ASSOCIATE JUDGE'S BAILIFF - 233rd District Court

Tarrant County; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge’s Bailiff II at Tarrant County will support daily court operations, ensuring security and safety in the courtrooms, and handling inmates, witnesses and clients, as well as making arrests when necessary.

Responsibilities include transporting inmates, maintaining courtroom order, updating dockets, and assisting with jury services. Candidates must hold peace officer certification and firearms qualification, with mandatory training requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two years law enforcement related experience preferred.
• Peace Officer Certification through TCLEOSE required.
• Mandatory firearms qualification and physical training.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and support functions to the Judge and staff.
• Transport inmates to court and return to jail after court appearance.
• Maintain courtroom security and order.
• Execute warrants and make arrests when necessary.
• Update court dockets prior to scheduled docket dates.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Computers

Analytical skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Peace Officer Certification (TCLEOSE)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Summary

The Judge’s Bailiff II will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the Court including providing security and safety in the courtrooms, handles inmates, witnesses and clients as well as make arrests when necessary.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


• Provides security and support functions to the Judge and staff.


• Support functions include making arrests and executing warrants.


• Maintains and secures the courtroom.


• Maintains excellent public, staff and court relationships during the course of business.


• Carries a firearm with legal authority to use it in proper circumstances and is charged with the responsibility of knowing when those circumstances are present.


• Transports inmates from jail to court and return to jail after court appearance.


• Checks and updates court dockets prior to scheduled docket dates.


• Performs occasional administrative duties such as answering the phone, preparing yearly budget, monitoring monthly budget, scheduling appointments for officials, picking up mail, review for threats, make distribution, preparing purchase orders, picking up items from supplier (Purchasing Dept.), and perform other related clerical duties.


• Confirms active warrants and makes arrest. Follows the Code of Judicial Conduct.


• Assists Court in obtaining and providing services relating to jury activities.


• Uses computer to order prisoners for court appearances.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Summary

The Judge’s Bailiff II will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the Court including providing security and safety in the courtrooms, handles inmates, witnesses and clients as well as make arrests when necessary.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


• Provides security and support functions to the Judge and staff.


• Support functions include making arrests and executing warrants.


• Maintains and secures the courtroom.


• Maintains excellent public, staff and court relationships during the course of business.


• Carries a firearm with legal authority to use it in proper circumstances and is charged with the responsibility of knowing when those circumstances are present.


• Transports inmates from jail to court and return to jail after court appearance.


• Checks and updates court dockets prior to scheduled docket dates.


• Performs occasional administrative duties such as answering the phone, preparing yearly budget, monitoring monthly budget, scheduling appointments for officials, picking up mail, review for threats, make distribution, preparing purchase orders, picking up items from supplier (Purchasing Dept.), and perform other related clerical duties.


• Confirms active warrants and makes arrest. Follows the Code of Judicial Conduct.


• Assists Court in obtaining and providing services relating to jury activities.


• Uses computer to order prisoners for court appearances.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.


• Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.


• Advanced analytical skills.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED


• Two (2) years law enforcement related experience.


• Peace Officer Certification through TCLEOSE


• Working knowledge of the Court.


• Mandatory firearms qualification and physical training.


• Must have dependable transportation for the delivery of subpoenas.

Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.