GENERAL PURPOSE:  Under general supervision, maintains Court security and safety and serves warrants and summons as a licensed Peace Officer for the Court. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by employees in this classification; it is only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.   * Provides security for Municipal Court, looking for unusual or suspicious activities and persons. * Monitors all persons entering Court; screens visitors and operates metal detectors to detect concealed weapons and hazardous objects. * Identifies dangerous and unstable persons and closely monitors their behavior in the Court facility. * Serves as a courtroom security officer, protects courtroom staff and visitors, and escorts jurors; investigates issues as directed by Judge and responds to emergencies. * Enforces governing state judicial and Federal laws, and enforces compliance with local regulations and ordinances, according to policies, procedures, and regulations as applicable. * Prepares warrants; reviews court records and law enforcement databases to obtain and verify information on subjects wanted for Court appearances; research additional data sources; updates records and databases. * Finds and contacts wanted subjects, conducts surveillance as required, serves summons and warrants, arrests law violators as authorized, transports and processes prisoners. * Updates and maintains a variety of files, records, and other documents, and prepares reports as required. * Assists and coordinates with other emergency services personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state, and local law enforcement organizations. * Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved. * Acts as a courier for judicial documents from and to Comal County facilities, the New Braunfels Police Department, and New Braunfels Municipal Court. * Performs other duties as assigned or required. Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND two (2) years experience as a licensed Peace Officer.  Required Licenses or Certifications: * Must be able to attain and maintain a Peace Officers License and Courtroom Security Specialist Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement within fifteen (15) months of employment, and a valid Texas Driver's License. Required Knowledge of: * City, county, state, and Federal laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances. * City policies and procedures. * Texas criminal justice and court systems and the principles of criminal justice records management. * Law enforcement methods, practices, and procedures. * Basic criminal law on the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including preservation and presentation of evidence. * Basic criminal law on the rules of evidence, probable cause, use of force, and search and seizure. * Investigative and interrogative procedures and research and protocols for observation of critical details. * Geography, roads, and landmarks of the City and surrounding areas.   Required Skill in: * Exercising controlled discretion in situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, and sound judgment. * Recognizing suspicious behavior patterns, mediating difficult situations, and using effective arrest and control techniques. * Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. * Remaining alert at all times and reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations. * Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees, other law enforcement and multi-jurisdictional agencies, and the general public. * Care, maintenance, and safe operation of a variety of law enforcement tools and equipment. * Operating a personal computer utilizing judicial and business software. * Effective communication, both verbal and written.