Constable I

• Provides armed protection and security services and enforces court orders policies and procedures using defensive tactics and devices such as subduing individuals disturbing court proceedings handcuffing and using chemical propellants.

• Observes behavior and conduct of individuals to identify and de-escalate potentially disruptive and violent situations and takes appropriate action. Responds to emergencies in court facilities such as disruptive court users and anticipates the need for/requests extra security.

• Serves and executes legal documents consisting of civil and criminal court orders in accordance with relevant laws rules and regulations.

• Performs investigations to locate defendants who have moved or are attempting to evade service.

• Directs individuals in court proceedings or other interactions in compliance with related laws rules and regulations.

• Completes department approved security weapons qualification and other training programs/certifications as directed by the Chief of Constables such as completing and annually re-certifying on firearms defensive tactics tasers and chemical defense spray.

• Prepares and maintains records logs and reports.

• Uses computer software and automated information systems to enter update modify delete retrieve inquire or report on data.

• Makes bank deposits; delivers and retrieves court documents to and from other courts state offices businesses and/or post offices.

• May transport prisoners including juveniles to penal institutions within the state and/or other courts as directed by the court.

• Contacts defendants plaintiffs their attorneys and others on matters affecting the service and execution of legal documents.

• Performs other related duties as required.

1. At least 21 years of age.
2. Six months experience in security such as providing protective services to persons facilities or grounds from trespassing theft and other conditions.
3. Six months experience in record keeping such as maintaining records logs and managing filing systems used for such records.
4. Six months experience in using an automated information system to enter update modify delete retrieve/inquire and report on data.

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