Bailiff - Court Security - (Part-Time)

St. Louis County, Minnesota; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Louis County, Minnesota invites applications for a part-time Bailiff for Court Security in Virginia, MN. The role protects judges, jurors, witnesses, attorneys, and the public, performing screening and security duties in courtrooms and public areas.

The position offers hourly pay within a defined range, is governed by the Bailiff Court Security Collective Bargaining Agreement (Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. Local 593), and requires a high school diploma and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Candidates with related training in law enforcement, military law enforcement or private security training and/or experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and screen individuals, packages, and personal items entering and leaving courtrooms and adjacent areas.
• Provide security during heightened security situations and assist with emergencies as needed.
• Direct and escort non-combative custodial individuals within the courthouse in coordination with the Sheriff's Office.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Would you like to be responsible for maintaining order and decorum through providing security functions within courtrooms and adjacent public areas? You'll ensure the personal protection of judges, jurors, witnesses, attorneys and other persons involved with the court, including the general public. Be a part of something bigger by applying for St. Louis County's part-time (0.3 FTE) bailiff position in Virginia, MN.

The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $21.32 - $27.80 per hour.

This position is part of the Bailiff Court Security Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. (Local 593).

St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

An employee in this class preserves order and control in courtrooms and common areas of the courthouses to ensure the safety of court officials, participants, and the general public. Duties include monitoring and screening individuals, packages and personal items entering and leaving the courtroom using a variety of detection methods and devices; assisting in providing security during heightened security situations; assisting with emergency medical situations as needed; obtaining defendants identifying information in accordance with applicable laws; directing and escorting non-combative custodial individuals within the courthouse. The work is performed in accordance with established Departmental policies under the supervision and authority of the Sheriff's Office, and in conjunction with other courthouse staff.

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Stand; hearing up to 20 feet; vision; work around others; customer/public contact and work inside. FREQUENT: Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; push/pull up to 20 pounds; bend neck; climb stairs; feel/use fingers; grasp/handle; maintain posture; move about; reach; rotate neck; talk/speak; twist at waist; walk; hear within 5 feet; use an earphone; near, midrange and far vision; depth perception; visual accommodation; work with others; and clients with behavioral challenges. OCCASIONAL: Push/pull up to 70 pounds; balance; crouch/squat; reach above shoulder; sit; static neck position; stoop/bend; taste/smell; right and left wrist turn; color vision; exposure to blood-borne pathogens; work alone; extended days; work outside and drive. RARE: Restrain individuals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Candidates with related training in law enforcement, military law enforcement or private security training and/or experience are preferred.

Please Note: All candidates meeting the minimum requirements will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will contact candidates directly regarding interviews.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.

VETERANS PREFERENCE:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate (eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements.

PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS: Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

DRUG TESTING: Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION: All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION: St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.