Special Security Officer

Definition

This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The rate of pay for this position is $24.8068 per hour.

The Sheriff's Office is seeking a SPECIAL SECURITY OFFICER to join their team. This position performs general security work for the Missoula County Courthouse and adjacent County facilities as required. Performs Bailiff duties for District Court(s) per state statute. May perform Bailiff duties for Justice Court(s) as required.

Details: We are accepting completed application submissions until 5:00 p.m., Friday, August 8, 2025. It is in your best interest to apply by this date.
To Apply:

• Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted.
• Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.

Representative Examples of Work

Provides general security services for the Missoula County Courthouse and adjacent county facilities buildings, grounds, and parking areas. Uses presence and communication skills to facilitate and maintain orderly and efficient operations of the Missoula County Courthouse and adjacent facilities during the hours of normal business operation. Monitors and controls entry and exit points to County buildings as well as video surveillance cameras systems. Maintains a highly visible presence within the Missoula County Courthouse, routinely patrols Courthouse and adjacent county buildings, grounds, and parking area(s) for the purpose of deterring crime, maintaining good community relations, and providing an identifiable source for citizen assistance, guidance, protection, and service. Responds to emergencies and incidents in designated areas promptly, taking appropriate action to ensure public safety, including communicating with and restraining uncooperative individuals and calling for assistance when required. Assists with coordinating and implementing emergency evacuation and safety plans. Provides emergency medical attention to citizens as needed. Assesses and makes decisions regarding the reasonable use of less lethal or lethal force. Maintains security and possession of a firearm and related equipment at all times. Prepares complete and accurate reports as required. Provides courtroom security by his/her presence and calling for assistance from the Sheriff's Department when needed. Monitors and controls points of entry and exit to the courtroom. Performs bailiff duties at the direction of the court: Calls the court to order, retrieves court files for the District Court Judge, at judge’s request clears the courtroom of spectators, calls witnesses and jurors into the courtroom, and sequesters the jury when in deliberation. Conducts a physical inspection of the courtroom for security prior to and at the end of each court session and secure the courtroom when not in session. May facilitate transportation of jury to crime scenes and meals as required. May assist the District Court Judge(s) and Clerk(s) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must possess a Highschool Diploma or equivalent GED.
• Must possess a valid MT driver’s license.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening, physical, and hearing test.
• Must pass a background investigation conducted by the Missoula County Sheriff's Department.
• No experience required.
• Previous experience in law enforcement or security officer preferred.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires firearms certification course and successful completion of a pre-service training academy (see appendix A).

Physical/Environmental Demands

The work requires long periods of sitting and standing, and some general foot patrol; requires working outdoors in inclimate weather for limited periods of time. May require detaining and escorting a subject who has been remanded to the custody of the jail. May require transporting jurors using county vehicle.

Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in a scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

Excellent Medical Health Benefits- Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

Flexible Benefits Plan- Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.

Public Employees Retirement System- Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.

Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)- A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.

Sick Leave- Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Vacation Leave- Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays- The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.

Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

Closing Date/Time: 8/8/2025 5:00 PM Mountain

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