Municipal Court Bailiff

City-of-Springfield-; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Springfield is seeking a Municipal Court Bailiff to maintain security for day and/or night sessions and to guard the courtroom and front entrance of the Municipal Court building. Flexibility in work hours is required as the schedule can vary.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED with guaranteed review for applications received by September 18th, 2026. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least two years in security or law enforcement-related work.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or have G.E.D.
• Requires two years experience in a security or law enforcement-related profession.

Responsibilities

• Provide required security in the courtroom for the Municipal Court Judge assigned to the docket during court sessions and at the front entrance of the Municipal Court building.
• Must be able to have a flexible work schedule.

Skills

Security experience

Court security

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Springfield's Municipal Court is looking for qualified individuals to maintain the required security and order of the Court for day and/or night sessions.

Position will provide required security in the courtroom for the Municipal Court Judge assigned to the docket during court sessions and at the front entrance of the Municipal Court building. Must be able to have a flexible work schedule.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED - and applications submitted by September 18th, 2026 will be guaranteed review.

Leadership Philosophy

The City of Springfield's leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Experience, Education, and Training

• Must be a high school graduate or have G.E.D.;

• Requires two years experience in a security or law enforcement-related profession.

Licensing/Certification

• None.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements for the Municipal Court Bailiff position, please see the job description.

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.