Class 3 Advanced Court Security Officer

Class 3 Advanced Court Security Officer

Salary

$24.08 Hourly

Location

Beaufort

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202500777

Division

Beaufort County Sheriffs Office

Department

Sheriffs Office

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Closing Date

6/25/2026 7:59 AM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The Court Security Officer provides armed security for Beaufort County courthouses and court

personnel, and performs related work as assigned. This officer follows guidelines established by

the Beaufort County Sheriffs Office, as well as South Carolina Court Administration concerning

courtroom security and is under the direct supervision of the Special Operations Branch

Courthouse Staff Sergeant. Must perform general law enforcement duties.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide armed security in Beaufort Coimty courthouses and courtrooms.

2. Maintain strict security at court entrances through the use of electronic detection devices.

3. Ensure the safety of court personnel and the general public.

4. Maintain order and silence in courtroom waiting areas.

5. Ensure strict security in courtroom prisoner detention areas.

6. Carry out orders and directions provided by the court and perform all duties in compliance

with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations and standards of safety.

7. Transport prisoners to and from court in some limited situations, under direction from

supervisory personnel.

8. Serve civil process papers in the courtroom as directed.

9. Prepare and submit incident reports, activity reports, court return papers, various logs, etc.

as may be applicable to duties.

10. Operate a police vehicle, firearms, restraining devices, surveillance equipment, metal

detector, x-ray machine, cameras, etc. and basic equipment.

11. Attend training, meetings, etc. to enhance job knowledge, skills and maintain required

certifications.

12. Perform other duties related to this position as assigned by supervisory personnel.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Training and Qualifications

The Court Security Officer (Class III Advanced) must have the ability to read and analyze technical

procedures, or governmental regulations. Must have ability to write reports, business correspondence, and effectively present information and respond to inquiries; to solve practical problems and deal a diverse population with diverse problems. Must have general computer skills. At the time of appointment, must be a registered voter in Beaufort County. Must maintain all training and certification standards as established by the Sheriffs Office and the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. Must possess or obtain within one year of hire a South Carolina Class III Advanced certification and have a valid South Carolina drivers license at the time of appointment. Must be fluent in the oral and written communication of the English language.

Minimum Qualifications Required to the Perform Essential Functions of the Position

Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate equipment such as firearms,

automobile, office equipment, radio, telephone, etc. and meet all of the physical fitness

requirements established by the Sheriffs Office.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read and comprehend a variety of books, maps,

policies and procedures, equipment manuals, training manuals, etc. and to prepare detailed

reports and correspondence using correct punctuation, spelling and grammar.

Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply principals of logical thinking to define problems,

collect data, established facts and draw valid conclusions; to make independent judgments in the

absence of supervision; and to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information. Ability to communicate

effectively and efficiently with diversified persons of varying educational backgrounds.

Interpersonal Personality: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving

instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress or when confronted with emergencies

or other critical situations.

Quality of Work: Maintains an acceptable standard of accuracy in exercising duties and

responsibilities. Ability to take immediate corrective action for any deficiencies that may occur.

Maintain a high quality of communication and interaction with internal and external entities.

Dependability: Assumes responsibility for completing all work. Complete all assigned work within

deadlines in accordance with agency directives, policy, standards and procedures.

Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding

absenteeism and tardiness.

Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self starting approach in

meeting all responsibilities. Strives to anticipate all work assignments and initiates proper and

acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision.

Judgment: Exercises logical judgment in all areas of responsibility.

Knowledge of Job: Must have a working knowledge of the organization and law enforcement methods,

organization, and planning. Ability to maintain control of assigned activities and to work under

stressful or dangerous conditions. Have the ability to show a high level of discretion and

flexibility in daily operations. Has or obtains knowledge of the structure, functions, and

inter-relationships of state and local law enforcement agencies. Has the ability to analyze crime

and community trends and plan and adjust services to respond to changing trends. Has or obtains

knowledge of contemporary law enforcement operations and standards.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.

Employer Beaufort County South Carolina

Address 102 Industrial Village Rd

Building 1

Beaufort, South Carolina, 29902

Phone (843)255-2990

Website https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/