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Otsego County
Civil Process/Court Security
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What they do
A Court Security Officer provides security for property at courthouses. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$44,563 / year median in Michigan
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Sheriff, performs all necessary service of Civil Process, Subpoenas, Writ of Executions and perform Court Security for Otsego County Courts. An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties, which the employees may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Records and serves all incoming Civil Process. Reviews documents daily for timely service and determines daily route to travel efficiently; ensures statutory requirements of service of process are adhered to; contacts individuals to advise of service and determine best time and locations. Maintains proper reports/records relating to service of process. Handles billings for all Civil Process. Provides all court security for Otsego County Courts. Has considerable knowledge of courtroom procedures and operations. Handles stressful situations, including disagreements or disturbances in the courtroom. Reads and interprets reports, posters, policies, manuals, releases, court orders, and ID cards. Operates medal detector as required. Other duties as assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job. High school graduation, preferably with some coursework in law enforcement or criminal justice. One or more years of related experience in law enforcement or civil process. Prefer experience in a law enforcement agency, court or in a closely related setting. Possession of valid Michigan Driver's License. Ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy in contentious or confrontational situations.