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Bailiffs

  • Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

Tasks

What tasks do Bailiffs perform?

  • Screen persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband.

  • Escort prisoners to and from courthouse and maintain custody of prisoners during court proceedings.

  • Maintain order in courtroom during trial and guard jury from outside contact.

  • Provide security by patrolling interior and exterior of courthouse and escorting judges and other court employees.


Knowledge

What do Bailiffs need to know?

  • Public Safety and Security

    Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

  • Law and Government

    Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

  • English Language

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.


Skills

What skills do Bailiffs need?

  • Social Perceptiveness

    Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

  • Monitoring

    Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.



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