Pinal County
Court Security Officer
Florence, Arizona, United States
Do you have a high attention to detail, a heightened awareness of your surroundings, and commitment to providing a safe and secure environment for others? Do you have at least 2 years of full-time work experience in an armed position such as law enforcement, armed corrections, armed probation, or armed security?
Join the most highly regarded Court Security team as a Pinal County Superior Court Security Officer -
where you can make a difference contributing to the order and safety within our court facilities.
Perform duties that relate to the security and safety of judges, court staff and visitors of Superior Court. You will enforce court security protocols, maintain order within court facilities, and respond to high-risk situations as needed. Under the guidance of a supervisor, you will conduct patrols, screen individuals entering the courthouse, and handle any incidents that may threaten the safety of court operations. You may be assigned to the main courthouse in Florence, or one of our courthouses throughout Pinal County.
This position requires sound judgement, professionalism, and the ability to remain calm under pressure while utilizing your armed experience to protect the integrity of the judicial process.
HIRING SALARY RANGE
The Superior Court in Pinal County values your experience. We review every candidate for a salary offer that is both equitable and applicable to the position range. Based upon your direct experience and background, a salary offer will likely be presented to you within our starting minimum to midpoint of range ($39,411 - $49,264).
WHY US?
Pinal County and the Superior Court offer amazing benefits. Who knew there was a workplace that wants to see your wellbeing by providing you with a Sabbatical starting at 5 years of service? Plus paid vacation, sick, and holidays? And benefit plans that include things like hospital coverage, pharmacy, medical, vision, dental... and more! We strive to work hard and reward hard work with our perks and balance. Benefits | Pinal County, AZ
You are encouraged to apply, referencing your qualifying experience.
TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Provides an armed security presence at the public entrance and throughout the Superior Court building.
- Maintains a visible presence as a deterrent to those who might consider disturbing the operations or security of the courthouse.
- May be assigned to the entry security screening teams responsible for screening all persons, bags, briefcases, packages, containers, etc., entering the Court building.
- Addresses situations that may be or escalate to a disturbance or hazard to the courthouse.
- May serve, as directed, as a security escort or as a security presence in a variety of court situations.
- Responds to medical emergencies and renders first aid and CPR as a first responder.
- Carries and safely employs court-approved and issued firearms and/or other defensive weapons as situations dictate.
- Prepares and submits reports on security incidences.
- Implements emergency procedures as directed and when appropriate.
- Monitors security cameras, radios and respond to security/panic alarms.
- Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
- Perform other related duties as required.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND
- Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement, as a security, correctional or other comparable firearm carrying officer experience; AND
- Must be twenty-one years of age at time of hire.
- Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.
- Must be able to qualify and maintain defensive tactics and firearms qualification in accordance with Superior Court security policies and procedures within 45 days of hire.
- Will be required to successfully complete a thorough background check.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement, methods and techniques for providing safety and security, and the provisions of providing emergency services.
- Knowledge of safe and lawful handling and use of firearms and defensive weapons.
- Knowledge of defensive tactics and application of non-lethal weapons for controlling volatile situations.
- Knowledge of the usage of security equipment, courtroom procedures, and the principles and practices of building evacuation.
- Knowledge of effective customer services skills.
- Ability to make good observations, recall facts, and maintain a security awareness of the courthouse facilities.
- Ability to evaluate and respond to security problems in a swift, effective manner, and with appropriate actions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, County employees, representatives from governmental agencies, the general public, and individuals who have business with the Superior Court in Pinal County.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions as well as communicating effectively in writing and verbally.
- Ability to operate a personal computer using Microsoft Office and some specialized security monitoring equipment.
- Ability to properly use radio communication equipment.
- Ability to perform/render First Aid and CPR methods and techniques.
Independent body mobility to stand, walk, run, bend, and sit for prolonged periods of time and/or drive a vehicle. Manual dexterity to reach, and grasp; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see and read; hear and speak to communicate with citizens in person and over the phone. The ability to communicate effectively, interrogate and interview people, discern noises that may require investigation, and perform telephone and radio communication; perform surveillance, sight and shoot a firearm safely and effectively, and coordinate and conduct investigations. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Office/Court Setting. Will be required to work with individuals that may be resistant, antagonistic, and/or hostile.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.
Working for the Judicial Branch in a safety-sensitive position, you are required to submit to pre-employment examinations that may include but is not limited to: criminal history with fingerprints and driving history, background interview, drug screening, psychological examination, and reference checks.
Every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States is welcome to apply.
However, Pinal County cannot currently offer visa sponsorship or STEM OPT.
We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities.