Bailiff

Location: Queen Anne’s County District Court, Centreville, MD 21617

Salary: $28.46/hr

About the Role

The Bailiff is responsible for maintaining day-to-day order, protection, and security operations ensuring the safety of visitors, Judges, employees, and the general public who visit the District Court. With considerable public contact involved, the Bailiff must exercise practical judgement necessary to cope with routine and unusual or emergent situations on a continual basis. Bailiffs are considered essential personnel and are subject to call-in during emergencies, closings, and staffing shortages. In the event of a location closure, whether temporary or for the remainder of the day, Bailiffs are required to remain at their post until relieved by proper authority.

Responsibilities

• Prepare courtrooms for session and maintain order in the courtroom.
• Operate courthouse security checkpoint equipment to screen the general public and visitors.
• Assist with evacuations and reentry during emergency situations.
• Exercise independent judgement and tact under pressure to diffuse hostile or conflicting situations.
• Recognize and respond to dangerous situations.
• Perform all essential functions of the position, including restraining or detaining individuals when necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of law enforcement experience as a police officer (federal, state, or local agency, equivalent to a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions Certified police officer) OR one (1) year of experience as a military police officer or correctional officer (with or without arrest powers).
• Successful completion of the required training program/probationary period for the respective role.
• Furnish a letter of good standing from your employer (law enforcement, correction, or government agency) verifying sworn status, separation date, and confirmation of leaving in good standing.
• Obtain and maintain the following certifications within 6 months of hire:
  • Special Police Commission
  • Maryland State Handgun permit
  • Licensing for all less lethal devices (OC spray)
  • AED/CPR certification
• Pass an initial pre-employment medical screening and subsequent screenings every 3 years (fitness for duty).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment reference check conducted by the District Court Security Office.
• Sign an at-will status contract at the time of hire.

Physical Demands

• Frequent physical effort, including standing and walking for eight hours daily.
• Ability to restrain and/or detain individuals.
• Pass a physical examination as part of the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Ability to exercise independent judgement and tact under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with the public, including hostile or conflicting parties.
• Ability to recognize and respond to dangerous situations.