Sheriff's Security Officer - Extra Help

Courtroom Security Officer

Under general supervision, to maintain order, decorum and safety in the courthouse and provide clerical support. The incumbent shall perform all functions reasonably necessary to assure the courthouse remains safe and the atmosphere is conducive to justice for all persons and spectators. The incumbent shall serve at court screening stations to ensure that prohibited items and weapons are not brought into the courthouse and in the court security control room operating electronically controlled doors and the camera system.

This is not a sworn position, but the incumbent will be a public officer as defined in California Penal Code section 831.4(a)(1). Incumbents are expected to be familiar with courtroom procedures, courthouse security protocols, and have experience in maintaining order and safety in a courtroom setting. Incumbents shall wear a firearm in the courthouse.

Amador County Sheriff or authorized designee.

None.

Advises all persons present to cease conversation when the judge takes the bench

Announces the beginning or continuation of court sessions

Clears courtroom of third parties when confidential hearings (such as juvenile matters) occur; admonishes persons in the courtroom to refrain from disruptive conduct; advises the judge should any such admonition be disregarded

Summons jurors and takes responsibility for them while they are deliberating or absent from the courtroom

Summons witnesses

Provides clerical support to the courtroom clerk

Performs all functions reasonably necessary to assure that safety, order and decorum are maintained in the courtroom

Operates security screening equipment such as metal detectors and x-ray devices

Observes court security cameras

Operates court security doors remotely or physically

Completes security logs and reports; respond to disturbances or emergencies, completes situational assessments, and request appropriate resources.

The incumbent shall not leave the courtroom while court is in session, or another assigned post, unless another Security Officer or Deputy Sheriff is present to provide equivalent service in the incumbent's absence.

Basic knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and legislation affecting the Court to which assigned.

General knowledge of operations, rules, policies and procedures of the Court to which assigned.

Public and community relations.

Legal procedures and documents used in court cases.

Legal terminology.

Courtroom security procedures.

Attend court sessions and perform a variety of support functions.

Interpret, explain, and apply a variety of policies, rules, procedures and regulations.

Read and understand instructions related to Court proceedings.

Understand and follow court calendar procedures.

Maintain order in the courtroom.

Interact with and control disruptive individuals in the courtroom.

Effectively represent the Sheriff and the assigned Court in answering questions, providing assistance, and dealing with concerns from the public, community organizations, other County staff and other agencies.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and FAX. The ability to safely and accurately handle a firearm and other less-lethal devices.

Work performed in an office and courtroom environment; continuous contact with staff and the public.

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

At least two (2) years of responsible experience performing a variety of court security, peace officer, and/or court support work in a position requiring extensive public contact.

Successful completion of the course of training specified in Section 832 of the Penal Code.

Possession of an appropriate California Driver's License issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

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Amador County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status.

*** All Amador County Employees are Disaster Service Workers***

This position is not benefits eligible.

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