Head Security Guard

Job Code: 33-3011

Salary: $18.15 - $36.41

Status:  Full Time, Permanent, Nonexempt

Department: Tribal Court

Location: Teionkwarihwaienawa:kon

Reports To:  Chief Judge

Telecommute: No

Fleet: No

Mandated Reporter: No

Background Check: PL 101-630

SUMMARY:  The Head Security Guard is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all Tribal Court Security operations, supervising security personnel, ensuring the safety and security of the Court, its employees, judicial officers, litigants, and visitors, maintaining order during court proceedings, responding to security incidents, and coordinating emergency response procedures to support a safe and secure court environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: 

• Monitor cameras, CTV footage, and assess potential threats
• Search and screen persons using magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized items
• Unlock/lock courtrooms and ensure that they are neat and orderly
• Maintain order and security in the courtroom and lobby
• Assess and control disruptive individuals and situations with little or no supervision
• Carry out and enforce courtroom rules, policy and procedures
• Oversee and operate courtroom electronics
• Work cooperatively with security, law enforcement, and other tribal programs, as needed
• Sign in all persons appearing in court
• Patrol and monitor interior and exterior of courthouse
• Provide security for judges and court staff
• Receive and exchange documents and/or evidence in hearings and trials
• Disseminate courts weekly calendar
• Assist jurors as needed.
• Ability to work well as a team member and maintain professional communication with Judges, Court staff, and provide excellent customer service to the general public
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Head Security Guard is responsible for supervising the Security Guard. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: interviewing, hiring, training the Security Guard, addressing complaints and resolving problems; planning, assigning and directing work; reviewing performance; and approving timecards and time off requests.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma or GED
  • At least one (1) year of security & supervisory experience

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES: 

• Must be able to handle stressful situations
• Must possess good judgment and observations skills
• Must have effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Must understand and be able to apply rules governing courtroom decorum
• Must maintain strict confidentiality
• Must be willing to obtain certification in CPR and first aid within the first six months of employment
• Must be able to meet physical requirements of position 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Must be in good physical shape and able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds, and sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to deescalate physical and verbal confrontations
• Must be able to see and hear at normal range
• Evenings or extended hours may be required

Reasoning Ability: Continuous development, critical thinking, problem solving and attention to detail are important functions of this position. 

The successful candidate must pass a drug test and background check prior to employment.