Administration - Bailiff

Position: ADMINISTRATION - BAILIFF

Posted Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 7:00 AM

About La Crosse County : At La Crosse County, we are committed to creating a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community. Guided by our Strategic Plan, we focus on economic growth, environmental stewardship, affordable housing, and robust public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents.

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) : A top-rated pension program.
• Affordable Insurance Premiums :
  Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off :
  Vacation, sick, and 10+ paid holidays annually.
• Work-Life Balance :
  Flexible schedules and wellness programs.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) : At La Crosse County, we believe that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued.

Overview

FLSA:
Non-Exempt. This is a part-time position in the County Courts to assist in the orderly and efficient operation of court business. The Bailiff is selected by a Circuit Court Judge to work in their courtroom.

Essential Leadership Functions Act with Integrity and Build Trust

• Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions
• Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints
• Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives

Drive for Results

• Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes
• Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results
• Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring

Develop Talent and Effective Teams

• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth
• Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential
• Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team

Lead with Vision and Strategy

• Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals
• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives
• Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully

Lead with Paradoxical, Critical, and Agile Thinking

• Navigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectives
• Adapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environment
• Make critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from others

Build and Maintain Effective Relationships

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization
• Influence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinking
• Develop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholders

Cultivate Community Engagement and Provide Excellent Service

• Understand and address the needs and concerns of the community
• Drive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organization
• Show self-awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situations
• Seek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacks
• Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others

Essential Job Functions

Assists in the legal and efficient performance of the following:
1) opening and adjourning the courts,
2) maintaining order during court sessions,
3) security and care of juries; and
4) carrying out Judge's miscellaneous directives pertaining to efficient court operations.

Assists witnesses, litigants and the public by answering questions about court procedures, but does not attempt to give legal advice or discuss the relative merits of any case pending before the court. Maintains a neutral attitude toward all parties.

Observes whether minor children are in the courtroom and guards against the possibility of them hearing obscene testimony.

Assures that all parties and counsel are in the court and ready to proceed, and then informs the judge. Maintains order, and prevents unnecessary noise or disturbance in and about the courtroom.

Attends to witnesses who are sequestered by order of the court, summons them to the court as required and directed by the Judge. Excludes witnesses from the courtroom if directed by the court.

Reserves seating in the courtroom to accommodate the jury panel and keep the jurors together.

When the Court Clerk calls the jurors forward to take their seats in the jury box, the Bailiff shall be positioned at the gate separating the spectator areas from the trial area so that the Bailiff may be of assistance to the prospective jurors by directing them to the proper seats. Requests that jurors leave bulky items, books and magazines in a designated area while they are in the jury box.

Opens the gate for the juror to leave the fore-court and allows the new juror to enter, when a prospective juror is excused from the panel.

Directs jurors to the courtroom and jury room and instructs them not to enter or leave through the courtroom at any time during the duration of the trial.

Bailiffs are sworn to keep the jurors together until the next meeting of the court, to permit no person so…