Municipal Court Bailiff & Security Officer

Garlandtx; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is hiring for a bailiff/security officer to serve and protect the Garland community within Municipal Court and City facilities. Responsibilities include courtroom security, transporting prisoners, processing court documents, and enforcing city regulations.

The role requires a TCOLE Peace Officer License and a valid Texas driver’s license. The position offers a competitive hourly wage up to $30/hour, based on qualifications and experience, with duties performed under the City

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• TCOLE Peace Officer License required.
• Valid Class C Texas driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide bailiff services at Courthouse.
• Transfer prisoners.
• Provide building security at City Buildings.
• Process time serve letters issued by the Court.
• Enforce parking ordinances of the City.
• Prepare reports to track arrest of offenders for violations of law at Municipal Court and City Buildings.
• Monitor and maintain Building security systems at Court, GP&L Building and City Hall.
• Assist City staff in safeguarding cash transactions.
• Communicate with citizens and lawyers interacting with the Court, GP&L and City Hall.
• Perform administrative functions under the direction of the City Marshal to ensure compliance with state law.

Skills

Communication

Report writing

Chain of command

Professional appearance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

TCOLE Peace Officer License

Valid Class C Texas driver’s license

Tools

Texas Penal Code

Texas Code of Criminal Procedure

Job description

The City of Garland is hiring for a bailiff/security officer to serve and protect the Garland community within Municipal Court and City facilities. Responsibilities include courtroom security, transporting prisoners, processing court documents, and enforcing city regulations.

The role requires a TCOLE Peace Officer License and a valid Texas driver’s license. The position offers a competitive hourly wage up to $30/hour, based on qualifications and experience, with duties performed under the City