Salary : $44,046.08 - $70,414.24 Annually
Location : Criminal Courthouse, FL
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 202500275
Department: Department of Support Services
Division: Judicial Services and Training Division
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 7/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
An individual in this position is non-sworn, part-time court security for the Alachua County Sheriff's Office (ACSO), assigned specifically to the court security function. Civilian Court Security duties are limited to the Alachua County Criminal and Family-Civil Justice Centers only.
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Highly responsible position assisting Court Security Deputies in maintaining security and decorum in the various courts of the Alachua County judicial system. Will be required to collect DNA and Fingerprint submission in various court events.
Responsible for assisting the operation of security posts at the main and staff/services entrances and judicial suites, and for monitoring the security equipment located in the control room. Will respond to medical emergencies within the courthouses and assist with emergency evacuations of the building. This position shall not have direct supervision over persons in custody.
Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Court Security Sergeant. Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, appropriate employee performance appraisals, and oral/written reports.
Examples of Duties
- Assist with providing security for judges, attorneys, witnesses, court employees, and the general public
- Assist in opening Circuit Court, County Court, and other judicial proceedings as required
- Assist Court Security Deputies in order to conduct efficient day-to-day operations of the courtroom and other judicial functions
- Assist in calling witnesses in court
- Respond to medical emergencies or other occurrences which arise within the courthouse
- Assist with miscellaneous duties assigned by the judge
- Assist with any additional duties required by the Sheriff or through situational necessity
- Assist with emergency evacuation of the courthouse
- Notify rescue or other appropriate authority and provide emergency assistance in disaster or other emergency situations
- Maintain an alert and business-like manner within the courthouse
- Observe all persons who arouse suspicion and notify a Court Security Deputy of any person whose appearance, conduct, or presence seems suspicious
- Write reports as directed in departmental procedures
- Collect DNA and fingerprint samples for FDLE submission
*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job functions or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent to the position.
Typical Qualifications
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GEDRequiredAssociate's Degree or betterPreferredPreferred Major(s): Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or other related field.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
- Previous or current CJSTC/FDLE law enforcement certification preferred
- 15 to 20 years of prior law enforcement experience desirable
- Able to act effectively without direct supervision; to exercise discretion, caution, reasonable calmness and self-control under adverse conditions and maintain control of a particular situation or emergency
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSING:
- Current, valid Florida driver license
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Sit/stand for extended periods
- See/hear at a normal range
- Speak, read, write, and understand English fluently
- Ambulate independently
- Push/pull moderate loads
- Bend and squat
- Manual dexterity
- Walk/run up stairs
- Drive a vehicle
- Successfully complete the Court Security training process
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to act effectively in extremely divergent interpersonal settings
- Ability to analyze problems quickly and take appropriate action under stress
- Ability to apply common sense and procedures to solve practical problems
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; to comprehend and follow orders
- Ability to obtain relevant and accurate information through interview and observation
- Ability to cope with situations courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others
- Ability to maintain the physical condition needed to lift and carry both equipment and injured persons, climb flights of stairs, walk, stand, and perform lifesaving procedures such as Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support.
- Ability to maintain the mental alertness needed to observe activities and implement appropriate action.
- Ability to maintain emotional and psychological stability
- Ability to remember names, faces, and other details of incidents and physical surroundings
- Ability to use a computer with minimal instructions
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who work 20 hours or more a week. These benefits include health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending account, and life insurance. Holidays, vacation, and sick leave hours are provided to all full-time employees.
A detailed breakdown of our benefits can be found We also offer cutting edge and comprehensive training available for law enforcement.
The Alachua County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Alachua County Sheriff's Office gives preference in employment/appointment to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants with disabilities will be reasonably accommodated in the application process. Minorities and protected classes are encouraged to apply.
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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
- Yes, I understand and agree
- No, I do not agree
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This position requires that you be 21 years old. Are you 21 years old or older?
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This position requires you to have earned a High School Diploma or GED. Do you meet this requirement?
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Do you have a current, valid Florida driver license?
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Are you in good standing with CJSTC/ FDLE or other state law enforcement certification processes/agencies?
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Are you able to act effectively without direct supervision;:to exercise discretion, caution, reasonable calmness and self-control under adverse conditions and maintain control of particular situation or emergency ?
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Do you have an active/open case for driving under the influence (DUI) or fleeing/eluding an officer?
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Have you sold, delivered, or trafficked illegal drugs for profiting purposes within the last five (5) years?
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Have you tried, used, or experimented with any illegal drug/controlled substance, other than marijuana, within the last year?
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Do you have visible facial piercings or unnaturally colored/graphically designed contact lenses you regularly wear?
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Do you wear gauged earrings or have enlarged/stretched out holes in your ear larger than 1/4 inch in diameter?
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Do you have a split/forked tongue, foreign objects inserted under the skin to create a design or pattern, or intentional scarring on your face or head?
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Do you have any tattoos that would be visible outside of a uniform (head, face, neck, arms, hands)?
- Yes, and I will submit pictures of them BEFORE finalizing my application by uploading them to my profile.
- Yes, but they are not visible outside of a uniform
- I do not have any tattoos
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