Court Security Officer

Join the City of Overland Park as a Court Security Officer and play a crucial role in maintaining safety, order, and security within our Municipal Court. You will ensure the protection of all individuals within the courtrooms and common areas, manage prisoner arraignments, and support the judicial process. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine law enforcement skills with a commitment to public service. 

If you’re ready to take the next step in your law enforcement career with a position that offers stability, growth as an officer, excellent benefits and a pension plan, we’d love to hear from you. 

Requirements:

• Certification: Candidate must be a Certified Police Officer. If not currently employed as a Certified Law Enforcement Officer, candidate needs to have been an active Law Enforcement Officer within the last 5 years, and eligible for rehire. 
• Education: Associates Degree or 60+ credit hours toward a degree program strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of six months as a certified law enforcement officer; one year preferred.
• Additional Requirements: Valid driver's license and insurable driving record, U.S. citizenship, and at least 21 years of age. Must pass a polygraph exam, psychological evaluation, background check, drug screen, and essential functions test. No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions. Must complete Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training within 12 months of employment and maintain current certification through employment. 

No City residency requirement.

Normal Work Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Salary Range, Grade E: $27.16 - $36.22

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Benefits: Full-time

To view the full job description, please go to the City of Overland Park's Job Description page and search by title: Court Security Officer.