Bailiff I

Opens courtroom and ensures readiness for court proceedings, directs parties to proper area.
 
Provides schedule and procedural information to attorneys, jurors, and other.
 
Secures courtroom at the end of the day.
 
Provides security for the judge and staff.
 
Maintains a secure courtroom.
 
Maintains excellent public, staff and court relationships during course of business.
 
Assists court in obtaining and providing services relating to jury activities.
 
Checks and updates court dockets prior to scheduled docket dates.
 
Performs some administrative duties such as answering telephones, picking up items from suppliers, and other clerical duties.
 
May provide assistance to Judge by retrieving files, locating law books and related tasks.
 
Confirms active warrants and makes arrests.
 
Transports inmates from jail to court and return to jail after court appearance.
 
Follows the Code of Judicial Conduct.
 
May be interpreter in court.
 
Performs related work as assigned.Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED).
                     
Two (2) years of law enforcement related experience.
 
One (1) year of experience as a full time peace officer or investigator.
 
Certificates, Licenses and Registration:
 
Current Peace Officer Certification License.
 
TCOLE Basic Proficiency Certification.
 
TCOLE Court Security Officer Certification (required after one year).

Must meet all qualifications necessary to be deputized and authorized to perform law enforcement duties.
 
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.
 
Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier.Excellent communication skills.
 
Must be able to be deputized.
 
May be required to be trained in firearms and chemical spray.
 
Must meet mandatory firearms qualifications and physical training.
 
Knowledge of computers.