Installs, repairs, modifies, and performs routine and emergency maintenance on Video Management, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, and Screening Systems and their related components for Trial Court facilities across the commonwealth of Massachusetts;
Programs and administers to ACS, IDS and DVR/NVR systems in conjunction with enrollment, data base management and system configuration;
Performs routine testing of and configures digital or network video systems for recording and playback capability;
Extracts video evidence from DVR/NVR systems as required;
Assists in the training of court officers and associate court officers in the operation of building security systems and related systems integration, including fire alarm systems;
Regularly monitors and performs audits of security systems to confirm reliability and system effectiveness standards;
Identifies deficiencies and takes corrective action or makes recommendations to maintain and/or improve the effectiveness of building security programs;
Coordinates with corrections officials on security and building access protocols for county owned, privately leased facilities for court use; Assists in the drafting of technical documents supporting building design and renovation work relating to electronic security systems, detention cells, courtroom detainee docks, detainee sallyports, garage entry/exit, court officer stations, security screening stations, x-ray screening equipment, metal detectors, access control systems, duress alarms, intrusion detection systems, building key and control systems, door hardware and lock design;
Assists in the development of plans and contingencies for addressing physical access issues to courthouses and other related special needs;
Works with the Assistant Chief Information Officer and other members of the Security Operations Team to prioritize the implementation of security initiatives and appropriate security investments based on appropriate risk assessment within the courthouses;
Researches and makes use of the best available practices and security technologies to ensure safety within all courthouses;
Participates in incident response planning as well as the investigation of security breaches;
Maintains collaborative working relationships with local, county and state law enforcement officials and other related government agencies;
Works closely with Trial Court IT services department relating to the installation and maintenance of information technology hardware and security network servers;
Performs related duties as required.
Requirements :
Technical Certification or Associates Degree in Electronics/Security Systems in addition to five (5) years' experience in the installation, inspection, and repairing of integrated security systems is required; OR
Ten (10) years of experience in the installation, inspection, and repairing of integrated security systems can be substituted for the above requirement combination of education and experience;
Operational knowledge of and experience in computer-driven complex security systems and other security systems including those used for access control, Intrusion/fire detection/suppression, closed circuit television, metal detectors and x-ray machines;
Demonstrated experience in the design, installation, programming, and maintenance of security systems and the interface of these systems as part of an integrated and comprehensive security plan for a large facility;
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with persons at all levels, including judges, and to maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals;
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form;
Ability to establish work priorities;
Ability to evaluate security needs of courthouses and to develop feasible solutions;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; and
Ability to travel to all court locations throughout the Commonwealth.