Bailiff - Juvenile Circuit Court

Bailiff - Juvenile Circuit Court (Security)

Department:
Eight Division Circuit Court
Position Control Number:
FLSA Status:
Personal Staff not subject to FLSA
Safety Sensitive Designation:
This position is designated as safety-sensitive.
Random Drug/Alcohol Test:
Yes
Opening Date:
March 2, 2026
Closing Date:
March 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time.

Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Maintains safety, security, and order in the courtroom, assists with security in other areas of the court building when needed, assists with administrative functions, and facilitates the administration of justice via the Judges orders.

Attention: certain duties are particular to case type and court and may not be performed by all employees.

Inspects the offices and courtroom each morning prior to the opening of the Court for any potential safety or security concerns; ensure that the courtrooms public entry doors are locked and secure each afternoon. Ensures the courtroom is prepped and in proper order prior to each hearing or trial; makes sure water pitchers are filled, table surfaces are clean and clear of debris, and microphones and courtroom equipment are positioned and in working order.

Prepares and maintains courthouse security incident reports. Assists the public and attorneys by answering questions with regard to time, date, and subject matter of particular cases, to make sure witnesses and litigants appear in the proper court. Serves court orders, notices, warrants, and subpoenas on parties and witnesses as needed. Confirms disposition and dismissal for failure to appear orders in domestic matters;

confirms with the Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE) and law enforcement agencies the recall of pickup orders, warrants, and other case dismissals which appear in databases, as directed by the Judge. Prepares transport orders for detainees in Criminal, Contempt, Non-Support, and OCSE cases to be brought before the Court and returned to the detention facility; verifies the orders have been received through fax by the Liaison Office of the Pulaski County Detention Facility.

Escorts prisoners or detainees to and from Courthouse lockup, State Hospital holding area or probation office in a safe and secure manner; supervise detainees while they are in the courtroom and until they are returned to the custody of Sheriffs personnel. Escorts parties, witnesses, etc. to and from the lobby area to the courtroom for hearings. Prepares orders upon the direction of the Judge;

obtains Judges signature and serves to individuals involved in court cases. Advises courtroom attendees of courtroom rules and behavior (no cell phones, talking, etc.) and monitors their behavior and activities to ensure compliance with those rules. Exercises professional judgment to determine when courtroom behavior detracts from the dignity of courtroom proceedings; acts to correct behavior as needed. Monitors litigant, witness, and public interactions during courtroom proceedings and outside of the courtroom to maintain order.

Makes arrests, administers drug tests, and conducts physical searches where warranted. Attends security officers meetings and…