TYPICAL DUTIES:  Under general supervision of the Superior Court Administrator, this unclassified position supports the administration and coordination of court security operations, ensuring services are delivered in alignment with court policies, procedures, and operational needs. Responsible for overall security and emergency procedures for the court locations.

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

TYPICAL DUTIES: (Illustrative Only) Manages a professional workforce of certified court security officers/bailiffs, providing direction and ensuring effective implementation of policies, procedures, goals, and objectives. Maintains staffing schedules for all court locations to ensure adequate and appropriate coverage. 
Develops, implements, and oversees court security and emergency preparedness programs, including policies, procedures, plans, training, and drills. Manages court electronic security systems and regularly evaluates program effectiveness, making recommendations for improvement as needed. Assists and participates in local security and emergency preparedness committees. Ensures compliance with Arizona Court Security Standards, court rules, statutes, and other applicable regulations governing court security operations. Develops and administers Certified Court Security Officer training programs, including new hire, remedial, and refresher training (e.g., defensive tactics, firearms standards, and proficiency qualifications). May serve as a security escort or provide on-site security presence in various court proceedings and situations, as directed. Conducts research and analyzes data to identify and mitigate current and future court security risks and needs. Identifies and resolves procedural or operational security issues and makes recommendations to improve overall security services. Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a minimum of 21 years old; possess a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in law enforcement or detention environment including a minimum of three years in a supervisory or managerial capacity. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.

Must successfully complete the Arizona Supreme Court’s Court Security Officer Training Academy within 90 days of employment, and Arizona Supreme Court’s Court Security Officer Firearms Training Academy within 180 days of employment pursuant to ARS §12-299.10.    

Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License and the ability to be covered by county insurance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Preference may be given to individuals who are bilingual in English and Spanish in speaking, writing, and reading.  

PLEASE NOTE: This safety sensitive position requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening to include the successful completion of a psychological exam and fingerprinting. Position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Working knowledge of:

• principles and practices of court security, methods, and techniques for providing safety and security and the provisions of providing emergency services;
• principles and practices of supervision and performance management; 
• safe and lawful handling and use of firearms and defensive weapons;
• pertinent laws and regulations;
• defensive tactics and application of non-lethal weapons for controlling volatiles situations;
• court procedures;
• proper two-way radio communication;
• legal terminology;
• clerical office practices and procedures;
• business English, spelling, and grammar.

Skill in:

• assessing security needs and allocating resources as needed; 
• the operation of office equipment;
• the operation of word processing system;
• the operation of radio communication equipment;
• organization and adherence to detail.

Ability to:

• prioritize, schedule, and organize work to meet established deadlines; 
• identify and effectively diffuse potential threats; 
• prepare clear and comprehensive reports;
• keep court users safe from internal or external harm;
• work under pressure in a highly dynamic work environment with changing demands and priorities;
• make good observations, recall facts, and maintain a security awareness of the courthouse facilities;
• evaluate and respond to security problems in a swift, effective manner and with appropriate actions;
• develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public;
• handle confidential matters and maintain discretion;
• act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy;
• sit or stand for extended periods of time;
• follow written and verbal instruction;
• read, write, and speak English.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily performed under general supervision. Incumbent generally works in a typical office or courtroom setting with appropriate climate controls.  Travel may be required.  May require working evenings and weekends.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Essential functions of this position require: lifting up to 50 pounds, manual dexterity, fine motor skills, ability to communicate.

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, feel or manipulate with hands. 

Mental Application:  Utilizes memory for details and verbal instructions, requires emotional stability, critical thinking and adaptability; creative problem-solving skills.