Full-time Court Security Officer needed for Murray City.

General Description:

Under supervision of the Training Sergeant, and under general supervision of the Judge, provides a range of court security services. The primary responsibility of the court security officer is to provide a safe environment for the Judge, court personnel, attorneys and the general public.

Minimum Requirements:

•  Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Special Requirements:

• Current Utah State POST certification as Special Function Officer (Category II). Certification must be uploaded with application.

• Must possess a valid Utah Driver License.

• Must be at least 21 years of age per city policy and for insurance purposes.

• Must demonstrate good moral character as determined by a background investigation.

• Must qualify with department issued firearm.

• Employee's life or personal safety is placed at risk. 

Essential Duties: 

• Assures that criminal defendants, who are in custody, are prevented from having physical contact with family, friends, or spectators in order to prevent the passing of weapons or contraband.

• Observes all persons entering the court room, their movement and their activities; limits access to the bench and other restricted areas. Monitors entry magnetometer.

• Searches the interior of the court room, judicial chambers, jury room, restrooms and other restricted areas each morning prior to the arrival of any other court participants. Conducts similar searches following any recesses to assure the rooms are clear of weapons, explosives, or contraband.

• Formally opens court; relays messages to and/or from judge to convene court, assembles jurors, requests presence of attorneys or judge, etc. by use of personal communications and telephone.

• Sees to the needs of the jury to include monitoring, directing and controlling juror activities, including verdict deliberation period, to ensure performance of court duties in compliance with orders, rules and regulations by observing and informing jurors of proper procedures when appropriate.

• Escorts jury members to court ordered locations (such as crime scenes) by use of approved transportation.

• Arrests persons who violate court order and/or city ordinances in the Court Security Officer's presence by taking the offender(s) into custody.

• Collects and preserves contraband from persons who enter the courtroom building, including evidence, and then surrendering the property/evidence to Murray City law enforcement personnel.

• When directed by the court, provides criminal background checks (BCI, III, NCIC, etc.) of defendants.

• Upon instructions of the court, takes into custody individuals and arrange transportation to the Adult Detention Center.

• When required, assists in investigation and follow-up investigation of documents provided to the court as proof of completion of court dates.

• Is familiar with and operates portable hand-held intoxilyzer equipment; operates metal detectors, fingerprint scanners, and other screening devices.

• Performs duties that actively prevent or detect crime and enforces criminal statutes or ordinances of Utah or any of its political subdivisions.

• Responds to situations involving threats to public safety and makes emergency decisions affecting the health of others.

• Performs duties that consist of providing community protection.

• Performs related duties as required. 

Salary: $21.20 - $32.17 DOE

Closing Date: Open until filled (application review begins 03/20/25)