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Job Summary

NATURE OF WORK\ Under general supervision, maintains general security and safety of the Superior Court and Justice Courts in Yuma County; operates metal detectors and x-ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects; prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas; patrols facilities as directed and monitors video cameras; provides customer service as required.

Nature of Work

(Illustrative Only)Patrols buildings, facilities, and grounds; provides a visible, armed security presence at the public entrance and throughout the Superior Court building, Juvenile Justice Center and Justice Courts; carries and safely employs department issued firearms and other defensive weapons as situations dictate; operates metal detectors and x-ray screening machines to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects; addresses situations that may be or escalate to a disturbance or hazard to the courthouse; issues identification badges to control employee bypass entrances and prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas; monitors and regularly test closed circuit TV and various fire and security alarm systems; may serve, as directed, as a security escort or as a security presence in a variety of court situations; responds to medical emergencies and renders first aid and CPR as a first responder; participates on the superior court emergency response team, following the courts disaster/emergency response procedures; implements emergency procedures as directed and when appropriate; investigates, prepares, and submits reports on security incidents and completes daily incident recaps; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information; abides by the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees; performs related duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Work is performed in a standard office environment and Court facilities; may be exposed to potential physical harm, infectious diseases and/or physical violence; required to physically restrain persons, and effectively deal with stressful and potentially hazardous emergency situations; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards; may be required to lift and/or carry people, supplies, equipment and/or other heavy, bulky items; must be able to quickly ascend stairs to respond in an emergency situation; must be able to wear and carry assigned duty gear to include a ballistic vest; must be able to stand for long periods of time, walk and use stairs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Applicable State of Arizona statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules, and requirements; Yuma County and Superior Court policies and procedures; Superior Court in Yuma County- Rules of the Judicial Merit System and the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees; principles, practices, techniques, and equipment used in Court security; Standard Operating Guidelines for the Security Division of Superior Court in Yuma County; legal terminology and court processes and procedures; community resources and services.\ \ Skills in: Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds; working under pressure in a dynamic work environment with changing demands and priorities; communicating effectively with persons who are confused, angry, and/or openly hostile; establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with court employees, and the public; exercising sound judgment within general policy guidelines; using and maintaining proficiency in the use of firearms, special weapons, and special law enforcement equipment; operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications; maintaining situational awareness to identify potential threats and respond accordingly.\ \ Ability to: Identify hazardous or unsafe conditions; qualify with firearms and less lethal weapons, as assigned, on an annual basis; evaluate and respond appropriately to security problems in a swift and effective manner; follow written and oral instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing \

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Yuma County

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