BAILIFF II (CRITICAL LABOR SHORTAGE)

Clark County; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark County Justice Court - Las Vegas is seeking qualified retirees for the Bailiff II (Critical Labor Shortage) position. This full-time role involves court security, monitoring, and coordinating with judges, attorneys, and staff. The position requires a valid Nevada P.O.S.T.

Category II certification or enrollment in an accredited academy, plus the ability to pass POST fitness standards. It is a critical labor shortage hire with an Open Competitive Eligibility process for current and future

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of full-time experience as a Bailiff or Marshal in a court or similar setting, or as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Must possess a valid Nevada State P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) certification or be accepted into an accredited P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) law enforcement academy at time of application.
• Must be capable of passing P.O.S.T. pre-agility Fitness Standards as defined by N.A.C. 289.300 1. (b)(1).
• Additional experience in dealing with the public is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitors scanning equipment, books prisoners at the bailiff station, security gate or in court as directed by the court.
• Maintains security of the judge and court personnel and visitors.
• Calls court to order and maintains decorum when court is in session.
• Transports detainees and assists transportation officers in moving detainees to and from the courtroom.
• Opens and locks secured areas and facilities and sets up courtroom for operation.

Skills

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma

Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II certification

Job description

About The Position

This recruitment is limited to current retired employees who have a valid NV P.O.S.T. Category II or Category I certification only.*

The Clark County Justice Court - Las Vegas is seeking qualified candidates for the Bailiff II (Critical Labor Shortage).

Position Information

• Retirees will be hired in a full time Bailiff II classification.


• Assignment length: Critical Labor designation will expire May 5, 2028.


• Must successfully complete any required re-hire training within the timeframe determined by the department.

Please note: The salary, term of employment, and other benefits related to those employees hired under a critical labor shortage are subject to finalization between Clark County and Las Vegas Justice Court.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school AND two (2) years of full-time experience as a Bailiff or Marshal in a court or similar setting, or as a sworn law enforcement officer. Must possess a valid Nevada State P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) certification or be accepted into an accredited P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) law enforcement academy at time of application. Must be capable of passing P.O.S.T. pre-agility Fitness Standards as defined by N.A.C. 289.300 1. (b)(1). Additional experience in dealing with the public is desirable.

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application.

Do not substitute a resume for your application or write \"see attached resume\" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Working Conditions

Wear a uniform as specified. Carry a firearm, chemical agent and meet and maintain applicable certifications.

Licensing and Certification

Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License. Must possess a valid Nevada P.O.S.T Category II (or higher) certification or be accepted into an accredited P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) law enforcement academy at time of application. Must be capable of passing P.O.S.T. pre-agility Fitness Standards as defined by N.A.C. 289.300 1. (b)(1). Weapons qualification is required for duty weapon. Failure to satisfactorily complete required training shall be proper cause for termination.

In addition, appointed District Court and Las Vegas Justice Court judicial bailiffs must complete a valid Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I training program within eighteen (18) months from the date of appointment. Applicants with P.O.S.T. certifications outside the state of Nevada must provide documentation at time of application proving their certification meets Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II standards.

Background Investigation

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation that meets all requirements of Nevada Administrative Code 289.110. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Medical Examination

Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing

Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Monitors scanning equipment, books prisoners at the bailiff station, security gate or in court as directed by the court.


• Maintains procedures to protect the safety of the judge and the court's property; protects all court personnel, attorneys, and visitors in the courts; maintains security of the jury during all phases of the trial.


• Calls court to order and maintains appropriate decorum in court whenever court is in session.


• Ensures potential witnesses are separated from jurors prior to and throughout trial.


• Takes emergency action and/or notifies emergency personnel as the situation warrants; may administer basic first aid or CPR if required.


• Transports detainees and assists transportation officers in moving detainees to and from the courtroom, holding cells and vehicles.


• Acts as liaison between the judge, attorneys, courtroom staff and the public in order to ensure the orderly conduct of court business.


• Opens and locks secured areas and facilities; sets up courtroom for operation.


• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.


• May execute warrants of arrest as assigned by the court.


• May perform general office support work, deliver or pick-up documents and other materials and assist the judge in other ways as instructed.


• May operate video recording equipment in the courtroom.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office or court setting and use standard office equipment, strength to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Strength to effectively subdue and/or remove persons in difficult or emergency situations. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.