Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Maintain order in courts of law.
Bailiffs
Average
$33,000
ANNUAL
Entry Level
$25,000
ANNUAL
Mid Level
$35,000
ANNUAL
Expert Level
$45,000
ANNUAL
Bailiffs
590
Projected job openings through 2028
Bailiffs
Degree Recommendations
Bailiffs
01
Screen persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband.
02
Provide security by patrolling interior and exterior of courthouse and escorting judges and other court employees.
03
Enforce courtroom rules of behavior and warn persons not to smoke or disturb court procedure.
04
Maintain order in courtroom during trial and guard jury from outside contact.
05
Check courtroom for security and cleanliness and assure availability of sundry supplies, such as notepads, for use by judge, jurors, and attorneys.
06
Screen, control, and handle evidence and exhibits during court proceedings.
07
Report need for police or medical assistance to sheriff's office.
08
Escort prisoners to and from courthouse and maintain custody of prisoners during court proceedings.
09
Provide jury escort to restaurant and other areas outside of courtroom to prevent jury contact with public.
10
Guard lodging of sequestered jury.
11
Maintain court docket.
Bailiffs
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
KNOWLEDGE
Law and Government
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Judgment and Decision Making
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Selective Attention
ABILITY
Speech Recognition
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