Court Security Officer Job Available

Court Security Officer

Date added: January 27, 2017

Department: Mount Vernon Municipal Court

Required/Accepted: Resume, Cover Letter and References

Closing Date: February 17, 2017

Status: Conducting Interviews February 24, 2017

The Mount Vernon Municipal Court is recruiting for a full-time Court Security Officer. The Court Security Officer is responsible for maintaining security within the Mount Vernon Municipal Court Building, for court

officials and for those customers utilizing court related services.

The Court Security Officer inspect spersons and personal belongings of people entering the Court for weapons, contraband or other suspicious or potentially harmful items through the use of a magnetometer

and scanner; directs individuals to appropriate places in the Court and performs other related duties as assigned. Duties would require the Court Security Officer to be in uniform and armed. The Court Security

Officer reports to the Judge.

The Court Security Officer must have the ability to organize and maintain a secure Court environment and assist the public within the Court building. Must demonstrate mutual respect for people at all levels and

possess the ability to effectively interact with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries in a courteous and professional manner. Requires minimum of a high school education. Strong written and

verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Court officials, police officers, prisoners and the general public are essential.

Must have the ability to learn how to operate weapons detection equipment and other screening devices, and to acquire a working knowledge of security methods and safety practices. Must be able to recognize

and react to possible stressful situations. Must have knowledge and application of firearm and defense techniques; skill in the operation of a handgun and the ability to qualify to carry a weapon; adequate

physical condition to perform essential duties; knowledge of and skill in the use of computers; and the ability to work with minimum supervision. Success as a municipal, county or state law enforcement officer

or other similar experience desired. Current Peace Officer certified through Ohio Peace Officers’ Training Commission per Ohio Administrative Code preferred. Must fulfill all training requirements necessary to

maintain the position. Must have and maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s License. Candidates for this position must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.

Pay: $16.00 per hour.

TO APPLY:

Apply immediately by submitting a Resume, Cover Letter and References to: Mount Vernon Municipal Court Attn: Bailiff, 5 North Gay Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050; Fax 740-393-5349 or email bailiff@mountvernonohio.org. Recruitment closes Friday, February 17, 2017 at 4:00 pm.