Security

POSITION: Security

DEPARTMENT: Sheriff WORK SCHEDULE: As scheduled

JOB CATEGORY: POLE (Protective Occupation, Law Enforcement)

DATE WRITTEN: December 2018 STATUS: Part-time

DATE REVISED: June 2021 FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the position satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Whitley County provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job, unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship.

Incumbent serves as Security for the Whitley County Sheriff’s Department, responsible for ensuring the safety of Whitley County Court House and Government Center visitors and employees.

DUTIES:

Enforces local and state laws by implementing effective policy for the prevention and investigation of crimes to protect the lives and property of the people.

Monitors security cameras and performs perimeter security checks of the Courthouse and Government Center grounds, ensuring the safety of all employees and visitors. Assesses safety of visitors. Intervenes in confrontations between visitors and employees, as needed.

Scans articles through X-ray machine, monitors metal detectors, and searches individuals who set alarm off.

Apprehends and arrests persons who violate state, federal, or county laws, advising individuals of their constitutional rights, searching suspects/arrestees, and seizing weapons and/or contraband.

Collects, preserves, and maintains chain of custody of evidence.

Provides access to government agencies for completion of business, and assists Court House employees with access to secure areas, as needed.

Secures locks and doors, and associated keys of Court House upon opening and closing of building. Maintains Court House record of visitors, visitors deemed security risks, and items in possession.

Monitors Sheriff dispatch for traffic pertaining to prisoner transport to Court House.

Prepares and submits to superiors all required reports and summaries of activities according to established Department deadlines.

Maintains uniform in a neat and professional manner. Maintains confidentiality and security of information/cases.

Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor for non-essential events.