Kind of Work

Responsible work maintaining order and decorum and providing security functions within courtrooms and adjacent public areas to ensure the personal protection of judges, jurors, witnesses, attorneys and other persons involved with the court, including the general public.

The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range. The full salary range, including longevity pay for 2022, is $18.21 - $23.75 per hour.

Please Note: The current vacancies are for three positions located at the Duluth Court House. There are two part-time positions and one full-time position currently available.

Distinguishing Features of Work

An employee in this class preserves order and control in courtrooms and common areas of the courthouses to ensure the safety of court officials, participants, and the general public. Duties include monitoring and screening individuals, packages and personal items entering and leaving the courtroom using a variety of detection methods and devices; assisting in providing security during heightened security situations; assisting with emergency medical situations as needed; obtaining defendants identifying information in accordance with applicable laws; directing and escorting non-combative custodial individuals within the courthouse. The work is performed in accordance with established Departmental policies under the supervision and authority of the Sheriff's Office, and in conjunction with other courthouse staff.

Work Environment

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Stand; hearing up to 20 feet; vision; work around others; customer/public contact and work inside. FREQUENT: Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; push/pull up to 20 pounds; bend neck; climb stairs; feel/use fingers; grasp/handle; maintain posture; move about; reach; rotate neck; talk/speak; twist at waist; walk; hear within 5 feet; use an earphone; near, midrange and far vision; depth perception; visual accommodation; work with others; and clients with behavioral challenges. OCCASIONAL: Push/pull up to 70 pounds; balance; crouch/squat; reach above shoulder; sit; static neck position; stoop/bend; taste/smell; right and left wrist turn; color vision; exposure to blood-borne pathogens; work alone; extended days; work outside and drive. RARE: Restrain individuals.

Selection Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Candidates with related training in law enforcement, military law enforcement or private security training and/or experience are preferred.

Please note: All candidates meeting the minimum requirements will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will contact candidates directly regarding interviews.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions

VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.

PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.