Bailiff

Incumbents in this classification perform duties preparing for court proceedings and perform duties in the courtroom at the direction of the Judge.

Accepting applications for anticipation of future vacancies.

• Prepares the courtroom for the day's cases.
• Assures all parties involved in the proceedings are present.
• Maintains order in the courtroom at all times during the sessions of the court.
• Maintains integrity of the court process and insures that no outside person makes any communication while in deliberation.
• Escorts jurors and witnesses to and from the courtroom.
• Tends to all the needs of the jury, answers all non-legal questions, and provides all possible assistance.
• Contacts by telephone all those required in the court session, such as attorneys and witnesses.
• Calls jurors by telephone to appear for jury duty at the next day's session.
• May perform general clerical activities.
   

A high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D certificate and one year of work experience, preferably involving court activities and/or procedures.  OR  any equivalent amount of experience, training, and/or education approved by Human Resources.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: 
Must have a valid Arizona Driver's License at time of appointment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: 
Typically performs duties in an office environment and may lift materials and/or equipment 20 lbs or less.