Court Security Officer

Court Security Officer - Hamilton High Court - Permanent, Full Time Te Haeata/The Opportunity As Court Security Officers we take pride serving our community ensuring a safe and secure environment so people can access Justice without fear of intimidation or violence. Our roles have variety, diversity, challenges and job satisfaction. We interact, assist and build relationships with diverse groups of people every day to provide a safe and secure Court environment. We offer first class accredited training and future opportunities to diversify, challenge and grow into Management or other Specialist roles within Justice.Camaraderie comes with the job and at times you will need to be trusted to support each other to deliver the excellent and professional services expected with our uniform.We work hard, enjoy a good laugh and have each other's backs. We offer an environment where you can be yourself! Overview of your role engage and build relationships with a diverse range of peoplesecurity screening operate and maintain CCTV and electronic access control systemsinteracting with other agencies and stakeholders such as Police Corrections lawyers Judicial officers to ensure safe court proceedingspatrol public areas carry out building security checks respond to duress alarm activations identify mitigate respond and report security health and safety threats and incidents Ōpūkenga/Skills and Experience customer service, Security, Defence or Government experience is desired but not essential as full training is providedconfident with technologyexperience of de-escalation techniquesphysical ability to engage and pass qualification requirements in full contact Officer safety traininghold and maintain a full clean New Zealand drivers' licence and clean criminal record (including Police Vetting)have knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, bring an understanding and appreciation of cultural issues and concerns in particular Tikanga Maori, and an understanding of their relevance to the Court Security Role and the Ministry of Justice Benefits gain confidence within a dynamic environment with a diverse group of people knowledge of relevant legislation and challenging experiences health, safety and security qualification and fully funded training a diverse range of study courses to grow and develop including some Leadership opportunities training in the use of x-ray machine Walk through and Handheld metal detectors Security qualifications use of SRBA RT and Handcuffing Work Hours and Schedules This is a 40 hour, Monday to Friday role with paid overtime available when extra cover is required. Rostered hours may include a minimum 3-hour shift on Saturdays. Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:4.4 weeks holiday leaveAn online professional development portalAccess to a variety of inclusive and proactive networksSee our full range of benefits here.With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career. Mō mātou/About us At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to strengthening people's trust in the law of Aotearoa, New Zealand. Hamilton High Court would be your home base, however when operational needs necessitate, there can also be a requirement to travel and work in courts in neighbouring regions. Travel costs are met by the Ministry. Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. Utuā-tau/Salary The remuneration band for this role is $60,729 to $80,794 - while the appointing salary will be between $63,210 to $70,674 per annum. #J-18808-Ljbffr