Alaska State Troopers
Court Services Officer (26-01)
Alaska State Troopers, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Court Services Officers (CSOs) are a unique class of officers who work under the general direction and command of the Alaska State Troopers. CSOs conduct duties for the Commissioner of Public Safety under AS 22.20.100-140, including providing physical security of courtrooms, chambers and other court facilities; coordinating and providing prisoner transport; serving court writs; and providing protective details and security for judicial officers.
OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support the Department's mission.
BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM As a Court Services Officer you will receive paid, high‑caliber training and benefits at no expense to you while attending the academy.
WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT Positions are available in Anchorage, Fairbanks and Juneau, each offering unique opportunities and environments.
LOCATION‑SPECIFIC INFORMATION Fairbanks:
The court services office is located in the Rabinowitz Courthouse. CSOs provide judiciary security, including at Utkuagvik—the farthest north court location in Alaska.
Juneau:
Based out of the Juneau Courthouse Judicial Services Office. CSOs conduct regional paper service, prisoner transport, out‑of‑state fugitive extraditions, and courtroom security.
Anchorage:
Located in downtown Anchorage on the main Alaska Court System campus. CSOs conduct local and regional prisoner transports, physical site security, writ services, and judiciary protection.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
18 years of age or older at the time of hire
High school diploma or GED
Conversant in written and spoken English
Valid driver’s license
Not disqualified from a formal background investigation in the last twelve months
Constituent of all mandatory background, physical fitness, and drug screening requirements
REQUIRED TRAINING AND SCHEDULE Qualified applicants will attend the Department of Public Safety Training Academy beginning July 2026 or January 2027.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide physical security of courtrooms, chambers, and auxiliary court facilities
Coordinate and provide prisoner transport to and from court, correctional facilities, and other obligations
Serve court writs and other court documents within stipulated time frames
Provide protective details and security for judges, court staff, and other judicial officers
Assist in court evacuation and emergency response activities as directed
Assist in traffic and incident control within the court property and surrounding area
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND PHYSICAL FITNESS Applicants will undergo a comprehensive background investigation, including fingerprinting, medical and psychological evaluations, drug screening, and a physical agility test. Successful completion of a security clearance is required to access criminal justice information systems.
INITIAL PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST:
All applicants must pass the initial physical fitness test to continue in the application process. Details can be found at https://dps.alaska.gov/AST/Recruit/Fitness. Time of testing: March 2‑6, 2026, May 11‑15, 2026, or July 6‑10, 2026.
DOCUMENTS TO PROVIDE
Birth certificate (scanned copy)
High school transcript or GED test results
College transcripts (if applicable)
Police or academy certification for former law‑enforcement officers
Military discharge or separation papers for former military members
Driving record abstract (U.S. and foreign, if applicable)
Official translations of documents issued in languages other than English
EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Inquiries regarding accommodations may be directed to the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations.
CONTACT INFORMATION DPS Recruitment
Phone: 907‑269‑5976
Email: dps.recruit@alaska.gov
All initial communication with applicants will be conducted via email. Applicants must provide a valid email address and check it regularly throughout the application process.
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OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support the Department's mission.
BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM As a Court Services Officer you will receive paid, high‑caliber training and benefits at no expense to you while attending the academy.
WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT Positions are available in Anchorage, Fairbanks and Juneau, each offering unique opportunities and environments.
LOCATION‑SPECIFIC INFORMATION Fairbanks:
The court services office is located in the Rabinowitz Courthouse. CSOs provide judiciary security, including at Utkuagvik—the farthest north court location in Alaska.
Juneau:
Based out of the Juneau Courthouse Judicial Services Office. CSOs conduct regional paper service, prisoner transport, out‑of‑state fugitive extraditions, and courtroom security.
Anchorage:
Located in downtown Anchorage on the main Alaska Court System campus. CSOs conduct local and regional prisoner transports, physical site security, writ services, and judiciary protection.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
18 years of age or older at the time of hire
High school diploma or GED
Conversant in written and spoken English
Valid driver’s license
Not disqualified from a formal background investigation in the last twelve months
Constituent of all mandatory background, physical fitness, and drug screening requirements
REQUIRED TRAINING AND SCHEDULE Qualified applicants will attend the Department of Public Safety Training Academy beginning July 2026 or January 2027.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide physical security of courtrooms, chambers, and auxiliary court facilities
Coordinate and provide prisoner transport to and from court, correctional facilities, and other obligations
Serve court writs and other court documents within stipulated time frames
Provide protective details and security for judges, court staff, and other judicial officers
Assist in court evacuation and emergency response activities as directed
Assist in traffic and incident control within the court property and surrounding area
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND PHYSICAL FITNESS Applicants will undergo a comprehensive background investigation, including fingerprinting, medical and psychological evaluations, drug screening, and a physical agility test. Successful completion of a security clearance is required to access criminal justice information systems.
INITIAL PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST:
All applicants must pass the initial physical fitness test to continue in the application process. Details can be found at https://dps.alaska.gov/AST/Recruit/Fitness. Time of testing: March 2‑6, 2026, May 11‑15, 2026, or July 6‑10, 2026.
DOCUMENTS TO PROVIDE
Birth certificate (scanned copy)
High school transcript or GED test results
College transcripts (if applicable)
Police or academy certification for former law‑enforcement officers
Military discharge or separation papers for former military members
Driving record abstract (U.S. and foreign, if applicable)
Official translations of documents issued in languages other than English
EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Inquiries regarding accommodations may be directed to the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations.
CONTACT INFORMATION DPS Recruitment
Phone: 907‑269‑5976
Email: dps.recruit@alaska.gov
All initial communication with applicants will be conducted via email. Applicants must provide a valid email address and check it regularly throughout the application process.
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