Part-Time Court Bailiff

City of Missouri City•Missouri City, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time sworn officer position with the City’s Municipal Court. This is not a civil service position with the Police Department. This position provides security to the court in different areas, including the courtroom and lobby; incumbent may execute warrants as assigned by the Director of Court Services. Work schedule may vary and assigned as needed by the Court. This position reports to the Director of Court Services.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
A minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a police officer
Must hold a valid TCOLE Peace Officer Certificate
Must pass the bi-annual firearms qualification

Nice To Haves

Municipal court bailiff and/or warrant officer experience

Responsibilities

Protects the Court by providing security for its officers and all associated with its proceedings
Maintains decorum of the courtroom
Collects and retains unauthorized weapons from persons entering the courtroom
Maintains order of the court lobby
Assists with court proceedings by announcing the entrance of the Judge
Assembles and segregates witnesses and jurors from all other citizens during trials
Answers and explains court procedures to defendants and citizens as needed
Provides collection and warrant resolution support by contacting defendants by telephone, sending warrant letters and/or postcards, and executing warrants
Provides administrative support by verifying correction of various vehicle violations and providing any monthly/quarterly reporting as needed
Maintains the courtroom and jury assembly room by arranging seating, maintaining courtroom equipment, and ensuring the orderliness of the courtroom appearance
Assists court staff with data entry
Confirms addresses and phone numbers for warranted cases (skip tracing)
Performs all other duties as assigned by the Deputy Court Administrator and the Director of Court Services
Subject to 24-hour recall