judicial officer's order.

Minimum Qualifications:

Certified by a criminal justice or corrections academy program AND at least two years of full-time law enforcement or corrections experience. (Previously certified by a basic law enforcement OR corrections academy)

• Can successfully pass a polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug testing. Is trained and experienced in the use of defensive tactics and use of force.
• Ability to become certified in the use of firearms.
• Valid Washington State Driver's license.
• 21+ years of age upon hire.
• High school diploma or GED.
• U.S. citizen.

Minimum Employment Standards:
The following are automatic disqualifiers - applicants should not apply to our agency if any of the following apply:
Criminal Record: any adult felony conviction; any…