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Maine Employer Deputy Judicial Marshal - Rockland in Portland, Maine

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Deputy Judicial Marshal

State of Maine Judicial Branch

Location: Knox County Courthouse, Rockland

The State of Maine Judicial Branch welcomes motivated law enforcement officers and those seeking to become law enforcement officers to join our dedicated team in serving the communities of Maine within the court system. The Office of Judicial Marshals is a law enforcement agency that plays an important role in our communities by providing a safe, accessible, efficient, and impartial system of dispute resolution. Judicial Branch employees all support this mission, in their various roles. We have 31 courts across the state where we process over 130,000 cases each year in support of Maines almost 1.4 million residents.

The Job:

The State of Maine Judicial Branch is seeking certified law enforcement officers and other highly qualified individuals who seek to become certified law enforcement officers, from diverse backgrounds for an exciting and challenging career as a Deputy Judicial Marshal. This position is a certified law enforcement position tasked with providing a safe and secure experience for judges, court staff, court participants, and members of the public while enjoying a full-time work schedule that allows for work life balance.

If you are a team player with a strong work ethic who is interested in supporting the Maine courts, we invite you to join our team of Judicial Branch employees in the Office of Judicial Marshals. We take pride in what we do and want to find someone who shares that dedication!

Salary Range:

Grade 11, \$23.19 - \$30.19 per hour. Starting pay is \$23.19 - \$24.31 per hour.

What We Offer:

At the Maine Judicial Branch, we value our employees, which is why we offer great benefits. In addition to competitive pay, we provide:

  • Work-life balance: 13 paid holidays, 2+ weeks of vacation leave, and 12 paid sick days every year
  • Paid uniforms, annual clothing/equipment stipend
  • No shifts during holidays, overnights, or weekends
  • Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks
  • Gym membership reimbursement program
  • Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Health insurance coverage (85%-100% employer-paid for employee-only plan)
  • Health insurance premium credit (5% decrease in employee premiums)
  • Dental insurance (100% employer paid for employee-only plan)
  • Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Defined Benefit Pension plan contributions
  • Voluntary deferred compensation (retirement savings 457 Plan)
  • Up to \$1000 Tuition Reimbursement each year
  • Employer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary)

Responsibilities:

  • Serves as Judicial Marshal for the court, undertaking security arrangements for each court day and session as needed. During court proceedings, remains strategically stationed, alert, and responsive to any security risk.
  • Enforces the laws of the State of Maine within the courthouse, effect arrests when necessary, monitor surveillance equipment, and utilize x-ray equipment at entry screening areas.
  • Observes all persons entering the courtroom, their movement, and their activities.
  • Assists within the courtroom with the orderly flow of paperwork between the judge/justice, clerks office, defendants, and other participants. Assists with the movement of evidence as requested.
  • Patrols and maintains a presence in public areas of court facilities as assigned.
  • Announces the opening, recess, and closing of each court session.
  • Directs persons to building locations and provides information on court schedules and proceedings as authorized.
  • Ensures that all parties are present and ready prior to the entrance of the presiding judge/justice into the cour room.
  • Maintain mandatory annual law enforcement training as directed by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, CPR/First Aid, annual firearms qualifications, and all other requirements.
  • Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of each courthouse and responds to emergencies, as necessary.