Part-Time Court Bailiff

City of Stafford, TX; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal department in Texas is seeking a part-time sworn officer to provide essential security services for court proceedings. The duties include maintaining courtroom decorum, assisting with court operations, and addressing security issues. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, basic law enforcement certification, and a valid Texas driver's license. This role requires strong judgement skills, physical fitness, and the ability to handle emergency situations effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass background investigation and drug screening.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation, polygraph, physical, psychological, and drug screening.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide security for Court proceedings.
• Maintain decorum and order in the Courtroom.
• Assist with court proceedings and collection support.
• Contacts defendants by telephone; executes warrants as assigned by the Judge.
• Performs court-related data entry and administrative support as needed.
• Ensures orderly courtroom and jury assembly room; supports staff and operations.

Skills

Patrolling areas and identifying violations

Reacting to criminal situations

Assessing situations for safety

Maintaining physical fitness

Providing customer service

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Job description

Position Summary:

This is a part‑time sworn officer position with the City’s Municipal Court. This position provides security to the court in different areas, including the court. Courtroom and lobby; incumbent may execute warrants as assigned by the Municipal Court Judge. Work schedule may vary and be assigned as needed by the C

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Protects the Court by providing security for its officers and all associated with its proceedings.
• Maintains decorum of the courtroom; collects and retains unauthorized weapons from persons entering the courtroom; maintains order of the court lobby.
• Assists with court proceedings by announcing the entrance of the Judge; assembling and segregating witnesses and jurors from all other citizens during trials; answers and explains court procedures to defendants and citizens as needed.
• Provides collection and warrant resolution support by contacting defendants by telephone; sending warrant letters and/or postcards; executing warrants.
• Provides administrative support by verifying correction of various vehicle violations; provide any monthly/quarterly reporting as needed.
• Maintains the courtroom and jury assembly room by arranging seating; maintains courtroom equipment; ensures the orderliness of the courtroom appearance.
• Other duties include assisting court staff with data entry, confirming addresses and phone numbers for warranted cases (skip tracing).
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other essential duties as assigned.
• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Subject to 24‑hour recall: The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime including during emergency situations (defined as any natural or man‑made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel or citizens). In the event of an emergency and/or a required evacuation, the incumbent may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential duties for the benefit of the general public including services or duties different from those performed in the normal course and scope of the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Patrolling areas and identifying violations and security issues.
• Reacting to criminal situations using critical judgement and initiating lawful responses.
• Assessing situations and determining best alternative to provide safety and security.
• Maintaining physical fitness and mental alertness.
• Operating applicable communications and law enforcement equipment.
• Providing customer service in support of public safety.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (Certification/Licensure):

• High School Diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Basic Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation, polygraph, physical, psychological, and drug screening.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, running, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, travel and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment.

The City of Stafford is an Equal Opportunity Employer