Courtroom Bailiff: Security, Jury Support & Courtroom Ops

Phelps County; Rolla, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phelps County Sheriff's Department is seeking a Court Security Officer to maintain order in the courtroom, assist the judge, and enforce state laws. You will work with court personnel and attorneys, open court, and ensure the court is ready for proceedings.

This role requires handling confidential information with discretion, assisting jurors, transporting prisoners, and performing related duties. Strong written and verbal communication, multi-tasking, and independent judgment are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be certified as a Missouri law enforcement officer or eligible for licensing as a peace officer in Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and security in the courtroom and assist the judge with orderly conduct of a trial.
• Work with court personnel and lawyers.
• Enforce State Laws.
• Open court and inform the judge that the court is ready.
• Assist jurors.
• Transport prisoners to and from the courtroom.
• Meet physical aspects of the job.
• Perform other duties as the job requires.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Handle confidential information and materials.
• Willingness to learn.
• Exercise independent judgment and make decisions.

Skills

Court security

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Multi-tasking

Confidential information handling

Independent judgment

Willingness to learn

Physical ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Missouri LEO certification

Missouri peace officer licensing eligibility

Job description

The Phelps County Sheriff's Department is seeking a Court Security Officer to maintain order in the courtroom, assist the judge, and enforce state laws. You will work with court personnel and attorneys, open court, and ensure the court is ready for proceedings.

This role requires handling confidential information with discretion, assisting jurors, transporting prisoners, and performing related duties. Strong written and verbal communication, multi-tasking, and independent judgment are essential.