What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy (Bailiff)/Court Division position at Alamance County Government?
The Alamance County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking applicants for a fulltime Deputy/Bailiff position in the Court Services Division. A bailiff is responsible for maintaining order in the courtroom; seating the jury in place when selected; assisting and escorting the grand jury and cooperating with other law enforcement and court personnel with the courtroom. A bailiff must possess excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the public in a professional and effective manner.
| Reasonable Accommodations Statement |
| To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. |
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Standard computer skills or possess the ability to learn.
• Obtain and maintains certifications applicable for the position.
• Reports to duty on time and has regular attendance.
• Exercises rational judgement.
• Transports prisoners, mental patients, and intoxicated persons to institutions for confinement or treatment
• Maintaining the ethics and integrity of the court
• Making sure proper court procedures are followed, including procedures to follow in the event of an emergency
• Maintains the confidence and trust of peers, superiors, and the public.
• Excellent communication skills and possess the ability to work well with others.
• Carries out any or all other duties as directed by the Sheriff or his designee.
• Possess the ability to adjust to a fast-paced environment.
• Uses discretion effectively to determine a proper course of action consistent with the department’s mission and values.
• Engage with and greet citizens in a professional manner.
- Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others and respond to a diverse community.
- Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
- Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
- Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace.
- Judgment – Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to interpreting policies and procedures. Use initiative and proper judgement when carrying out tasks and responsibilities.
- Multitasking -Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem Solving/Decision Making - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. Possess the ability to make decisions independently in accordance with established policies.
- Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with elected officials, co-workers and the public.
- Safety-Minded – Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities.
- Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Education & Experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Possess a valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Must be able to successfully pass the following: Oral Interview, Background Check, Polygraph Examination, Psychological Evaluation and Drug Screening.
• Currently certified as a North Carolina Law Enforcement Officer (passed NC Basic Law Enforcement Training)
Computer Skills: Basic Knowledge in MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Experience)
Work Schedule: This is an FLSA non-exempt, sworn law enforcement officer position. Work is generally completed on a regularly scheduled basis; the normal workweek is based on a schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, forty (40) hours per week.
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N (Not Applicable) | Activity is not applicable to this position. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
O (Occasionally) | Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs./day) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
F (Frequently) | Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs./day) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
C (Constantly) | Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs./day) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Physical Demands | Lift/Carry | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Talk C See C Hear C |
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Position will located within the Court Services Division at the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office, Graham, NC. The position does require interaction with commanders, supervisors, other administrative support staff, court personnel and all members of the Alamance County Sheriff’s Office. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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The County has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the County reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate. |
Salary : $51,750
