Bailiff – Douglas County, GA

Salary: $117.8232 Per Diem, No Benefits

SUMMARY: This is work performed to provide security of the courts to include judges, witnesses, jurors, prisoners, and the general public. This classification has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining security in and around holding cells by checking facilities and taking head counts of inmates
• Maintaining the security of the courtroom and related areas
• Inspecting the courtroom for any concealed weapons
• Maintaining order and appropriate behavior in the courtroom
• Providing information, parking passes, etc., to jurors
• Providing security and proper placement for court files
• Following instructions of presiding judge
• Maintaining contact with the general public, court officials, and other county officials in the performance of assigned activities
• Performing other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or General Educational Development Certificate (GED)

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have no felony convictions within the past 10 years

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License (Class C) and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of or ability to learn county and department operations, ordinances, policies, procedures, terminology, codes, radio signals, and/or materials as they relate to assignment
• Knowledge of or ability to learn applicable federal and state, laws, rules, and regulations as they relate to assignment
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and grammar
• Knowledge of court systems, rules, practices, and procedures; legal terminology, documents, regulations, and state laws related to assigned court
• Knowledge of the Douglas County court system
• Knowledge of law enforcement and criminal investigation procedures, practices and operations
• Knowledge of legal processes and terminology if required by assignment
• Knowledge of the nature and risks of public safety
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary for the safe operation, of all department equipment, tools, machinery, and vehicles as required by assignment
• Knowledge of modern court/office practices, methods, and equipment
• Knowledge of modern law enforcement and corrections principles, practices, procedures, techniques, and equipment
• Knowledge of specialized software, machinery, materials, terminology, and/or forms essential to the assignment
• Skill in creating, maintaining, and organizing accurate, detailed, and complete in accordance with standard record-keeping procedures
• Skill in effective inter-personal and public relations; excellent oral and written communication skills to satisfactorily resolve conflicts and issues, and to explain established policies and procedures to employees and the general public
• Skill in exercising discretion in determining data classification and in referencing such analysis, to establish standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships
• Skill in exercising tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential issues and situations
• Skill in handling and operating all assigned equipment, tools, and/or vehicles in a safe and proficient manner
• Skill in managing confrontational situations and stress and emotional issues related to clientele in a professional manner
• Skill in performing tasks which require attention to detail, and completing assigned jobs efficiently and correctly
• Skill in the operation of electronic restraining devices
• Skill in typing and entering data into a computer system accurately and efficiently
• Ability to apply common sense to understand, follow, and complete verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate and interact clearly and effectively with all those contacted in the course of work in a professional and courteous manner, both orally and in writing; establishing and maintaining effective, professional, and cordial working relationships
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and respect in client interactions, with disabled individuals and others needing special assistance; ability to deal effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to effectively brief supervisors
• Ability to follow established safety rules and departmental policies and procedures
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and to exercise discretion in performing assigned job duties; inability to maintain confidentiality will be grounds for dismissal
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions within policy guidelines by exercising good judgment and intelligent situation-assessment
• Ability to provide leadership, instruction, and direction
• Ability to read and comprehend a variety of documents, memos, instructions, correspondence, policies, et cetera
• Ability to react quickly and calmly under pressure and highly stressful conditions
• Ability to remain composed, and professional in a stressful environment
• Ability to compile information to create clear and concise reports, records, correspondence, and other written material
• Ability to resolve routine and non-routine problems and complaints by applying or adapting established policies and procedures
• Ability and willingness to meet physical requirements and perform job duties
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Ability to work independently in the absence of specific instructions or direct supervision
• Ability to work under stress and during emergency situations

Employment Opportunities (Section 13-50)

“ The recruitment, selection, appointment and promotion of employees shall be in such a manner as to promote equal employment for all persons without regard to race, age, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, national origin, physical handicap or political affiliation or sexual preference.”