1Screen persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband.(Core task)
2Escort prisoners to and from courthouse and maintain custody of prisoners during court proceedings.(Core task)
3Maintain order in courtroom during trial and guard jury from outside contact.(Core task)
4Provide security by patrolling interior and exterior of courthouse and escorting judges and other court employees.(Core task)
5Guard lodging of sequestered jury.(Core task)
6Enforce courtroom rules of behavior and warn persons not to smoke or disturb court procedure.(Core task)
7Arrest persons in court when arrest warrants have been issued.(Core task)
8Report need for police or medical assistance to sheriff's office.(Core task)
9Check courtroom for security and cleanliness and assure availability of sundry supplies, such as notepads, for use by judge, jurors, and attorneys.(Core task)
10Stop people from entering courtroom while judge charges jury.(Core task)
Top Skills Required
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Monitoring
Active Listening
Judgment and Decision Making
Critical Thinking
Time Management
Reading Comprehension
Coordination
Persuasion
Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and SecurityLaw and GovernmentEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServicePsychologyAdministration and ManagementEducation and TrainingAdministrative
Technology & Tools Used
In-Demand Technologies
Adobe AcrobatMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft Word
Other Tools
Case management system softwareCorel WordPerfect Office SuiteCourt docket management softwareEmail softwareIBM Lotus NotesNational Crime Information Center (NCIC) databaseState crime information databases
Daily Work Activities
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public