22 May
Court Security Officer
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PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Under general direction, maintains order and security of the Courts.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND PERFORMANCE:
Essential Duties:
Performs In-Court Duties:
- Ensures the personal safety of the judiciaries whenever court is in session;
- Physical inspection of the courtroom, hallways, elevators, jury room and offices prior to all court sessions;
- Controlling inmates within the courtrooms.
- Assists Clerk of Court with duties of opening and closing court sessions;
- Assists all court participants by explaining court procedures and answering questions;
- Makes in-court arrests, when so ordered by the court;
- Manages security for all jury members during jury trials while in and out of session;
- Safeguards exhibits and evidence when directed by the court;
- Acts as court liaison for the court to all parties when so directed by the court;
Performs Out-of-Court Duties:
- Secures courtrooms when not in used;
- Maintains and operates security equipment for the safety of the courts;
- Ensures screenings of court participants prior to entry of the courthouse;
- Performs security checks of the outside perimeter of the courthouse to include the parking spaces of members of the judiciary;
Other Duties: Assists other court security officers, fire department and other law enforcement agencies as required; performs special assignments and other duties as assigned.
Education/Training Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Applicants are subject to and must pass a full background check to include criminal history, psychological testing and medical exam
- High school diploma/GED
- Ability to pass a rigorous fitness test
- Ability to complete/attend the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy's 8-week long Detention Officer Basic Training in Douglas, WY
- Ability to pass an oral interview examination
- Candidates will be subject to and must pass a polygraph test
- Wyoming Driver's License & acceptable MVR
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