Court Security Deputy

Court Security Deputy

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office is seeking Court Security Deputies to work under the supervision of the Sheriff and perform court security duties as prescribed by the Tenth Judicial Court System. These positions are part-time, temporary intermittent up to 21 hours per week. The schedule will generally be daytime hours, Monday through Friday.

Work Location : This position will work at the Anoka County Courthouse, 2100 3rd Avenue in Anoka.

Job Duties and Responsibilities : These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Court Security Deputy :

• Calls the court to order and maintains order in the Courtroom.
• Escorts defendants.
• Protects and guards the jury and exhibits used in court trials.
• Ensures the readiness of the Courtroom prior to proceedings.
• Takes necessary action to thwart an escape or make an arrest as necessary.
• Restrains individuals as directed or required.
• Records judicial directive or decisions on necessary forms for use by the Sheriff; makes warrant arrests if necessary.
• Carries a weapon in the Courtroom.
• Works the security screening checkpoint.
• NOTE : This position does NOT have the same duties as a General Deputy.

Qualifications and Requirements : Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed :

Physical Demands and Work Conditions :

No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "unauthorized Tattoos" under the sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.

Selection Process : It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements : Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal / driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and / or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County : As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner.

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment : Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.