Court Security Specialist

Bernalillo County Court Security Specialist Academy

• Provide protective services for judges, court personnel, and other individuals attending the District County legal 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 ensure that proper behavior is maintained.

Requirements

DISQUALIFICATIONS

No Felony Convictions Criminal activity in which applicant has been convicted of, pled guilty to, or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felony charge, been involved in any prosecution diversion program (PPP) as adjudicated for a felony crime committed will be permanently disqualified. Felony arrests will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Domestic Violence

Any convictions of domestic violence. Domestic related incidents will be reviewed on a case by case basis and may result in disqualification.

Driving While Intoxicated

Any conviction for driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs within the last three (3) years.

Bad Driving History

A noticeable pattern of traffic citations, arrests, and / or convictions within the last three (3) years. These include, but are not limited to : red light violations, stop sign violations, speeding, reckless driving, careless driving, etc.

No Driver's License

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Out of state applicants must obtain a New Mexico driver's license within thirty (30) days of being hired.

Marijuana Use

No Marijuana use in the last 12 months.

Illegal drug use

Any illegal drug use or possession within the last year or five (5) years for hard drugs such as methamphetamine or cocaine, as well as any noticeable pattern of illegal drug use.

Employment history

Any indication of a pattern of unsatisfactory employment history.

Financial History

Any history of chronic or recurring financial problems indicating an unwillingness or inability to live within his or her own financial means (filing of bankruptcy alone is NOT a disqualification).

Untruthfulness

Any deliberate misstatement of facts and intentional or unintentional omission of facts, during any part of the selection process.

Benefits

Please contact Matt at mgeorge@fmi.vet for more information.