Join our team! The City of Kentwood is seeking applicants for a Court Security Officer in the 62B District Court.
Pay and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $20.12 - $26.96, dependent on qualifications and experience. The City of Kentwood offers free access to an employee assistance program. Part-time employees are also eligible for paid vacation and sick leave benefits.
We're proud to be among the first municipal employers in West Michigan to offer a fully paid parental leave benefit. Our policy provides employees with four weeks of fully paid leave following birth, adoption or placement for adoption. Employees who give birth are eligible for an additional two weeks of leave for a total of six weeks fully paid.
We also cover the cost of job-related training, certifications, and licenses to help our team members excel in their positions. Employees also receive a discount on city recreation programs and rentals.
Position Summary
Reporting directly to the Court Administrator, main responsibilities for this role include maintaining security, safety and decorum in an assigned court and associated public facilities while the court is in session and during public access hours.
Our ideal candidate has a high school diploma/GED and two years of experience in law enforcement, corrections, or public safety and the ability to obtain a Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) within 90 days from date of employment. Knowledge and experience in security, firearm safety, and de-escalation techniques are preferred. Please view the full job description and requirements for more details.
About the 62B District Court
The City of Kentwood is home to the 62-B District Court, which helps resolve disputes, promote rehabilitation and protect the community through its services. The court strives to earn the public’s trust and confidence by providing a fair and just forum for the resolution of civil and criminal disputes, providing services in a professional, timely and efficient manner with respect and courtesy, educating and providing services in an understandable and user-friendly fashion, being accountable for the resources invested in the court and recognizing the changing needs of the judicial system and the people it serves. The court has a civil division, criminal division, landlord/tenant division, probation department, small claims division and traffic division.
About the City of Kentwood
The City of Kentwood is a community of more than 54,000 residents and growing, Kentwood is a safe, prosperous and welcoming city with vibrant neighborhoods and flourishing businesses that make it a wonderful place to live and work.
The city offers easy access to a variety of amenities including many of West Michigan’s destination shopping, dining, entertainment and outdoor recreation options. Within our 21 square miles are more than 13 miles of non-motorized trails and 15 parks that cover 301 acres and offer a range of amenities from pickleball to splashpads. This, along with Kentwood’s outstanding public-school systems, wide variety of businesses and career and education advancement opportunities attract a diverse population.
Centrally located, Kentwood is an easy local commute, thanks to many public and private transport options. It’s also just outside of downtown Grand Rapids and a short drive from the Lake Michigan shore, offering ample opportunities for both big city lights and nature-filled adventures.
With a mission of providing high quality services to foster a thriving community for all, Kentwood maintains a culture of excellent customer service, actively providing a responsive and responsible local government with a focus on continual improvement.
The City of Kentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply today to join our supportive, dynamic team! Applications will be accepted through June 10th, 2025.
