Court Security Officer

Court Security Officer – Yuma County

This position is advertised from the minimum hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.

Applications are sought on behalf of the Superior Court in Yuma County. Yuma County Human Resources does not review any applications submitted for this position. All applications are forwarded to Superior Court Human Resources in Yuma County.

Nature of Work

• Maintain general security and safety of the Superior Court and Justice Courts.
• Operate metal detectors and x‑ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects.
• Prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas; patrol facilities as directed and monitor video cameras.
• Provide customer service as required.
• Patrol buildings, facilities, and grounds; provide a visible, armed security presence at the public entrance and throughout the court buildings.
• Carry and safely employ department issued firearms and other defensive weapons as situations dictate.
• Address situations that may be or become a disturbance or hazard to the courthouse; issue identification badges to control employee bypass entrances and prevent unauthorized access.
• Monitor and regularly test closed‑circuit TV and various fire and security alarm systems; serve as a security escort or presence in a variety of court situations.
• Respond to medical emergencies and render first aid and CPR as a first responder.
• Participate on the superior court emergency response team, following the courts disaster/emergency response procedures.
• Implement emergency procedures as directed and when appropriate.
• Investigate, prepare, and submit reports on security incidents and complete daily incident recaps.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work‑related issues, customer records, and restricted county information.
• Abide by the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees; perform related duties as required or assigned.

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or GED OR an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field.
• Two years of relevant, responsible law enforcement, military, private security, or closely related experience; OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Additional Requirements

• Pass criminal background and reference checks; pass a psychological evaluation and polygraph examination.
• Maintain Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET) yearly accreditation.
• Hold a valid Arizona Driver’s License with a clean driving record; must attend and successfully complete a 40‑hour Court Security Officer Training course and be certified in accordance with standards set by the Arizona Administrative Office of the Courts.
• Attend and successfully complete a 40‑hour Court Security Officer Firearms Academy.
• Complete all annual training requirements.
• Work includes 8 or 10‑hour shifts, weekend rotations, and workstation rotations.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Standard office environment and court facilities; may be exposed to physical harm, infectious diseases, and/or physical violence.
• Required to physically restrain persons, and effectively deal with stressful and potentially hazardous emergency situations.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards; may be required to lift and/or carry people, supplies, equipment, and other heavy items.
• Must be able to quickly ascend stairs to respond quickly in an emergency situation.
• Must be able to wear and carry assigned duty gear, including a ballistic vest.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, walk, and use stairs.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable State of Arizona statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules and requirements;
  Yuma County and Superior Court policies and procedures;
  Superior Court in Yuma County‑Rules of the Judicial Merit System and the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees; principles and equipment used in court security; standard Operating Guidelines for the Security Division of Superior Court in Yuma County; legal terminology and court processes and procedures; community resources and services.
• Skills in interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds; working under pressure in a dynamic work environment; communicating effectively with colleagues, court staff, and the public.