The Superior Court
SecurityOfficer
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“Security Officer at The Superior Court. Skills: Security, Public safety, Crisis intervention. Safeguard and ensure well-being. Maintain a secure environment”
Industry & Context.
Assess security risks; Assess security vulnerabilities; Adapt security measures
Must pass pre-employment drug screening, Must pass character and fitness investigation, 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, Must 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), Assignments that require driving on behalf of the judicial branch require a valid Arizona Driver License, Perform duties independently at remote or satellite posts, Read, understand, interpret, explain, and strictly apply applicable Arizona laws, statutes, department post, general orders, court orders, policies, and procedures, Use emergency and defensive tactics, techniques, skills, and defensive weapons, Balance the application of security measures with common sense, Forcefully raise arms above head, Perform minor aerobic activity, Stand for up to 2 hours at a time, Engage in balanced movements, Throw hand strikes, Use impact weapons, Kick at targets below 24", Perform controlled falls and return to standing position unassisted, Complete hand strikes and kick drills at partial speed, Engage in fighting techniques while on the ground, Be able to bend knees, lower center and touch the ground with one hand, Be able to bend knees to a 45-degree angle, Pass a thorough background and/or fingerprint check
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or GED, One (1) year of security, law enforcement, or public safety experience, Pass pre-employment drug screening, Pass character and fitness investigation, Complete Court Security Officer Training Academy within 90 days, Attain passing score on competency assessment within 90 days, Complete 90 calendar days of on-post service, Complete JBSD Officer Certification Requirements by 180-day mark, Obtain certification as Basic Life Safety, Obtain certification as CPR/AED provider within six months, Obtain certification in defensive weapons tactics within six months, Qualify to carry and use restraints, Qualify to carry and use batons, Qualify to carry and use Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEWs), Valid Arizona Driver License
What You'll Do.
Safeguard and ensure well-being
Maintain a secure environment
Deter and limit opportunities for malicious acts
Anticipate and prevent possible harm
Detect potential danger
Balance security measures
Reassure judicial officers
and visitors of their
Prevent entry of weapons
Prevent entry of unlawful materials
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Oral communication; Written communication
Full Job Description
**Posting Date** 06/03/26 **Application Deadline** Open Until Filled **Pay Range** Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max $21.00 - $22.38 - $24.75 - $29.50 The expected ENTRY pay range for this position based on experience and equity within the Judicial Branch is $21.03 to $21.92. 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!](https://superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/Human-Resources/Benefits) **Job Type** Classified – Judicial CPR **Department** **About the Position** Job Description 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
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