Clerk of Courts - Bailiff

Shawano County • Shawano, WI

71d • Onsite

About The Position

The Civilian Jury Bailiff provides for the care of jurors and other Court officials of Vilas County. This position is selected by the Clerk of Court, in consultation with the Presiding Circuit Court Judge, and serves at the discretion of these supervisors. This is a temporary non-benefited position which requires a great deal of flexibility regarding the work schedule due to last minute cancellation of jury trials. Short notification to report to work and occasional work beyond the normal closing time of 4:00 PM can be expected. Additionally, jury trials can vary in length from one to five days or longer. This position will be used as an on-call position only, with no guaranteed hours or schedule. A jury bailiff serves an as important link between the court, the jurors and the public. While court is in session, the bailiff will assist the judge and jurors and assure compliance within strict guidelines and procedures of the court. This position involves a great deal of public interaction. As a liaison between the courts and the public, a jury bailiff should properly reflect the duties and office of the court as to maintain the respect and dignity of the judicial branch of government. A jury bailiff serves an as important link between the court, the jurors and the public. While court is in session, the bailiff will assist the judge and jurors and assure compliance within strict guidelines and procedures of the court.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Previous courtroom or law enforcement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attends to the needs of jurors, escorts jurors to and from the courtroom and sequesters them as necessary.
• Communicates with and assists judges, clerk of court, deputy court clerks, and sworn court security officers from the Sheriff's Department (if present).
• Maintains an orderly and secure courtroom in conjunction with sworn court security officers (if present).
• Supervises and directs jurors on lunch and other breaks, as allowed.
• Maintains a clean, orderly and well-supplied jury room.
• Guards the jury room door during deliberations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED