at City of Cottonwood in Cottonwood, Arizona, United States
Job Description
DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision of the Presiding Magistrate and/or Court Administrator, conducts court
security operations including patrolling and observing the activities of persons in and around the Court building and
grounds, greets Court customers and answer routine questions, prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas,
contacts police or fire department in case of an emergency.
CLASSIFICATION: This is a non-exempt, part-time, classified position with limited benefits.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include
the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a
comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this classification.
TASKS:
Patrols and observes the activities of persons in and around Court buildings, grounds and parking areas; meets
and greets the public at entry into the Court building; administers screenings including, but not limited to, metal
detectors, X-ray machines and hand wands, plus use of various types of screening devices and equipment;
answers routine questions and directs visitors to appropriate areas; explains and follows Court and city services,
processes and policies; circulates within the Court building and Courtroom to preserve order and protect persons
and property; may be requested to remain at a fixed post to observe activities; writes reports of activities and/or
irregularities such as incidents of damage, unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences; escorts persons from
the building after court hearings and/or after hours; prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas; enforces
correction of infractions through verbal warning, expels unruly persons and detains more serious offenders for
proper authorities; provides first aid/CPR/AED as necessary; summons police and/or fire department in case of
emergency; assists the Court Administrator and the Magistrate as needed to ensure the efficient and effective
functioning of the Court
