Bailiff: ON-CALL

Under the direct supervision of the Jail Administrator, the Bailiff supports the mission of the Nicollet County Sheriff’s Office by providing professional, courteous, and courageous law enforcement services that are vital to the protection of life, property, and preserving public peace. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly courtroom for hearings and trials performed. This position is responsible for conducting various inspections and performing various clerical duties. This position is also responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the courtrooms, assisting in-custody transports, developing policies and procedures, assisting court personnel, and participating in professional staff development.

This position is scheduled as on-call, and hours will vary.

• Conducts security inspections and controls access. Performs routine inspections of courtrooms, temporary holding areas, and related spaces to ensure security and identify contraband or safety risks. Secures courtrooms and adjacent areas before, during, and after court sessions. Provides security in hallways, chambers, and other courthouse areas as assigned. Ensures court facilities are secured when court is not in session
• Assists in-custody court operations and transports. Communicates with jail staff, attorneys, public defenders, and court administration regarding in-custody defendants. Notifies appropriate parties when individuals are remanded into custody or taken into custody due to warrants. 
• Maintains order in the courtroom. Ensures appropriate conduct of litigants, attorneys, court staff, and spectators in accordance with court directives, Minnesota statutes, and judicial orders.  Carries out lawful orders of the court. Screens members of the public for entry into courtrooms and enforces restrictions related to capacity, recording devices, and other court-ordered limitations. Verifies with court personnel which case needs to be called. Ensures all courtroom policies and procedures are followed by the general public
• Oversees the physical maintenance and readiness of the courtroom. Ensure that courtrooms are properly equipped and ready for daily operations. Obtains supplies requested by the judge and coordinates maintenance of courtroom furnishings, technology, lighting, climate control, and cleanliness. Inspects and monitors security and safety equipment, including alarms, fire extinguishers, and first-aid supplies. Ensures courtrooms have the necessary equipment and items for daily activities
• Performs court support and clerical functions. Logs attendance of parties and attorneys and provides directions to court locations. Posts daily public court calendars and assists with the retrieval and delivery of court files when it does not compromise courtroom security. Receives and forwards complaints and documents to court administration, notarizing when authorized. Assists defendants and members of the public with required forms and paperwork, as appropriate. Serves civil process, including orders, summons, and subpoenas, as assigned
• Provides courtroom and judicial security. Ensures the safety of judges, court staff, jurors, litigants, and the public. Calls court to order and maintains a secure courtroom environment. Escorts in-custody defendants to and from court as required. Monitors individuals entering the courtroom and alerts the judge and court staff to potential safety concerns. Calls witnesses, protects, and guards court exhibits, as directed. Delivers the verdict to the judge. Guards the jury through deliberation proceedings, arranges meals and lodging when necessary.  Uses restraints in the courtroom on dangerous prisoners, witnesses, or spectators when appropriate. Remains vigilant and prepared to respond to emergencies or unexpected situations within court facilities
• Provides credible testimony in court. Attends and testifies in criminal and civil court proceedings. Represents the interests of the county, state, and federal government. Makes verbal account for observations, actions, and findings while performing official duties

• Valid MN Driver’s License, and
• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate information both written and orally to all individuals
• Ability to demonstrate by personal example: initiative, integrity, ethics, and excellence in work performance
• Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, and policies
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to analyze and take effective courses of action in emergency situations
• Ability to maintain positive professionalism at all times
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with co-workers and representatives of other agencies
• Ability to analyze facts, exercise sound judgment, and coordinate efforts to resolve problems
• Ability to deal with all people including suspects/detainees on a fair and impartial basis and in strict confidentiality as required
• Ability to accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Knowledge of court procedures
• Knowledge of self-defense techniques
• Knowledge of computer hardware, technology, programs and software, and systems generally used in an office environment and specific to the department's operations
• Knowledge of local government organizations and county operations to facilitate work and interactions across functions
• Knowledge of the safety requirements and expectations applicable to the worksite
• Skilled in dealing with stressful situations

Salary : $51,355 - $73,528