Court Security Officer
Company: Constellis
Location: Beaumont
Posted on: September 13, 2023
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Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARYA Court Security Officer (CSO) is a specialized
security position providing protective services at or around United
State Federal Court Houses or other areas as assigned under a
contract to the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS). CSO's in this
classification generally provide security services under some
limited supervision from a Lead CSO and the District Supervisor who
reports to the Contract Manager (CM).The CSO position is able to
perform a variety of fixed-post, mobile, or foot patrols while
maintaining situational awareness and making decisions and/or
taking actions consistent with established post orders, facility
rules, guidelines and protocols. Duties may include work in austere
and uncomfortable conditions for prolonged periods of time,
including periods of inclement weather, while performing walking,
standing, searching, and surveillance or sitting duties essential
to the performance of the security functions.RESPONSIBILITIESShall
enforce the District's entry and identification system.Test and
Report Emergency EquipmentPatrol court facilities and grounds of
the facility in accordance with applicable post orders.Shall man
USMS authorized stationary posts.Shall provide focused surveillance
on incoming traffic to entrances from inside or outside the
facility in order to detect oncoming threats before reaching the
screening area.May provide armed escort services for judges, court
personnel, jurors, and other designated individuals.Provide
security services for off-site and remote judicial functions where
access to the site can be controlled and public screening
conducted.Where applicable, shall direct traffic, control lights on
court facility properties, and monitor vehicles and pedestrians as
described in the post orders.May occasionally be assigned to
provide courtroom security during hearings.Shall provide security
presence in the courtroom, enforce federal law and judicial orders
within the courthouse,Shall turn over any articles found in a court
facility or designated facility to the COR and complete a CSO-003
within 24 hours after the incident occurs.Keep supervisors and
managers informed of unusual occurrences and important events as
detailed in post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines and
protocols.Monitor alarms, radio traffic and other information
sources. Dispatch or inform others as needed and authorized.Report
and appropriately address fire alarms, burglary alarms, requests
for assistance and criminal acts;Stop, screen, inquire, and inspect
vehicles and pedestrians entering and / or exiting the facility as
directed by post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines and
protocols.Properly use equipment issued or available for
use.Prevent passage of prohibited articles onto or off client
facility.Escort individuals or vehicles in accordance with post
orders, rules, regulations, guidelines and protocols.Maintain all
necessary licensing, certifications, training and records for legal
employment for the Security Guard position;Use portable radios,
phones or other communication devises appropriately and according
to established rules.Monitor all equipment; guard against loss or
damage; report any such loss or damage immediately to a supervisor
or manager.Perform necessary work regardless of weather
conditions.Log in Property Pass numbers for authorized
property/equipment movements.Ensure the security of government
property, detaining personnel using the mantrap when needed, and
reporting anyone involved with unauthorized property/equipment
removal.Conduct regular patrols and inspections of buildings and
facilitiesIssue required badges or passes to authorized
personnel.Monitor electronic access control and report
violationsMonitor radio-frequency identification (RFID) systems and
respond to alarms indicating unauthorized removal of government
property.Grant access to areas during non-working hours to
authorized personnel in accordance with the established procedure
and access lists.Monitor facility equipment and utility systems and
report deficiencies to personnel responsible for repairs.Perform
random surveillance of buildings for the detection of unauthorized
or inappropriate activity.Perform random surveillance of fence line
for breaches and the detection of unauthorized removal of
government property, illegal or inappropriate activity.Provide
additional security support for scheduled events that may occur
during or after duty hours or for unscheduled emergencies as
requested by supervisorMaintain activity logs and administrative
documents as required by contract.Contact, assist, and cooperate
with local, state or federal law enforcement; locate, retain and
protect necessary evidence; testify as necessary in judicial and
administrative proceedings.Other duties as
assigned.QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Be at
least 21 years of age.Minimum of 3 years of verifiable civilian law
enforcement experience OR an equivalent Law Enforcement position
with the United States Armed Forces (military). The experience must
include general arrest authority. All three (3) years shall have
occurred within the last seven (7) years.Must have successfully
completed or graduated from a certified Federal, state, county,
local or military law enforcement training academy or program that
provided instruction on the use of police powers in an armed
capacity while dealing with the public. The certificate shall be
recognized by a Federal, state, county, local or military
authority, and provide evidence that an individual is eligible for
employment as a law enforcement officer.Must submit to and
successfully complete pre-placement screening and evaluation, which
includes submission to a criminal background check, financial
institutions/credit bureau check, and disclosure under the Freedom
of Information Act.Must be able to pass criminal background screen,
drug test and physical exam.Possess a valid, unrestricted (except
eyeglass wear) state driver's license.Fluently read, speak,
comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English.Must be
able to meet medical/physical fitness
requirements.BENEFITSConstellis offers a comprehensive, total
rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a
flexible benefits package that reflect its commitment to creating a
diverse and supportive workplace.Medical, Vision & Dental
InsurancePaid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays401(k)
Retirement PlanInsurance: Basic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth &
Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term
DisabilityPersonal Development & Learning OpportunitiesOn-the-job
Training, Skills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral
ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach WORKING
CONDITIONS The position may require extensive sitting, watching
monitors, walking around the facility outside in rain, wind or
other poor weather conditions and kneeling and stooping to look
under or inside vehicles or containers. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.While performing the duties of this job the employee is
frequently required to sit, talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to
handle, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands
and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or
balance; stoop, kneel, and taste or smell.The employee occasionally
lifts and/or moves anything from 10 to 100 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job includes close vision, distance
vision, color vision and peripheral vision, depth perception and
the ability to focus.Work in austere and uncomfortable conditions
for prolonged periods, including periods of inclement weather,
while performing walking, standing, searching, and surveillance or
sitting duties essential to the performance of the security
functions.
Keywords: Constellis, Beaumont , Court Security Officer, Other , Beaumont, Texas
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