Bailiff
About The Position
The Unified Judicial System (UJS) is dedicated to providing a fair, impartial, and accessible court system that upholds the rule of law and earns the public’s trust and confidence. Its vision is justice for all, and employees help deliver service to everyone who comes before the court while supporting community safety and victims’ rights and treating people with dignity and respect. The Bailiff is a temporary, non-benefited, on-call position. The role helps ensure that jurors are supervised and their needs are addressed while preventing unauthorized communication with them during trial. The Bailiff prepares the courtroom for jury trials and maintains order during proceedings. Occasional travel to the Lincoln County Courthouse may be required based on operational needs; a state vehicle will be provided.
Requirements
- No formal education or experience is required.
- Successfully complete a criminal background investigation.
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system and courtroom procedures and decorum.
- Ability to communicate effectively, understand oral and written instructions, and remember court dates and schedules.
- Verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete Form I-9; employment eligibility verification will be conducted through E-Verify.
Responsibilities
- Arrange the courtroom for jury trials and possibly magistrate court, ensuring courtroom security, an adequate setting, functional equipment, decorum, and safety.
- Attend to jurors’ needs and ensure proper procedures and processes are followed before and during trial.
- Carry out directives issued by the judge during court proceedings.
- Perform other work as assigned.
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