BAILIFF II

* This recruitment is limited to current retired employees who have a valid NV P.O.S.T. Category II or Category I certification only.*

The Clark County Justice Court - Las Vegas is seeking qualified candidates for the Bailiff II (Critical Labor Shortage). The Bailiff II serves as a vital member of the Las Vegas Justice Court team, responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and orderly conduct of courtroom proceedings. Working under general supervision, the Bailiff maintains courtroom decorum, provides security support, responds to emergencies, transports detainees, and assists officers as needed.

The role also acts as a key liaison between judges, attorneys, staff, and the public. Due to ongoing staffing shortages, the Court is actively recruiting qualified individuals to ensure uninterrupted courtroom operations, maintain public safety, and support the timely administration of justice. Success in this position requires strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced and dynamic courtroom environment.

• Retirees will be hired in a full time Bailiff II classification.
• Assignment length:
  Critical Labor designation will expire May 5, 2028.
• Must successfully complete any required re-hire training within the timeframe determined by the department.

Please note:

The salary, term of employment, and other benefits related to those employees hired under a critical labor shortage are subject to finalization between Clark County and Las Vegas Justice Court.

A valid copy of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Category II or higher certification is required at time of application. Applications submitted without valid P.O.S.T. Category II or higher certification will be considered as an incomplete application.

Equivalent to graduation from high school AND two (2) years of full-time experience as a Bailiff or Marshal in a court or similar setting, or as a sworn law enforcement officer. Must possess a valid Nevada State P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) certification or be accepted into an accredited P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) law enforcement academy at time of application.

Must be capable of passing P.O.S.T. pre-agility Fitness Standards as defined by N.A.C. 289.300 1. (b)(1). Additional experience in dealing with the public is desirable.

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application.

Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Wear a uniform as specified. Carry a firearm, chemical agent and meet and maintain applicable certifications.

Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License. Must possess a valid Nevada P.O.S.T Category II (or higher) certification or be accepted into an accredited P.O.S.T. Category II (or higher) law enforcement academy at time of application. Must be capable of passing P.O.S.T. pre-agility Fitness Standards as defined by N.A.C. 289.300 1. (b)(1). Weapons qualification is required for duty weapon.

Failure to satisfactorily complete required training shall be proper cause for termination.

In addition, appointed District Court and Las Vegas Justice Court judicial bailiffs must complete a valid Nevada P.O.S.T. Category I training program within eighteen (18) months from the date of appointment. Applicants with…