Job Announcement:

COURT SECURITY DEPUTY

Grade W11 – Non-Exempt

Starting Salary $48,464 annually

 

 GENERAL DUTIES:

 This uniformed civilian position will provide security and maintain order within the courtroom and courthouse to the Circuit Court and/or District Court and is responsible for the movement, supervision, security and control of prisoners in Sheriff's Office custody.  (This is NOT a Certified Law Enforcement Deputy Sheriff position.)  Supervision is received from the Courthouse Security Supervisor.

 

Availability:  Monday – Friday (hours to be determined based on assignments)

 

Eligibility:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or a resident alien
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED recognized by the State Board of Education
• Must be able, to read write, and speak English
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license (Class C) in compliance with the Carroll County Government Vehicle Safety Guidelines policy
• Must meet minimum requirements set forth by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office (please visit our website at https://sheriff.carrollcountymd.gov/employhiringprocess.html)
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Qualifications and Requirements:

 

• Prior law enforcement, corrections, security or related experience required
• Ability to obtain Special Police Commission
• Ability to satisfactorily complete assigned specialized and annual training
• Must successfully complete and maintain agency entry level firearms training and maintain agency firearm certification
• Position may require extensive periods of standing or sitting
• Position may require the ability to lift 100 pounds, as well as push, pull or move objects

 

Essential Tasks:

 

• Work court security posts as assigned
• Conduct prisoner searches, courtroom searches, cell checks and prisoner counts
• Provide courtroom security and order
• Conduct processing of prisoners through Central Booking
• Coordinate transportation, delivery and transfer of prisoner custody
• Supervise and control prisoners in custody and conduct prisoner movement between courtrooms, holding facilities, various Carroll County courthouse locations and transportation services (and, if needed, drive a Carroll County Sheriff’s Office vehicle to transport prisoners)
• Provide instruction to juries as well as to professionals and other persons in the courtroom
• Provide information and assistance to persons in the courtroom and in the courthouse
• Provide security and services to judges and court personnel
• Ensure appropriate staffing of security posts and assist with main entrance security, as needed
• Maintain records of daily activities and communicate activities to Control Deputy
• Participate in special operations and staffing needs of other divisions / units, when requested
• Conduct service of civil process / warrants, when necessary
• Respond to emergency situations as they arise
• Report unusual occurrences and incidents
• Perform other related duties as required

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 

• Working knowledge of federal, state and local civil and criminal laws
• Knowledge of agency rules, regulations and policies
• Knowledge of court system and the requirements for proper accountability of evidence
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and work within established guidelines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to apply considerable initiative in identifying problems and implementing solutions to those problems
• Ability to learn and use a personal computer and the current data base for accountability of all required records

• Ability to effectively maintain security, control and discipline over individuals, groups and courtroom activities
• Ability to perform all assigned duties without restriction and complete all duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, general public, and governmental agencies
• Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Carroll County Sheriff’s Office standards

 

 

Selection Process:  The selection will be based on, but not limited to the candidates successfully completing the following steps:

 

• Completion of Application
• Integrity Questionnaire

• Submission and review of resumè, not to exceed two pages

• Oral Interview
• Complete Physical Agility Test
• Completion and review of Confidential Questionnaire
• Conditional Offer
• Polygraph Examination
• Background Investigation
• Psychological Examination
• Physical / Medical Examination
• Command Review / Interview
• Final Job Offer

 

 Request Procedure:

 

To be considered for this position, qualified candidates must complete and submit employment application electronically through Policeapp.com. Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. on Monday, December 23, 2024.

 

 

“One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement”

 

The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Please direct questions regarding this position to ccsorecruiting@carrollcountymd.gov