Courthouse Security Officer at Winnebago County Sheriff's Department – Rockford, Illinois

We are looking for experienced individuals with either BCO or BLE certification to work as a courthouse security officer. A current BCO or BLE certification is required for this position.

Duties:

• Maintain security of county buildings.
• Responsible for the monitoring and scanning of guests at each building entrance.
• Respond to emergency alarms in the courtrooms for security assistance.
• Provide assistance to Bailiff's.
• Inspect and operate all scanning equipment not limited to an X-Ray device, metal detector and hand-held wand.
• Assist in restraining, transporting and/or detaining of disruptive persons.
• Confiscate any weapons, potential weapons, and contraband.
• Provide information on court schedules to guests of the courthouse.
• Provide security checks of county buildings.