Bailiff I/Ii

Clark County • Clark County - Henderson, NV

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clark County Justice Court – Henderson is hiring a Bailiff I/II to help ensure the safety, security, and orderly conduct of courtroom proceedings. Under general supervision, the Bailiff maintains courtroom decorum, provides security support, responds to emergencies, transports detainees, and assists officers as needed. The position serves as a liaison among judges, attorneys, courtroom staff, and the public. Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced courtroom environment are important.

Bailiff I is a training underfill position. After successfully completing the training program, the employee will be promoted non-competitively to Bailiff II. The position is confidential and excluded from union membership. The listed hourly pay ranges are $31.20–$46.05 for Bailiff I and $33.65–$49.74 for Bailiff II.

Candidates must hold a valid Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II or higher certification, or be accepted into an accredited P.O.S.T. Category II or higher law enforcement academy at the time of application. Candidates must be capable of passing the specified P.O.S.T. pre-agility fitness standards. The position requires wearing a uniform, carrying a firearm and chemical agent, and maintaining applicable certifications and weapons qualification. Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation, physical examination, and pre-employment drug testing. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Clark County does not provide H-1B sponsorships or transfers.

Requirements

• Bailiff I: Education equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Possess a valid Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II or higher certification, or be accepted into an accredited P.O.S.T. Category II or higher law enforcement academy, at the time of application.
• Be capable of passing P.O.S.T. pre-agility Fitness Standards as defined by N.A.C. 289.300 1. (b)(1).
• Bailiff II: In addition to the requirements above, have two years of full-time experience as a Bailiff or Marshal in a court or similar setting, or as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Wear a uniform, carry a firearm and chemical agent, and meet and maintain applicable certifications.
• Pass weapons qualification for the duty weapon.
• Applicants with out-of-state P.O.S.T. certification must provide documentation at application showing that the certification meets Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II standards.
• Appointed District Court and Las Vegas Justice Court judicial bailiffs must complete a valid Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I training program within 18 months of appointment.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Successfully complete the required background investigation, physical examination, and pre-employment drug examination.
• Be able to perform the stated physical demands, including lifting materials up to 50 pounds and effectively subduing or removing people in difficult or emergency situations, with accommodations potentially available for qualified individuals.

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience dealing with the public is desirable.
• Possession of a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License may be required for specified positions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor scanning equipment and book prisoners at the bailiff station, security gate, or in court as directed.
• Maintain procedures to protect the judge, court property, court personnel, attorneys, visitors, and jury.
• Call court to order and maintain courtroom decorum while court is in session.
• Ensure potential witnesses are separated from jurors before and during trial.
• Take emergency action and notify emergency personnel as warranted; provide basic first aid or CPR if required.
• Transport detainees and assist transportation officers in moving detainees to and from courtrooms, holding cells, and vehicles.
• Act as a liaison between the judge, attorneys, courtroom staff, and the public to support orderly court business.
• Open and lock secured areas and facilities, and set up the courtroom for operation.
• Contribute to unit service and effectiveness by offering suggestions and participating as an active work-team member.
• Execute warrants of arrest as assigned by the court.
• Perform general office support, deliver or pick up documents and other materials, and assist the judge as instructed.
• Operate courtroom video recording equipment as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED