Bailiff

About the role

The Bailiff is an armed, uniformed position whose primary responsibility is court security. Court Security includes but is not limited to: the protection of Judges, controlling inmates and providing physical security for the county court buildings. The Bailiff oversees courtroom activities, maintains order and ensures safety of the public, Judges, attorneys, employees and prisoners.

Responsibilities

• Screens persons and their possessions upon entry into the Court house.
• Confiscates prohibited or dangerous items.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of all court equipment utilized in the performance of the weapon screening program.
• Utilizes observation skills achieved by years of law enforcement experience to diffuse potentially dangerous situations before they occur.
• Enforces courtroom rules and maintains order.
• Utilizes verbal commands and physical force as needed to restrain disruptive prisoners or members of the public.
• Immediately responds to any incidents such as assaults, disturbances or other situations threatening the security of the court.
• Assists law enforcement officers and court officials in emergencies by following established procedures for the evacuation of personnel from the building, lock down of building, conducting searches etc.
• Responsible for the care, custody and control of jurors assigned to the court.
• Maintain and submit juror records of attendance as necessary.
• Aids in preparations for court sessions, prepare and post daily court schedules and call court to order.
• Ars arrest individuals who have outstanding Bench Warrants or are remanded to jail by a Judge.
• Performs a thorough search of same, prepare paperwork and secure the individual before turning them over to the Transport Deputy.
• Assists in preparation for court sessions; maintain custody of prisoners during court proceedings.
• May act as a Transport Deputy/Corrections Deputy and provide security for prisoners in the deputy's absence.
• Assists Transport deputies and MDOC officers in securing prisoners.
• Moves prisoners from lock-up to courtrooms as needed.
• At the direction of the Judge, execute warrants and produce warranted people to the court.
• Must remain vigilant to prisoner activities. Detect unusual behavior to ensure the safety and security of employees, defendants and the public.
• Communicates with jail personnel electronically to receive transfer sheets and prisoner information.
• The Bailiff may assist the Transport deputies conveying prisoners to/from the court building and will escort prisoners between the courtrooms when needed.
• Bailiffs will assist Friend of the Court, District Court Probation and Circuit Court Probation with bench warrants and drug tests and take defendants into custody when appropriate.
• Maintains issued equipment.
• Prepares written records and reports related to the work.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school (GED acceptable) required.
• An Associate's degree with a major in Criminal Justice or a closely related field preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of work experience in a relevant professional law enforcement or security capacity, or in one of the branches of the military required; experience in a court environment preferred.
• Certified police officer with prior law enforcement experience preferred.
• The Bailiff must have knowledge to operate x-ray and metal detection equipment.

Skills

• Writing, reading, mathematical principles.
• Proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook.
• Exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of County operations and functions.
• Ability to prioritize and time manage.
• Handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service.
• Support the County's mission and values.
• Ability to think critically where necessary.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.