Sergeant-At-Arms

Job Posting Title

Agency

Supervisory Organization

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Job Type

Compensation

Job Description

Duties:

• Assists the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms in preserving order and decorum and enforcing the Rules of the Senate.
• Alerts the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms of any breach of order or security concerns.
• Enforces Senate Rules regarding floor privileges. Prevents unauthorized persons from entering the Senate Chamber, committee rooms, or other meetings as directed by the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms.
• Knowledge of the evacuation and safety procedures of the Senate and the state Capitol building.
• Provides basic security for the areas of the Capitol under the control of the Senate.
• Provides assistance and information to visitors to the Senate.
• As directed by the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms, attends and participates in official events, funerals, etc.

Knowledge and Skills:

·         Knowledge of security and safety practices, policies and procedures.

·         Ability to maintain control under adverse conditions and to take

corrective steps in emergency situations.

·         Skill in communicating effectively with others and in dealing with

individuals diplomatically and courteously.

·         Ability to establish and preserve effective working relationships with

others.

·         Ability to acquire basic understanding of the Senate Rules pertaining to

order and decorum.

·         Physical strength and endurance for remaining in in a stationary position,

often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

·         Ability to ascend or descend stairs and ramps.

·         Law enforcement or security experience preferred, but not required.

Pay for Temporary Service:

·         Schedule requires availability Monday through Thursday prior to and

throughout the legislative session (mid January through the last Friday in

May). Pay is $21.00/hour, with a minimum of 4 hours a day, 4 days a

week guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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