Security and Safety Officer (LS)
- Bennington, VT
- Permanent
- Full-time
The ideal candidate will bring character, integrity and security and safety expertise to the courthouse. The ability to interact in a professional manner with a wide range of individuals, attention to detail and a strong work ethic are essential.This is a full-time, limited-service opening based in Bennington, Vermont. As of July 13, 2025, starting salary is $22.07 per hour. The limited-service term will end 6/30/2028. The position is a non-exempt Judicial Branch position equivalent to pay grade 19. The State of Vermont’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation.Benefits
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 13 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
High School Graduation or GED and two (2) or more years workforce experience in a responsible position. Experience in security, law enforcement, safety, de-escalation situations and/or emergency services preferred. Experience in positions requiring attention to detail and customer service also preferred.Summary of Duties for Security & Safety Officer:
- Provides security, under Judiciary use-of-force guidelines, for the judge, staff and persons within the courtroom or courthouse or other designated areas.
- Fosters an adequate level of employee awareness of risks in the workplace and encourages timely response to emergencies by facilitating Safety Committee efforts in one or more units regarding the implementation of location safety practices and procedures.
- Coordinates employee risk management communication and training which may include fire drills, slip & fall prevention, de-escalation CPR/AED, first aid, Stop the Bleed, bomb threats procedure, Active Shooter/Active Threat Awareness and other safety content.
- Documents daily shift activities via a computerized security log and a security incident reporting system. May compile reports as needed.
- The job involves the completion of specialized security training and entails the operation of safety and security equipment or various electronic devices.
- In collaboration with other security personnel, carries out security arrangements, evacuation plans and the resolution of emergency situations.
- Performs security checks of the facility inspecting for: lights, heat, air conditioning and locks; visitors intruding in secure area; contraband; courtroom equipment and forms; public postings.
- Checks in persons scheduled for court hearings, explains roles and procedures, directs seating arrangements and conveys information to litigant after hearings.
- Takes temporary custody of prisoners, arranges transport if needed, and releases them to an officer of the appropriate law enforcement agency.
- Is responsible for the security and coordination of the jury while the jury is in the courtroom, is deliberating and if sequestered.
- Serves papers as directed by the judge or court clerks.
- When not performing courtroom security or safety-related duties, will perform court-related case processing tasks as directed using the Judiciary’s case management system.
- Assists law enforcement in weapon screening as needed.
- This position is responsible for all duties defined and other duties as assigned such as training other employees.