Court Security Officer

Akima Facilities Operations is seeking USMS Court Security Officers to work in Urbana, IL. Join our team of professionals by applying today!

• Enforce the district's entry and identification system.
• Test and report emergency equipment.
• Patrol court facilities and grounds according to post orders.
• Man USMS authorized stationary posts.
• Provide surveillance on incoming traffic to detect threats.
• May escort judges, court personnel, jurors, and others.
• Secure off-site and remote judicial functions.
• Direct traffic, control lights, and monitor vehicles and pedestrians as per post orders.
• Provide courtroom security during hearings and enforce legal orders.
• Handle found articles, report incidents within 24 hours.
• Inform supervisors of unusual events.
• Monitor alarms, radio traffic, and other info sources; dispatch as needed.
• Respond to alarms, requests for assistance, and criminal acts.
• Screen vehicles and pedestrians entering/exiting the facility.
• Use issued equipment properly.
• Prevent prohibited articles from entering/exiting the facility.
• Escort individuals or vehicles as per protocols.
• Maintain necessary licenses, certifications, and records.
• Use communication devices according to rules.
• Monitor equipment, report damages or losses.
• Perform duties in all weather conditions.
• Log property pass numbers.
• Secure government property, detain personnel if needed, report unauthorized removals.
• Conduct patrols and inspections regularly.
• Issue badges or passes to authorized personnel.
• Monitor access control and RFID systems, respond to alarms.
• Grant access during non-working hours to authorized personnel.
• Report deficiencies in facility systems.
• Perform surveillance for unauthorized activities.
• Support scheduled and emergency security needs.
• Maintain logs and administrative documents.
• Cooperate with law enforcement, assist with evidence, testify as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years old.
• Minimum 3 years law enforcement or military experience with arrest authority within the last 7 years.
• Certified law enforcement training recognized by authorities.
• Pass criminal background, drug test, and physical exam.
• Valid, unrestricted state driver's license.
• Fluent in English reading, speaking, and writing.
• Meet medical/physical fitness standards.
• No felony convictions.
• No misdemeanor domestic violence convictions.
• Able to perform physical duties in various weather conditions.

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