Municipal Courts department has an exciting opportunity to become a Municipal Courts Security Officer. The duties will include but not limited to the following:Provides general security services to maintain the orderly and efficient operations of a municipal court. Conducts a physical inspection of the courtroom for security prior to and at the end of each court session. Secures the courtroom when court is not in session, monitors and conducts daily inspections of all security equipment such as ... more details
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Posting Number: 34326 Department: Municipal Courts Division: Judicial Operations Reporting Location: 1400 Lubbock St. Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.* and 2:00pm - 11:00pm *Rotating Weekends and Rotating Holidays* DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Municipal Courts department has an exciting opportunity to become a Municipal Courts Security Officer. The duties will include but not limited to the following:
Provides general security services to maintain the orderly and efficient operations of a municipal court.
Conducts a physical inspection of the courtroom for security prior to and at the end of each court session.
Secures the courtroom when court is not in session, monitors and conducts daily inspections of all security equipment such as court benches, lighting, fire extinguishers and first aid kits.
Observe and report any prohibited items that enter our facilities and courtrooms.
Assists contract-security in front entrance when instructed.
Perform opening and closing ceremonies of the Court, enforce courtroom rules of behavior and issue warnings as needed.
Enforce and report contempt’s order via city issued device.
Prepares Daily Activity Reports, via Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Complete yearly CJIS Training and TLETS
Complete yearly Xray Training
Provide courtroom rules and procedures to the citizens before each docket.
Assist with Parking Division
Able to manage large groups of people.
WORKING CONDITIONS This position occasionally requires stooping or bending and the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances. Requires long periods of standing. Occasional light lifting, minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. May deal with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Requires a high school diploma or a GED. Must have CPR training, or the ability to get CPR training within 6 weeks of hiring.
Skilled in effectively and tactfully communicating with a wide variety of people in sensitive situations as may be normally acquired through public relations training. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with judges, lawyers, City employees, and the general public. May require bilingual (Spanish/English) ability to talk to citizens who are not fluent in English. Knowledge of courtroom procedures sufficient to maintain efficient operations is also required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS One year of related work experience is required, preferably in a law enforcement agency.
One year of military or police training may be substituted for the above experience requirement.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None
PREFERENCES
Preferences shall be given to the candidates that have the following:
Strong interpersonal skills
Experience interacting with Judges, lawyers, and the general public professionally and courteously.
Three years of related work experience preferably in a law enforcement agency.
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6**.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None; however, the department may administer, and the applicant must successfully complete a skills-assessment relevant to job description.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 12
APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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