Bailiff

Bailiffs are responsible for maintaining peace, order and security in the courtroom by providing assistance to the judge and other courtroom officials and monitoring courtroom proceedings. The starting salary will be $26,686 annually.  

As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 10 paid holidays, defined benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance, short and long term disability.  A full listing of benefits is available under the benefit tab at the top of this page.  Applicants hired full time on or after January 17, 2018 will be participating in the revised retirement plan.  New employees will be required to contribute 4% of their salary to this plan.



 

• Maintain security by inspecting and securing the courtroom, surrounding hallways and doors, and the judge's chamber before and after court sessions.
• Maintain order by observing courtroom proceedings to prevent unnecessary disruptions and taking custody of individuals as instructed by the judge.
• Provide assistance to the jury panel by giving instructions, answering general questions, ensuring no contact occurs with unauthorized materials or persons, and escorting the jury to and from the deliberation room.
• Provide assistance to the judge and courtroom personnel by reviewing courtroom documents for completion, serving legal papers, and by filing, retrieving and faxing documents.
• Respond to medical emergencies as appropriate.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Equivalent to one year of education, training or experience in law enforcement, investigations or corrections or completion of an accredited law enforcement training program or any equivalent combination of education and experience.  Possession of a valid Driver's License.


WORKING CONDITIONS: Extensive walking and standing for long periods, sitting, working in a courtroom environment and exposure to verbal abuse and hostile individuals.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  Current CPR (Adult and Child) and AED certification is required within 90 days of employment.  Qualification with the use of a weapon may be required for some positions in this job class.