Bailiff

The City of Tomball is accepting applications for a Part-time Bailiff. This position will be responsible for ensuring safety and maintaining order within the courtroom during municipal court sessions. Apart from providing courtroom security this role extends to various tasks like prisoner transportation conducting background investigations for police applicants assisting court clerks and handling certain administrative duties related to court documentation. Serves as a liaison between the court and the Police Department filling in for the Patrol Division when required.

Reports To Lieutenant

Positions Supervised NONE

Education and Experience An equivalent combination of education training and experience will be considered.

Education HSGED

Experience Minimum of 2 years previous relevant work experience is required.

Certifications Court Security Certification.

Licensing Peace Officer License Drivers License.

Bailiff functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Courtroom Security: Provide a consistent police presence during court sessions to maintain safety and order. Handle and defuse any disruptions or disturbances that may occur during court proceedings.
• Document Management: Ensure all courtroom paperwork especially those requiring signatures are completed accurately and promptly. Sign all affidavits and other court-related documents as needed.
• Prisoner Transport: Safely transport prisoners from the departments facility to the designated County Jail.
• Backup for Patrol Division: Provide support and fill in for the Patrol Division as and when necessary.
• Background Investigations: Conduct thorough background checks and investigations for prospective Police Department applicants.
• Court Clerical Assistance: Assist court clerks in updating and maintaining accurate records including updating addresses and phone numbers of defendants.
• City Banking Duties: Handle city bank deposits ensuring funds are deposited securely and promptly.
• Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.

Success Framework. The following list of knowledge skills and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.

• Familiarity with law enforcement protocols and practices especially within a courtroom setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals from defendants to court officials.
• Must pay meticulous attention to details especially when handling paperwork and conducting background checks.
• Capability to handle potentially physically demanding situations such as disturbances in the courtroom or prisoner transportation.
• Ability to make quick and appropriate decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Aptitude for working closely with other police officers court clerks and city officials.
• Adherence to moral and ethical principles especially given the sensitive nature of the role.

Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Basic equipment issued to police officers hand gun handcuffs taser baton oc spray Body worn cameras metal detector computer programs.

Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• The work is typically performed indoors in an office or court setting.
• Work may involve potentially life threatening exposure to extreme temperatures humidity noise chemical/gases contagious diseases airborne particles/pathogens and/or physical trauma.
• May regularly be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures humidity noise chemicals/gases contagious diseases airborne particles/pathogens and/or physical trauma.

* Physical Abilities. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Work requires the ability to sit stand walk for extended periods of time.
• Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist hand and/or fine motor movement.
• Work requires the ability to talk hear listen and comprehend.
• Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.
• Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more visual acuity of 20 inches or less three dimensional vision precise hand/eye coordination the ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must be able to lift more than 60

SALARY:

• Hiring Range: $29.70 - $31.19
• Salary Range: $29.70- $44.55
• Not to exceed 1000 hours in a calendar year

**Starting salary is dependent on experience and qualifications**

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement - The City of Tomball does not discriminate on the basis of Race Color National Origin Sex Religion Age or Disability in employment or the provision of services.

*The City of Tomball offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability you may request accommodation at any time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and employees may be required to comply with the changes.