Courtroom Security Officer (Seasonal) - Superior Court (Prescott)

Salary: $19.21 - $24.49 Hourly

Location : Prescott, AZ

Job Type: Seasonal - Non Exempt

Job Number: 202500338

Department: Superior Court

Opening Date: 10/16/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Role

This is a seasonal position which is on-call or as needed not to exceed 1040 hours per fiscal year.

Under general supervision, provides for the safety and security of the courtrooms and a variety of office and courtroom support tasks of a routine nature in support of an appointed judge, commissioner, and/or other appointed judicial officer.

Review complete class specification for Courtroom Security Officer here.

Major Duties, Responsibilities

Maintains security and order in the courtroom; assists public, witnesses, attorneys and jurors. Scans courtrooms for contraband and reports any potential security/safety concerns to management.

Prepares and submits incident reports as needed and security sweep reports monthly.

Provides backup to armed court security staff at public and employee entrances, efficiently operate metal detectors, hand-wands, and x-ray screening machines.

Provides security escort services to and from the courtroom as requested, responds to emergencies and implements emergency procedures within the courtroom when appropriate and as directed.

Retrieves and manages court files; reviews documents, locates missing paperwork and prepares files for court; uses computer to track files and review case and calendar information.

Sets up and maintains courtroom for daily use; prepares information and equipment for jury trials and instruct jurors.

Answers phones; makes and distributes copies.

Maintains office supply inventory.

When traveling, arranges for a county vehicle; loads and unloads files; drives vehicle.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in court security, law enforcement, military, private security, or closely related field.

Additional Requirements:

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Must successfully complete the Court Security Officer Academy within ninety (90) days of hire.

Must comply with the Arizona Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and complete annual training as required by the Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET).

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to

Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year

• Annual Leave

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life Insurance

• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

• Retirement Plans

• Sick Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program

• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Short-Term Disability

• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE

• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.

• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.

• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

Yes

No

02

Do you have at least one (1) year of relevant experience in court security, law enforcement, military, private security, or closely related field?

Yes

No

03

Must successfully complete the Court Security Officer Academy within ninety (90) days of hire.

I acknowledge my understanding of this requirement.

04

Must comply with the Arizona Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and complete annual training as required by the Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET).

I acknowledge my understanding of this requirement.

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