Bailiff Court Security

Alachua County Sheriff's Office•Criminal Courthouse, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Highly responsible position requiring a certified Bailiff to be responsible for maintaining security and decorum in the various courts of the judicial system and handle the needs of the jurors assigned to the various court functions. Responds to emergencies within the courthouse and assists with emergency evacuations of the building. Responsible for operation of security posts at the main and employee entrances and for monitoring the security equipment located in the control room. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Court Security Sergeant. Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, appropriate employee performance appraisals, and oral/written reports.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED Required
Meet or exceed all applicable standards required by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (FCJSTC)
Successfully complete all ACSO Field Training requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be a citizen of the United States
Sit/stand for extended periods of time
See/hear at normal range
Speak, read, write, and understand English fluently
Ambulate independently
Lift/carry 150 pounds
Push/pull moderate to heavy loads
Bend and squat
Manual dexterity
Pass ACSO’s standard Physical Agility test as required
Pass ACSO’s Firearms and Defensive Tactics courses as required
Pass all other courses/training as mandated by ACSO and/or FCJSTC
Skilled in the use and care of firearms and other required law enforcement equipment
Ability to maintain the physical condition needed to affect arrests, subdue resisting individuals, chase fleeing suspect, lift and carry both equipment and injured persons, force entry into buildings, climb flight of stairs, walk, stand, or sit for long periods of time, endure exposure to extreme weather, and perform lifesaving procedures such as Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support
Ability to maintain the mental alertness needed to observe activities and implement appropriate action
Ability to act effectively without direct supervision
Ability to act effectively in extremely divergent inter-personal settings
Ability to analyze problems quickly and take appropriate action under stress
Ability to apply modern law enforcement principles and procedures to solve practical problems; to handle sensitive and hostile public contacts
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to comprehend and follow orders
Ability to obtain relevant and accurate information through interview, interrogation, and observation
Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, and tactfully and with respect for the rights of others
Ability to remember names, faces, and details of incidents and physical surroundings

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree or better Preferred
Preferred Major(s): Law Enforcement or other related field
Prior law enforcement experience desired

Responsibilities

Abide by the "Law Enforcement Code of Ethics"
Bailiffs shall only exercise their authority as a law enforcement official to perform arrests while at the courthouse, investigate complaints which are assigned or brought to their attention, and report or take law enforcement action in those cases under the jurisdiction of ACSO limited to the courthouse locations; in all other instances, an on-duty Deputy Sheriff will be dispatched to investigate calls for service
Provide security for judges, attorneys, witnesses, jurors, prisoners in custody, defendants, and the general public
Open court, including Circuit Court, County Court, Juvenile Court, and other judicial proceedings that require a bailiff
Ensure the efficient day-to-day operations of the courtroom and other judicial functions
Handle the jury including, but not limited to, checking to determine if all are present, catering to the needs of the jury, ensuring the seclusion of the jury, and obtaining meals and lodging when necessary
Call witnesses in court
Respond to emergencies or occurrences of a serious or unusual nature which arise within the courthouse and ensure the immediate response to alarms within the courthouse
Take immediate police action or other action deemed necessary to resolve conflicts of a potentially violent nature and resolve any disturbance which might arise in the courthouse
Conduct inquiries on suspicious persons and possible courthouse security problems
Perform miscellaneous duties assigned by the judge
Assist with service of civil process as required
Perform additional duties as required by the Sheriff or through necessity of situation
Apprehend and/or arrest people suspected of committing criminal violations or for whom a warrant has been issued in the courthouse
Assist with the emergency evacuation of the courthouse and initial emergency inspection of the building during emergencies, such as a bomb threat
Notify appropriate authorities and provide emergency assistance in disaster or other emergency situations
Maintain an alert, business-like manner and military bearing upon the street or within the courthouse
Observe all persons who arouse suspicion and investigate any person whose appearance, conduct, or presence seems suspicious
Write all reports as directed in departmental procedures
This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job functions or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to, or inherent in the position.