Courtroom Security Specialist

Puyalluptribe Nsn; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

The Bailiff position at Puyallup Tribe Nsn Tribal Court supports the Chief Court Clerk by ensuring safety, neutrality and confidentiality of the court. The Bailiff prevents threats to judges, staff and the public and maintains order in courtrooms.

Key duties include protecting court sessions, announcing entrances, monitoring for potential security issues, handling court documents and assisting during hearings with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus relevant security or courtroom exposure.
• Experience assisting in practical court operations preferred.
• Must understand and follow Tribal Court guidelines and decorum.

Responsibilities

• Attend and secure court sessions to protect personnel and the public.
• Announce judge entrances and maintain courtroom decorum.
• Provide security presence during hearings and assist as needed.
• Monitor entrances with metal detectors and enforce rules.
• Assist judges and clerks, move documents, and handle mail as directed.
• Serve as a courteous information source for courthouse visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Court processes

Uniform guidelines

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related experience

Job description

The Bailiff position at Puyallup Tribe Nsn Tribal Court supports the Chief Court Clerk by ensuring safety, neutrality and confidentiality of the court. The Bailiff prevents threats to judges, staff and the public and maintains order in courtrooms.

Key duties include protecting court sessions, announcing entrances, monitoring for potential security issues, handling court documents and assisting during hearings with professionalism and discretion.