Court Security Officer

JOB TITLE
Court Security Officer

DEPARTMENT
Adams County Sheriff’s Department

Pay Rate
$20.62

CLASSIFICATION

DATE
January 2026

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

TRAVEL
There may be occasional local day travel. Some overnight travel may be expected.

SUMMARY
Perform assignments involving the enforcement of measures prescribed to ensure the protection of individuals and property associated with the 8th Judicial Circuit Court and adjacent facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Provide protective services for judges, court personnel, and other individuals attending Circuit Court proceedings. Direct and advise the general public and court personnel about security procedures established for the courts and promote the understanding and compliance with safety standards developed to ensure the welfare of the people

· Escort prisoners during court proceedings using approved security methods and ensuring that proper behavior is maintained. Conduct searches (as required) for weapons, materials, equipment, etc that may jeopardize the safety of the general public. Maintain continuous surveillance of the individual with the courts

· Assist correction officer, police officer, and sheriff’s deputies with various activities associated with security. Occasionally may be assigned to transport prisoners to local detention facilities, hospitals, mental health facilities and/or medical laboratories

· Assist court administrators in emergency crisis planning and security matters

· Conduct preliminary and follow up investigations of criminal acts

· Prepare and maintain accurate reports and records

· Perform other job related duties as assigned or required

· Have knowledge of and effectively serve civil process, which may be required within the courthouse and off ground in Adams County

· Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions

· Ability to develop and maintain productive work relationships with supervisors, other officers, and other office or court personnel

· Ability to maintain law and order while recognizing the social importance of the law enforcement function

· Ability to observe situations analytically and objectively and to record such clearly and completely orally and in writing

· Must have excellent uniform appearance

· Must be able to work with minimal supervision

· Ability to communicate effectively with court staff, co workers and the general public

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS
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REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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WORK ENVIRONMENT
1. The majority of essential duties are performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment.

2. Duties are performed on an even surface, which may be carpeted or tiled. Working surface is typically dry and may involve the use of stairs.

3. Outdoor duties are sometimes required in performance of essential duties.

4. Workers maybe exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.

5. Outdoor surface may include natural ground, asphalt or concrete.

6. Outdoor duties may involve the use of stairs or ladders and may be performed on inclines or hills.

7. Workers often work alone, with or without direction from a supervisor. May work with a select team of one or more workers at times.

8. Work hazards include a potential for physical confrontations, high stress level of job and exposure to bodily harm or possible death in the performance of certain job duties.

EEO Statement
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SIGNATURES
This job description has been approved by all levels of management:

Manager_______________________________________________________________________

Director of Administrative Services __________________________________________________

Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position.

Employee__________________________________ Date_____________

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.62 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person