Court Security Deputy Bailiff

Tooele County; Tooele (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tooele County is currently accepting applications to fill a Deputy Bailiff position. This role serves as bailiff in the 3rd District, 3rd District Juvenile and Tooele Justice Courts, ensuring order and security and inmate welfare within policy.

Work under supervision of the Court Security Sergeant or an administrative supervisor. Typical duties include transporting inmates for court, preparing reports, and providing security for visitors, with rotating shifts and on-call hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• POST Special Functions Officer (SFO) certification required.
• Complete Field Training Officer program within one year.
• Forty hours of POST-approved training per year.
• Knowledge of Detention Center policies, first aid, and Utah state laws; maintain certification throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as bailiff in the courts and maintain order and security.
• Provide security for visitors and supervise inmate care as directed.
• Escort prisoners within the facility and to court or other destinations.
• Prepare reports, logs and records; maintain them.
• Intervene in inmate conflicts and ensure proper care for sick prisoners.
• Counsel inmates in non-emergency problems; follow Judge/Sheriff directions.

Skills

Emergency response

Judgment and decision making

Firearm handling

Motor vehicle operation

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Policy knowledge

First aid

Utah law knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

POST Special Functions Officer (SFO) certification

Field Training Officer program

Forty hours POST training per year

Job description

Tooele County is currently accepting applications to fill a Deputy Bailiff position. This role serves as bailiff in the 3rd District, 3rd District Juvenile and Tooele Justice Courts, ensuring order and security and inmate welfare within policy.

Work under supervision of the Court Security Sergeant or an administrative supervisor. Typical duties include transporting inmates for court, preparing reports, and providing security for visitors, with rotating shifts and on-call hours.