Manatee County Sheriff's Office is hiring: Court Security in Bradenton

Overview

Position: Port Safety and Security Officer (Security Professional). This description includes duties at the Judicial Center and Historic Courthouse and related responsibilities for security, screening, evacuation, and daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the security system (cameras, alarms, security access areas, courtrooms) and Judicial Center exit doors; perform exterior security checks of the Judicial Center and Historic Courthouse; monitor the x-ray screen for contraband and weapons.
• Conduct security screening of persons entering the Judicial Center; observe the public for suspicious behavior; answer questions and direct the public as needed.
• Assist in evacuating personnel and the public from the Judicial Center in an emergency.
• Open the Judicial Center in the mornings; start up and inspect security equipment at the beginning of duty; answer phones; maintain daily logs; notify supervisor of incidents.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to pay close attention to detail while conducting repetitive tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to anticipate potential adverse or unsafe situations and react according to agency policy and procedures.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to emergency situations and make effective decisions under stress.
• Ability to anticipate problems and intervene appropriately to avoid negative repercussions.
• Knowledge of how to search/inspect for and recognize contraband/weapons or unauthorized activities.
• Skill in searching/inspecting individuals, materials, and facilities for contraband/weapons and unauthorized activities.
• Skill in the use of computers and various equipment used to perform daily functions of the position.

Physical Abilities

• Required to speak and hear clearly; often required to sit and use hands and fingers; may need to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb stairs or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Requires close vision.

Tasks And Policies

• Direct the safe and expeditious evacuation of courthouse personnel and the public from the Judicial Center according to procedure and agency policy.
• Monitor the x-ray monitor to determine clearance or need for open inspection based on signals and observations.
• Conduct a daily inspection of the x-ray machine to ensure proper operation per specifications.
• Accurately complete and forward daily logs including x-ray machine inspections and confiscated property for the day.
• Complete assignments to specifications within the specified timeframe and in accordance with agency policies and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Policy

• Arrive on time, limit breaks and lunches to allotted times, and use leave according to General Orders; maintain appropriate notice of leave and comply with leave policies.
• Produce work volume consistent with position requirements and quality tolerance standards.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve group goals, contribute ideas, follow team rules, participate in meetings, and support team leaders.
• Follow standard office procedures, safety policies, and agency General Orders.
• Maintain good interpersonal relations with the public, other employees, and supervisors, including professional appearance and grooming.
• Operate and care for equipment, tools, and vehicles according to prescribed standards and schedules.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Valid Florida driver license required.

Benefits

• Excellent State Retirement
• Uniforms for Specific Civilian Personnel
• 12 Holidays Per Year (includes employee’s birthday)
• Excellent Vacation Plan – Start accruing two weeks of vacation time earned by the end of your first year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year, accrued by pay period
• Life Insurance – Equals annual base salary
• Health Insurance (optional)
• Dental (optional)
• Take-Home Vehicle for Specific Civilian Personnel
• Career Service – After one year of satisfactory continuous service
• Deferred Compensation Plan (optional)
• Direct Payroll Deposit
• Disability Insurance (long-term disability)
• College Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Extensive Wellness Program

Applicant Screen

• Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

• Are you a citizen or eligible to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

• Selective Service registration status
• Yes
• No
• Exempt
• N/A

• Highest level of education
• No High School Diploma or Equivalency
• High School Diploma/GED
• Some college
• Associate’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree

• Background/social media disclosure and confirmation questions related to the application

Other

• Courts security job description: ability to perform essential functions

Company: Manatee County Sheriff's Office – Bradenton, FL offerings and references are included in the original listing; this refinement preserves the content without altering facts.