Benton District Court Bailiff

Saline County • Benton, AR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

A Circuit/District Court Bailiff is an individual certified in the State of Arkansas as a Law Enforcement Officer, assigned to provide security or security-related services for appellate, circuit, or district courts. This role involves maintaining order, ensuring security, and assisting court personnel and the public within the courthouse environment. The position is designated as safety/security sensitive and requires adherence to drug and alcohol screening policies.

Requirements

• Certified as a law enforcement officer by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Arkansas.
• Provide documents that establish identity and employment eligibility.
• Maintain law enforcement certification during the term of service.
• Complete any additional training programs for court security officers approved by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training.
• Meet the standards required for a Law Enforcement Officer in the state of Arkansas.
• Able to use and carry a handgun and other weapons competently.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of law enforcement.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of the principles of self-defense.
• Ability to develop and maintain an effective professional work relationship.
• Ability to apply safety and security precautions and restrain clients when necessary.
• Ability to make judgments with minimal or no consultation.
• High school or GED, plus specialized schooling and/or on the job education in a specific skill area (e.g., law enforcement).
• 2 years related experience and/or training.
• 12 to 18 months related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Law Enforcement Certification is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be present in respective courts when court is in session as required by Arkansas Law.
• Supervise and maintain order in respective courtrooms or courthouse.
• Inspect courtrooms for security and cleanliness before court sessions, ensuring adequate light, heat, and ventilation.
• Call the court to order and announce the entry of the Judge.
• Call defendants and witnesses to the stand and swear them in before they testify.
• Warn persons disturbing court procedures and physically remove unruly persons from courtrooms and the courthouse.
• Provide security for individuals involved in court proceedings, including attorneys, parties, witnesses, court staff, and others.
• Provide security for juries throughout court trials, preventing them from talking about a trial with the public.
• Escort juries between courtrooms and jury rooms and stand guard outside jury rooms.
• Attend to jurors' needs, relaying requests or questions to judges and maintaining contact with the Circuit Clerk's Office.
• Assist and back up Court Security Officers providing security for the Courthouse, Complex Building/Tax Collectors Office, Division 4/Public Defender's office, Bryant District Court, and Benton District Court.
• Assist and back up Court Security Officers by working entry door metal detectors and scanning visitors for weapons and contraband.
• Follow policy and Arkansas Law with respect to seizing items and charging individuals.
• Assist and back up Court Security Officers when responding to duress alarms, maintaining radio communication with other officers.
• Complete detailed reports of all incidents involving alarms.
• Be a Certified Law Enforcement Officer by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training.
• Qualify with and carry the agency-issued handgun.
• Complete 24 hours of training each year, including racial profiling, duty to intervene, and other necessary training.
• Perform court-related errands or tasks as required by assigned circuit judges.
• Summon attorneys to the judge's chambers and deliver court files and law books upon request.
• Maintain control and security of all inmates present in the courthouse.
• Conduct courthouse security assessments with recommendations for improvements.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for courthouse personnel in the event of emergencies.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Group health, dental and life insurance paid by the County for employee's coverage (provided employee obtains a wellness check within designated time frame).
• County contributes 15.32% per pay period of the employee’s gross towards the employee’s retirement through the Arkansas Public Employees’ Retirement System.
• Bilingual pay is available once proficiency has been established.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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