COURTHOUSE SECURITY OFFICERS (Part-Time)

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB POSTING

Position: Courthouse Security Officer Department: Sheriff's Office Location: Cambridge, MN Job Type: Part-time, up to 29 hours per week Work Schedule: Typically works 8-hour day shifts, Monday - Friday, 1-2 shifts per week - OCCASSIONAL ON-CALL Work Setting: On site and requires regular, in-person attendance FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Union Affiliation: LELS Local 209 Non-Licensed Highlights On-the-job-training Annual Uniform Allowance Compensation Expected 2026 Hiring Range: $25.50 - $27.19 per hour ($53,040.00 - $56,555.20 annually), depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity. Full Compensation Range: $25.50 – $32.93 per hour ($53,040.00 – $68,494.40 annually), with the potential for additional longevity-based pay. Posting Details Posted: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled. Equal Opportunity: AA/EEO General Definition of Work Performs work ensuring security and protection of court officers, county employees, witnesses, and civilians, including and corrections facilities, courtrooms, and government center, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the Jail Administrator. Essential Functions To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Provides government center and courtroom security. Operates metal detector and scanner at main entrance of government center building. Transports inmates to/from prison and county jails, dentist, doctor, etc. Assists bailiffs in courtroom duties as needed. Controls juror movements during jury trials. Transports mentally ill individuals to/from treatment centers and hospitals. Escorts inmates from jail to courtrooms. Provides security for special events (e.g., shot clinics, county fair, etc.). Guards and escorts inmates at hospitals, clinics, and other appointments. Opens and closes courtrooms and government center. Checks for security and cleanliness. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and moderate experience in law enforcement operations and public relations or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Special Qualifications Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of law enforcement principles and procedures. Skill in operation of county owned vehicles, equipment, computers, copiers, and fax machines. Skill in use of TASER and defensive tactics (TASER certification required). Skill in using judgment, discretion and decision-making skills in appropriately handling and resolving conflicts, security concerns, emergencies, disruptions or disorders in the courtroom, government center and other county buildings. Ability to react effectively and deal tactfully with persons in emergency and stressful situations. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition. Ability to learn, apply, and implement courtroom and government center security procedures. Ability to identify objects, actions, events, materials or surroundings that may involve security risks. Ability to determine and appropriately apply use of force in accordance with office policies and learned procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, law enforcement and other agency personnel, departments, and the public. Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance. Working Conditions Physical Requirements and Activity This work requires the occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires standing, walking and repetitive motions, and occasionally requires sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling. Sensory Requirements Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Sensory Utilization Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities. Environmental Conditions Work is subject to blood-borne pathogens; work is generally in a quiet to moderately noisy location (e.g. library, common areas, courtroom, light traffic). The statements in this class description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Candidates unable to complete any portion of this process will not be eligible to move forward in the hiring process. A fully completed Isanti County Online Application and resume must be received by Human Resources by the closing date and time listed on the posting. Any materials received after the closing date and time will not be considered. The application will be evaluated in a Training and Experience Assessment worth 100 points. Veterans Preference will be applied in accordance with Minnesota law. A top group of qualified applicants will be invited to the interview process. Successful interview candidates will then be contacted to schedule a background investigation which is conducted by Isanti County Sheriff's Office. The background process may take up to three (3) months to complete. Selections to move forward in the process will be made upon completion and review of background investigation results. Mission Working Together to Deliver Quality Services that are Valued by the Community, Today and For Generations To Come. #J-18808-Ljbffr Isanti County