Court Security Officer (LS)
Court Security Officer (LS)
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Job Description
The Court Security Officer is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the courthouse and courtroom. This role supports the orderly operation of the premises and ensures a safe environment for court staff and visitors. The officer also assists the presiding judicial officer by helping to ensure that courtroom proceedings are conducted in a peaceful and orderly manner. The position operates under the supervision of court management.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate integrity professionalism and a strong commitment to courthouse safety and security. This role requires the ability to interact respectfully and effectively with a diverse range of individuals. Prior experience in security or law enforcement and/or in managing or de-escalating tense situations is preferred.
This is a full-time limited-service position located inNewport Vermont. Starting salary is $19.87 per hour. The limited-service term will end6/30/2028. The Court Officer is a non-exempt Judicial Branch position equivalent to paygrade 17.The State of Vermonts total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation.
Benefits
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 12 vacation days earned per year 12 sick leave days earned per year 13 paid holidays each year
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Minimum Qualifications
High School Graduation or GED and 2 years in a responsible position.
Summary of Duties
- Performs security check of the facility opens the courtroom and checks lights heat courtroomequipment and forms required and posts the daily schedule of all courts.
- Inspects cellblock and sally port every morning to ensure that no contraband has been leftovernight turns on all lights.
- Provides security for the judge staff and persons within the courtroom.
- Supervises security arrangements evacuation plans and takes charge in emergency situations.
- Checks in persons scheduled for court insures all persons have the proper paperwork directs thepersons due in court to the proper courtroom.
- Provides information on court schedules and proceedings to interested parties and ensures allparties are present in court prior to the entrance of the judge.
- Announces the opening of court administers oaths to witnesses enforces proper courtroomdecorum and supervises seating arrangements.
- Takes temporary custody of prisoners and releases them to an officer of the appropriate lawenforcement agency.
- Notifies Sheriffs office of a prisoner transport and maintains security of the individual untilrelieved.
- Responsible for the security and coordination of the jury while in court deliberating and ifsequestered.
- Serves papers as directed by the judge or court clerks.
- Court officers may be assigned tasks other than courtroom assignments at the discretion ofChief Court Officer or the Court Operations Manager.
Scheduled hours of work generally conform to public court hours but assignments may extend beyond those hours. Occasional travel to other courts within the State of Vermont may be required. Travel will be reimbursed according to State policies. This position will be eligible for longevity increases in accordance with the State step pay plan and annual cost of living increases as enacted by the Vermont State Legislature. Job Code #25057
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills in all state government positions. The Judicial Branch is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and the recruitment process is designed to treat all applicants equitably.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
