DEPUTY BAILIFF

Description

The Supreme Court Administrator’s Office is seeking a professional, service-oriented, motivated and reliable Deputy Bailiff who takes initiative and is committed to supporting the daily operations and security of Washington’s highest court. This position helps manage courtroom proceedings, maintain official hearing records, prepare clear and objective reports and memoranda, and support the implementation of essential court security policies and procedures. As a key presence in the Temple of Justice, you help uphold order, protection, and security, ensuring a safe environment for judicial officers, court employees, and all visitors.

Duties

• Performs full Bailiff duties during in-person, hybrid, and virtual hearings, including opening and closing sessions, maintaining the official record, managing courtroom technology, and coordinating with IT, TVW, media, court staff, attorneys, and judicial officers.
• Ensures safety and security within the Temple of Justice by monitoring surveillance systems, patrolling the facility, reporting incidents, partnering with law enforcement, and conducting safety and emergency-preparedness trainings.
• Provides security for off-site court events and conferences, including conducting security assessments, coordinating logistics with site staff, and supporting temporary courtroom setups.
• Collaborates with the Washington State Patrol, Department of Enterprise Services, and State Senate and House security teams to ensure coordinated security coverage for Capitol Campus and off-site events.
• Supports the Court Bailiff with committee work, including preparing reports and memoranda, coordinating travel for the Traveling Court, and organizing equipment and supplies for travel sites.
• Responds to public inquiries, conducts tours of the Temple of Justice, assists with facility and materials management, and contributes to developing court-wide policies, procedures, and strategic planning related to operations and security.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or a G.E.D.; and
• Four (4) years of experience working in a security or law enforcement role; and
• Experience with criminal investigations; and
• Experience coordinating on and off-site security matters with law enforcement or other branches of government; and
• Experience evaluating off-site locations and coordinating security; and
• Holds a Valid Washington State Driver’s license; and
• Ability to lift, move and transport items weighing 40 pounds or more.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience as a commissioned law enforcement officer, with full police powers, in the last three years;
• Experience working as an investigator or as a detective;
• Experience working in Emergency Preparedness;
• Experience with dignitary protection civilian or military;
• Training in de-escalation and dealing with people in crisis.