Deputy Bailiff II (Court Security Officer)

City of Fairfield•Fairfield, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Bailiff II assists the Bailiff in maintaining security and safe operation of the court building. Duties include operating metal detectors, serving civil and criminal subpoenas, handling and transporting prisoners, immobilizing vehicles, and supporting courtroom operations. The role reports to the Bailiff and the Court Administrator and is scheduled Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:00 AM to 4:15 PM. The position involves working in an office, courtroom, jail or holding facility, and outdoors. The employee may face potential personal danger and must be able to perform tasks requiring extended sitting or standing, effective communication and vision, safe use of a firearm and security equipment, and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee serves at the pleasure of the Judge; the position may be terminated or modified without cause at the Judge’s or designee’s discretion. The selected applicant will undergo a background investigation and drug screen and may be subject to random drug testing during employment. The City states that it provides no additional health care or vacation/sick pay benefits to part-time employees.

Requirements

At least five years of demonstrated experience in security, law enforcement, probation, or a related field, including firearms.
Valid Ohio driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability under the City of Fairfield’s vehicle insurance policy.
Successfully complete OPOTA firearm qualification upon hire or provide current certification.
Proficiency in approved security procedures and in the use and care of firearms, restraints, and other security equipment.
Basic computer competence, including use of Microsoft Office Suite.
Possess and maintain CPR/First Aid/AED, Taser, Unarmed Self-Defense, and Verbal De-escalation certifications, registrations, or licenses.
Ability to cultivate and maintain working relationships with local law enforcement, including the Fairfield Police Department and Butler County Sheriff’s Office.
Working knowledge of the Ohio court system and Ohio law.
Reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and trustworthiness.
Ability to deal with unruly personalities on a daily basis.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods and to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 50 pounds for varying distances.
Sufficient speech, hearing, vision, and manual dexterity to communicate, review and prepare written materials on a computer, safely and effectively use a firearm, direct people, and operate required equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Assist the Bailiff in ensuring the safety of the Judge, staff, public, and prisoners within the court facility.
Maintain compliance with Ohio Court Security Standards.
Help maintain order and decorum inside and outside the courtroom.
Record the daily docket and safeguard the record; provide audio copies of requested hearings.
Administer oaths to witnesses and jurors.
Safeguard evidence and exhibits as directed.
Support courtroom operations so the daily docket is completed safely and on time, including scheduling video arraignments and obtaining signatures on paperwork.
Assist with the Vehicle Immobilization Program.
Assist with the court’s compliance with Ohio L.E.A.D.S.
Make the daily bank deposit and mail drop.
Assist with servicing and maintaining security equipment, including court vehicles.
Operate metal detectors and monitor the lobby and hallways; search persons and packages for contraband.
Serve civil and criminal subpoenas on time and process related paperwork and eviction set-outs.
Read and interpret Ohio driving records and abstracts.
Maintain firearm proficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned.