Security Officer

Posting Date

01/28/25

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Pay Range

Pay Range
Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max
$20.00 - $22.00 - $24.00 - $28.00

The expected ENTRY pay range for this position based on experience and equity within the Judicial Branch is $20.21 to $21.07.

This position is non-exempt under the FLSA.

What We Offer

We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays! We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance. Under the current guidelines for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, the Maricopa County Superior Court is a qualifying employer. Therefore, any full time Judicial Branch employee, who meets other eligibility criteria may be eligible for loan forgiveness under this program. Click here to learn more!

Job Type

Classified – Judicial CPR

Department

About the Position

The Security Officer embodies a commitment to safeguard and ensure the well-being of others while maintaining a secure environment within the Judicial Branch. As a dedicated security professional, you are a frontline defender and guardian of peace and order utilizing developed programs to deter and limit opportunities for malicious acts, anticipate and prevent possible harm, and detect potential danger. We use common sense as our driving guideline to balance the level of security measures that appropriately address the degree of risk to reassure our judicial officers, employees, and visitors of their safety within our buildings. If you're ready to embrace a position where vigilance meets service and where your presence makes a difference, then join us in a role that goes beyond routine tasks and offers a chance to be an integral part of a community dedicated to safety and security.

About The Superior Court:

The Superior Court of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing a safe, fair and impartial forum for resolving disputes, enhancing access to our services, and providing innovative, evidenced-based practices that improve the safety of our community and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. The Superior Court in Maricopa County, one of the largest, most innovative and progressive trial courts in the nation, seeks innovative individuals to join our team who will embrace our vision of excellence and the principles inherent in the Rule of Law...every person, every day, every time.  We fulfill these principles through a culture that values fairness, respect, integrity, innovation, and safety.

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• One (1) year of security, law enforcement, or public safety experience

Other Requirements:

• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and character and fitness investigation as indicated in Arizona Code of Judicial Administration (ACJA) 5-303
• Must attend and successfully complete the Court Security Officer Training Academy within 90 days of the date of hire
• Must attain a passing score on the competency assessment within 90 days of completion of the Court Security Officer Training Academy and complete 90 calendar days of on-post service
• Must complete the JBSD Officer Certification Requirements by the 180-day mark from the date of hire.
• Must obtain certification as Basic Life Safety, and CPR/AED provider within six months of employment or appointment 
• Must obtain certification in defensive weapons tactics within six months of employment or appointment 
• Must qualify to carry and use restraints, batons, and Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEWs) such as non-lethal tasers  
• Assignments that require driving on behalf of the judicial branch require a valid Arizona Driver License

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Security protocols, procedures, and best practices

Skill in:

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Applying common sense as a guiding principle to balance security measures in alignment with the perceived level of risk