The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking to fill the position of Court Security Manager in the Office of Court Security. Under the direction of the Director of Court Security, the Court Security Manager will perform the duties of a bailiff as that term is used in R.C. 109.77(D) and OAC 109:2-5-01(D) and also Supervise security officers, manage building security systems, provide security services to Ohio courts, and implement consistent statewide security programs.

What You'll Do:

• Supervise security staff members; develop and train security staff and court personnel on physical security and safety issues. Recommend improvements and changes to processes and practices to continuously improve the efficiency and quality of the Court's security function.
• Carry a firearm and must maintain all qualifications and training as approved by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.
• Respond to medical emergencies and maintain a First Aid/CPR/AED certification per the certifying organization’s requirements.
• Manage building security systems; develop and implement emergency procedures for building operations. Assist with managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts for security equipment and security personnel.
• Inspect, monitor, control, and patrol work sites, and assigned location, property, and/or people.
• Maintain complete and precise documentation and recorded accounts of process and practices and issues involving security.
• Responsive to external issues that may have the potential to impact the security of the Court and/or its employees.
• Develop and deliver court security training in coordination with the Judicial College and with other appropriate agencies, departments, offices as needed.
• Represents the Office of Court Security at or attends various meetings to exchange information to resolve security concerns & problems; coordinates activities with other agencies, to include local law enforcement departments, emergency management agencies, and other elected officials.
• Court security is a 24-hour 7-day a week operation and therefore, requires the Court Security Manager to be in an on-call status to respond to and resolve security issues.
• Perform miscellaneous administrative duties (prepare and submit reports; maintains files; prepare fiscal information for budgeting purposes).

Technical Skills: Security

Professional Skills: Attention to detail, Conflict management, Critical thinking, Decision making, Situational awareness

What’s in it for you:

The Supreme Court of Ohio offers a generous compensation package which includes salaries reviewed annually for market adjustments; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; 14% employer contribution to the state retirement plan (OPERS); tuition reimbursement; flex time; and paid vacation, personal and sick time earned in the first month of employment.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or equivalent combination of education and experience is required, including a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in the security field, law enforcement, or the military.
• Prior experience in operating and maintaining access control and video management systems preferred.
• Ability to complete state firearms qualification required.
• OPOTA firearms and first aid/AED-CPR instructor certifications preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to provide expertise and leadership to the security staff is required as well as proven ability to coordinate complex programs and projects and work effectively with a variety of constituents.
• The ability to work non-standard hours when required is a necessity. Successful candidate will possess strong writing and general communication skills as well as demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in situations involving operational security and the evaluation of information.
• Experience with establishing / managing judicial security programs is preferred.
• Ability to travel throughout the state of Ohio as needed is required, as well as, the ability to work non-standard hours due to travel. Overnight stays may be required on occasion.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

*Special Requirements: Employee is authorized carry a TASER and/or firearm at all times while on duty and employee is required to maintain TASER and firearms training as approved by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission. This position is regularly exposed to sensitive information and the employee is expected to keep any such information strictly confidential.

Major Worker Characteristics:

The Court seeks to recruit and retain talented individuals with a commitment to public service.

This is a exempt unclassified position that reports to the Court Security Director. The salary range for this position, which is commensurate with experience, is $74,000 to $82,500.

Application Process

Formal consideration of interested applicants responding to this job announcement will begin January 8, 2024. Mailed or faxed applications will be accepted. To be considered for this position, candidates must apply online at www.careers.ohio.gov or deliver an application by January 7, 2024, to the Supreme Court of Ohio, 65 S. Front St., Columbus, OH 43215.

1. Complete application online or deliver an application to the Supreme Court of Ohio, 65 S. Front St., Columbus, OH 43215
2. Complete the supplemental questions online
3. Upload a resume
4. Upload a cover letter with Salary Requirements

Only completed applications will be considered. In response to your application, this system will send you a confirmation email. Interviews will be scheduled as soon as practical. We will contact you if you are selected for an interview. Please do not duplicate your application and please, no phone inquiries.

The Supreme Court of Ohio is an equal employment opportunity employer that supports an alcohol and drug-free, and a weapons and violence free, work environment.

Out of state applicants may apply; however, The Supreme Court of Ohio does not reimburse travel or relocation expenses.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.