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  • Courthouse Security Officer

  • Winnebago County Sheriff Department
  • Rockford, Illinois 61103 United States View Map

We are looking for experienced individuals with either a Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) or Basic Correction Officer (BCO) certification to work as a courthouse security officer. A current Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) certification (or the qualifications to become certified) is required for this position.

Duties:

  • Maintain security of county buildings.
  • Responsible for the monitoring and scanning of guests at each building entrance.
  • Respond to emergency alarms in the courtrooms for security assistance.
  • Provide assistance to Bailiffs.
  • Inspect and operate all scanning equipment not limited to an X-Ray device, metal detector and hand-held wand.
  • Assist in restraining, transporting and/or detaining of disruptive persons.
  • Confiscate any weapons, potential weapons, and contraband.
  • Provide information on court schedules to guests of the courthouse.
  • Provide security checks of county buildings.

We are looking for experienced individuals with either a Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) or Basic Correction Officer (BCO) certification to work as a courthouse security officer. A current Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) certification (or the qualifications to become certified) is required for this position.

Duties:

  • Maintain security of county buildings.
  • Responsible for the monitoring and scanning of guests at each building entrance.
  • Respond to emergency alarms in the courtrooms for security assistance.
  • Provide assistance to Bailiffs.
  • Inspect and operate all scanning equipment not limited to an X-Ray device, metal detector and hand-held wand.
  • Assist in restraining, transporting and/or detaining of disruptive persons.
  • Confiscate any weapons, potential weapons, and contraband.
  • Provide information on court schedules to guests of the courthouse.
  • Provide security checks of county buildings.
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