Bailiff, (A241400-5), 205, Municipal Court

Provides security to the Municipal Court Building, judges, personnel, and public to preserve order and decorum in the courtroom and building.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Provides direct service and security to the judge, maintaining order, safety, and decorum in the courtroom while court is in session.  
• Maintains custody and escorts convicted individuals.
• Administers oaths to witnesses when directed.  
• Explains court procedures and answers questions.
• Attends to the jury, ensuring proper protocol is followed, and facilitates communication between the jury and judge.
• Monitors and maintains building security via surveillance cameras and ensures doors and access areas are locked and secured.
• Maintains custody of Capias defendant and/or the custody of warants when necessary.
• Removes, detains, or arrests individuals who are unruly, in contempt of court, or violent in the courtroom.  
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of courtroom policies and protocol.
• Knowledge of safety procedures.

Skills and Abilities:

• Skilled in conflict management.
• Ability to operate in a high stress environment.
• Ability to think and act quickly.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
 
 Never

• Construction site
• Confined space 

Seldom

• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Warehouse environment

Sometimes

• Vehicles
• Working at other locations

 
Frequently

• Outdoor environment

Often

• Office or similar indoor environment

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
 
Never

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Seldom

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds

Travel Position will require the employee to travel
 
Never:

• National travel
• International travel

Sometimes:

• Local travel
• Regional travel

Required Education and Experience 

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• At least three (3) years of relevant experience in law enforcement or court security. 

Required Certifications or License 

• Peace Officer certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) is required. City of Laredo must be the primary holder of the Peace Officer License to maintain employment with the City of Laredo. 

• Court Security Certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment.

*Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated above from time of hire.  

Valid Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Drivers License.  If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable. 

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