BAILIFF

The GEO Group • Pearsall, TX

3d

About The Position

The Bailiff maintains control and order during court proceedings and escorts detainees. The role supports courtroom security by monitoring activity, enforcing behavior rules, identifying safety hazards, and arranging additional security or medical assistance when needed. The Bailiff also checks the courtroom for security, cleanliness, and contraband, and announces the entrance of administrative staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Three years of experience in a Detention Officer capacity, with above-average performance demonstrated through performance evaluations.
• Possess applicable state requisites for employment.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to handle the physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
• Ability to regularly report to work on time.
• Ability to remain physically alert on any assigned shift.
• Ability to work up to 16 hours within a rolling 24-hour period.
• Maturity, flexibility, ability to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff, and a high tolerance for mental stress.
• Ability to work with computers and the software typically used by the department.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services, or a related field.
• Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity.
• Work experience in a correctional setting.
• Valid state driver's license, if required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order in the courtroom during detainee hearings.
• Control courtroom activities by monitoring the entrance and exit of people and authorizing individuals to enter or exit.
• Escort detainees to prevent contact with others.
• Enforce courtroom rules of behavior and warn people about disruptive behavior.
• Report the need for additional security or medical assistance.
• Monitor order and court procedures in the courtroom.
• Recognize public safety hazards.
• Apply appropriate physical restraints as necessary.
• Check the courtroom for security and cleanliness and ensure contraband is not present.
• Announce the entrance of administrative staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

What This Job Offers

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