District Court Bailiff (All Counties Continuous Posting)

Maryland Judiciary; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Judiciary seeks a Bailiff for the District Court Security division. The role involves protecting Judges, staff, and visitors, screening entrants, and operating courthouse security equipment to maintain a safe environment.

Responsibilities include courtroom preparedness, enforcing court procedures, and responding to emergencies. Candidates must have a HS diploma and MD law enforcement experience or MPCTC handgun training, with the ability to be called in as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1 year law enforcement experience (federal/state/local) or equivalent.
• Certified training incl. MD handgun training required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of Judges, staff, and the public.
• Screen courthouse entrants; operate metal detectors and scanners.
• Prepare courtrooms and maintain order during sessions.
• Arrest, detain, or eject disruptive individuals as needed.
• Respond to emergencies; support evacuations and reentries.
• Maintain essential personnel status and be available for call-in.

Skills

Courthouse security protocols

Maryland law

Arrest procedures

Communicating clearly

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma

Law enforcement experience (1 year)

MPCTC handgun training (35 hours)

Job description

Location

District Court for All Maryland Counties

Job Title

Bailiff

Division/Department

District Court Security

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Location

District Court for All Maryland Counties

(The purpose of this posting is to proactively collect applications for those interested in a District Court Commissioner position. We may not currently have an opening in your preferred location(s); however, your application will be kept on file until such time).

Salary

$28.46/hr.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Financial Disclosure

No

At Will

Yes

Position Type

Fulltime & Part Time Available

Position Summary

This position is a special police officer responsible for maintaining day-to-day order, protection, and security operations, ensuring the safety of Judges, employees, visitors, and the general public who visit the District Court. Responsible for preparing courtrooms for sessions, maintaining order in the courtroom, operating courthouse metal detectors to screen the general public and visitors, and preserving peace and good order on District Court property by enforcing criminal laws according to the scope of the special police commission. Assists with evacuation and reentry during emergency situations. Bailiffs are considered essential personnel and are subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages. In the event of building closure, Bailiffs are required to remain at their post until relieved of duty by proper authority. Follows the State of Maryland District Court Security policies and procedures.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety of Judges, employees, visitors, and the general public visiting the District Court.
• Screens the general public and visitors entering the courthouse.
• Operates the courthouse walk-through metal detector, handheld metal detector, hand wand scanner, and weapon detection x-ray machine.
• Seizes prohibited objects and denies entry to those persons in possession of these items.
• Prepares courtrooms for sessions and maintains order in the courtroom at all times.
• With considerable public contact involved, the Bailiff must exercise practical judgement necessary to cope with routine and unusual or emergent situations on a continual basis.
• Must be prepared to make an on-scene arrest for violations of criminal law on District Court property.
• Provides information and direction to the general public.
• Considered essential personnel and are subject to call-in during emergencies, closings, and staffing shortages. In the event of a location closure, whether temporary or for the remainder of the day, Bailiffs are required to remain at their post until relieved by proper authority.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
• One (1) year of law enforcement experience as a police officer (not to include time spent in a police training academy) at a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency (equivalent to a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission Certified police officer) AND successful completion of the required training program/probationary period.

Or

• One(1) year of experience as a military police officer or a correctional officer (not to include time spent in a training academy) at a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency (equivalent to a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission certified correctional officer with 35 hours of MPCTC entrance level semi-automatic handgun training) AND successful completion of the required training program/probationary period.

Notes

• Law enforcement, military police, and correctional officers MUST have successfully graduated from a certified/accredited training academy, including successful completion of a 35-hour entrance-level semi-automatic handgun training course from the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission, or, if prior law enforcement or correctional experience was outside the State of Maryland, an equivalent course. Subject to verification and documentation. Candidates MUST obtain and maintain a Special Police commission and MD handgun permit and complete all required training for continuous employment.
• Candidates MUST obtain and maintain a Special Police Commission and MD handgun permit and complete all required training for continuous employment.
• Candidates must be able to successfully pass the initial pre-employment medical screening and physical evaluation.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Courthouse and courtroom security protocols.
• Maryland Criminal and Constitutional law.
• Arrest procedures and techniques.

Skill In

• Communicating information clearly, effectively, courteously, tactfully and patiently.
• Maintaining order and enforcing Maryland law and Court procedures/rules.
• Implementing defensive and offensive tactics as they relate to subduing disorderly or disruptive individuals.
• Usage of firearms, OC spray, and handcuffing techniques.
• Recognizing emergency medical situations and administering first aid and CPR.
• Usage of standard office equipment, computer equipment, and computer applications.

Ability To

• Recognize and diffuse situations by taking prompt and appropriate action.
• Provide assistance, guidance, and direction to others in a polite, calm, controlled, professional, and efficient manner.
• Exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality while dealing with the general public, law enforcement personnel, and attorneys.
• Resolve unusual and/or complex situations in accordance with established procedures or assist others in resolving instances requiring deviation from standard procedures.
• Communicate clearly, tactfully, and effectively with Judges, the general public, police agencies, attorneys, and other court officials and personnel.
• Perform all essential functions of this position and pass a medical screening every three years (fitness for duty).
• Qualify annually (minimum score of 70 percent) using a District Court approved handgun.
• Use standard office and business equipment, including, but not limited to, personal computers for emails and timesheet completion.
• Implement the District Court and building evacuation procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have formal supervisory responsibilities over other employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position involves physical work with frequent standing and walking for eight hours per day and requires the physical ability to restrain and/or detain individuals.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position works in an indoor environment and is not routinely or substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Employee works in close quarters with others and often encounters individuals with known criminal or mental health backgrounds who may be hostile, emotionally charged, and/or wounded.

Selection Process

Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted. Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail] . The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status , physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to [e-mail] or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation .