Court Security Officer
Government of the Virgin Islands
工作地点
St Croix
雇佣形态
临时工
招聘信息详细内容
This is security work in primarily operating a screening station at the entrance to the judiciary. Work involves screening all visitors entering the court building as well as articles carried in to ensure there are no threatening incidents within the facility, additional building and parking lot. Security duties are also performed under limited supervision by the Chief of Court Security or Senior Deputy Marshal IV and reviewed by observation and results achieved.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Directs visitors to walk through the magnetometer while listening for alarm indicating the presence of metal on the person; directs individuals to remove metal from their person to allow clearance into the building; uses hand held wand magnetometer to detect metal on a person.
• Adjusts magnetometer for sensitivity as necessary; checks magnetometer for proper operation.
• Screens carry in items by scanning them on x-ray scanner; observes machine screen to detect weapons or contraband; confiscates items and logs them in for later retrieval by public.
• May conduct hand search of carry in purses, bags and briefcases.
• Notifies supervisor and law enforcement of unruly or violent individuals who attempt to enter the building.
• Makes the rounds of floors and restrooms for security inspection; secures doors and stairwells both before and after court hours; checks alarm systems; ensures evacuation if fire alarm sounds.
• Logs in visitors after normal court hours.
• Operates a hand held radio to maintain two-way communication while at a security post.
• May escort workers to parked vehicles after working hours.
• Patrols parking areas and courthouse grounds to identify security and safety breaches.
• May perform security work for Rising Stars Orchestra concerts.
• May provide transportation for Rising Stars participants.
• Provides directions to various courtrooms and offices.
• Maintains daily activity log.
• Other duties as assigned or required.
Graduation from high school (or its equivalent) and six months to two years' experience in security, military, or law enforcement work.
• Some knowledge of the functions and operations of the court.
• Knowledge of building security screening practices.
• Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with procedures and regulations and to apply them to work situations.
• Ability to meet and deal firmly and effectively with the general public and to use tact and good judgment.
• Ability to remain constantly alert and aware of surroundings, and maintain vigilance in order to immediately respond to matters requiring prompt attention.
• Ability to work outside traditional work hours (ie: weekends and after hours) and assume additional tasks if the need arises
