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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, and 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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