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Court Security Officer Jobs in Puerto Rico (NOW HIRING)

PR

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

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Court Security Officer information

What is a court security officer?

Court Security Officers are specialized law enforcement personnel responsible for maintaining safety and order within courtrooms and courthouses. Their duties include screening visitors, monitoring surveillance equipment, escorting defendants, and responding to emergencies. They ensure that court proceedings are conducted in a secure environment by preventing unauthorized access and handling any security threats. Court Security Officers often collaborate with judges, attorneys, and other law enforcement agencies to uphold the integrity of the judicial process.

How to become a court security officer?

Minimum qualifications to become a court security officer are related experience as security, police, or military. Though no education is required beyond a high school diploma for many state and local courts, federal positions require a bachelor’s degree. All court security officers must pass an extensive background check. Because the job is very physical, you must pass a physical test to ensure proficiency. Other necessary skills include a knowledge of legal procedures and safety methods, especially during high-stress emergency situations. A court security officer is essential to maintaining peace in a courthouse.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a court security officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Court Security Officer, you need knowledge of law enforcement procedures, physical fitness, and often a background in criminal justice or relevant experience, sometimes supported by state certification or training. Familiarity with security screening equipment, surveillance systems, and incident reporting tools is typically required. Strong observational skills, professionalism, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential soft skills in this role. These abilities are critical to maintaining safety, order, and trust within the court environment.

What are some common challenges faced by court security officers and how can they be addressed?

Court Security Officers often encounter challenges such as managing high-stress situations, handling unpredictable behavior from the public, and balancing the need for security with maintaining a respectful courtroom environment. These challenges can be addressed through ongoing training in conflict resolution, clear communication with court staff and law enforcement, and regular drills to stay prepared for emergency scenarios. Building strong teamwork and staying updated on court protocols also help officers perform effectively and ensure the safety of all courtroom participants.

What is the difference between Court Security Officer vs Court Bailiff?

AspectCourt Security OfficerCourt Bailiff
CredentialsSecurity certifications, background checksSecurity clearance, sometimes law enforcement background
Work EnvironmentCourts, security checkpointsCourts, courtroom security
Employer & IndustryCourts, government security agenciesCourts, law enforcement agencies
Primary RoleEnsure security, screen visitorsMaintain order, assist in courtroom proceedings

While both roles operate within the court system, Court Security Officers focus on security screening and access control, whereas Court Bailiffs primarily maintain courtroom order and assist judges. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the legal security field.

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Armed Security Guard -on-call - Aguadilla - Ahtna Professional Services

Ahtna Professional Services Inc

PR

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Summary

Security Guard 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.

*Please Note: We may not be actively recruiting applicants for this position at this time. Applications will be reviewed when there is a need for this position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• 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; including but not limited to: vandalism, theft, illegal entry or attempted entry, suspicious behavior, domestic or workplace violence, threats, speed or other vehicle violations, illegal drug use, inappropriate use of facility or client equipment or property.
• Stop, screen, inquire, and inspect vehicles and pedestrians entering and / or exiting the facility as directed by post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines, and protocols.
• Prevent passage of prohibited articles onto or from client facility.
• Escort individuals or vehicles in accordance with post orders, rules, regulations, guidelines and protocols.
• Use portable radios, phones, or other communication devises appropriately and according to established rules.
• Monitor all APSI and client equipment; guard against loss or damage; report any such loss or damage immediately to a supervisor or manager.
• Log in Property Pass numbers for authorized property/equipment movements.
• Ensure the security of government property, detaining personnel, and reporting anyone involved with unauthorized property/equipment removal.
• Conduct regular patrols and inspections of buildings and facilities
• Issue required vehicle passes to authorize personnel.
• Monitor electronic access control and report violations
• Monitor 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 supervisor
• Maintain 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.

Access to government facilities/installations specific to this position is a mandatory requirement to fulfill the minimum qualifications for this position. The Government reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to deny or revoke access to the facilities/installations for reasons related to misconduct or security, with or without prior notice. If such access is denied or revoked by the Government, it will result in the termination of the employment relationship as the minimum job requirements can no longer be met.

Supervision

None

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent
2. Experience:
a. Minimum of 2 years of security/civilian law enforcement experience OR an equivalent position with the United States Armed Forces (military).
b. One year of work experience demonstrating the ability to follow directions, meet attendance requirements and the ability to complete the training necessary to certify with the State.
3. Language: Must be fluent in speaking and writing in English.
4. Pre-Hire Screening: Must be able to pass criminal background screen, drug test and physical exam.

Preferred Qualifications

1. First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
2. Prior experience with the Glock platform is preferred.
3. Proficiency in basic computer skills is preferred
Shareholder Preference

Pursuant to applicable law, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendents, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely according to strict deadlines.
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Team Builder/Worker - Ability to inspire and work within a group of people to work toward a goal.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Flexible - Ability to adjust to a dynamic workflow and reprioritize as project demands change.

Work Environment

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 Demands

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule

Rotating shifts, times, days as scheduled to meet the requirements of the contract (Night and weekend work required.)