Court Security Officer

The City of Overland Park has a full-time Court Security Officer position available in the Municipal Court Department. JOB SUMMARY: Provides security and protection to employees and citizens in the courtrooms, lobby, public hallways and all office areas of the Municipal Court. Ensures proper decorum, conduct and behavior that is compliant with the Overland Park Municipal Code. Operates the Weapon Screening equipment. Manages prisoner video arraignment and transportation of prisoners as required. Arrests and detains persons as ordered by the judge; coordinates confinement with Johnson County Adult Detention Facilities. Serves as courtroom bailiff as necessary. Completes and distributes all required paperwork and forms. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides direct physical security to all persons present in courtrooms and in the Municipal Court common areas. Provides security and protection to employees in the Municipal Court and Court Services offices. Ensures proper conduct and appropriate behavior. As a Law Enforcement Officer, provides enforcement of the law within the boundaries of assigned work area. Serves as the court bailiff by calling the docket, announcing the judge and ensuring proper courtroom decorum. Arrests, detains and transports prisoners as ordered by the judge. Coordinates confinement with Johnson County Adult Detention facilities. Takes appropriate warrant action on persons who are present in the court facility. Communicates with outside agencies to confirm active warrant status. Operates the Weapon Screening equipment at the court entrance to ensure compliance with appropriate Judicial Orders, City ordinances and state laws. Coordinates and manages the video arraignment process for in-custody prisoners from Johnson County Adult Detention confinement facilities. Provide in-person assistance at Johnson County Adult Detention Center as requir