Bailiff/Judicial Specialist

NATURE OF WORK
Performs varied tasks that assure the efficient and orderly operation of the courtroom, court calendar, and all court proceedings; provides administrative support, facilitates the flow of courtroom cases and official proceedings, enforces rules in the courtroom.

(Illustrative Only) Manages the courtroom in an efficient manner through coordination of counsel, litigants, victims, law enforcement, the media, interpreters, and the general public; assures that the judge has all files, motions, sentencing documents, exhibits, case status information and other documents from Arizona Judicial Automated Case System (AJACS); performs a wide variety of support tasks for the court; assists jurors, witnesses, attorneys, news media, and others, according to established guidelines, policies, procedures, state statutes, rules, and administrative orders; guards, protects and maintains privacy and security of the jury deliberation room prior to deliberation; guards, protects and maintains the privacy of the jurors during jury deliberation; escorts jurors to lunch, dinner, if required; provides courtroom technology operational support services for multiple systems including; Justice Audio Video System (JAVS) to include and documentation of proceedings designated by the court as JAVS official record; assists the courtroom clerks and court reporters in keeping an accurate record of court proceedings; retrieves court files and reviews for completeness; reviews the AJACS calendar for accuracy; keeps a daily log of court proceedings; assists in preparing legal orders, sentencing documents, judge’s notes, and paperwork; and assists with scheduling of court hearings; coordinates with the jury commissioner in preparation for jury trials; manages the jury to prevent juror contamination and tampering throughout the duration of the trial and during deliberations. Responds to juror needs during trial and deliberation. Prepares and/or provides various forms associated with the court process to attorneys; handles sensitive and delicate issues with confidentiality and professionalism; provides clerical services and administrative support; responds to requests for sensitive information; assists with the coordination of cases and people through the court process; coordinates calendars; assists in preparing, updating, and distributing the Court’s calendars; abides by the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees; performs related duties as required or assigned.

High school diploma or GED AND two years of responsible administrative support and computer experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved; ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This classification requires the applicant to pass criminal background checks; a valid Arizona State Driver's License may be required; Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET) yearly accreditation is required; employees in this classification may be required to obtain specific technical certifications.

Knowledge of: Applicable State of Arizona statutes, rules, administrative orders, operational policies and procedures; applicable Federal rules and requirements; legal, ethical, and professional rules of conduct; Yuma County and Superior Court policies and procedures; basic principles and practices of caseflow management, records management and jury management; Arizona Judicial Automated Case System (AJACS); Jefferson Audio Video Systems (JAVS) digital recording system; principles of human behavior; criminal justice system and available community resources; principles and practices of case and records management; modern office practices, procedures and equipment; legal terminology and court processes and procedures.

Skills in: Working under pressure in a dynamic work environment with changing demands and priorities; maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions; remaining alert at all times and reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations; interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds, including judges, court staff, litigants, attorneys, and the general public; effectively communicating in written and verbal forms; operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications; handling significant problems and tasks that come up simultaneously and unexpectedly

The YCEBT is a self-funded medical plan administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona (BCBSAZ). The employee is able to select from three (3) medical plan options with six (6) tiers that will best suit the employee's needs, dependents or families.

Plan Option 1: Preferred Provider Option A (PPO) or PPO A 1100 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing three steps.

Plan Option 2: Preferred Provider Option B (PPO) or PPO B 1,500 deductible. Employees who participate in the "Wellness Incentive" will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing three steps.

Plan Option 3: High Deductible High Plan - Health Savings Account (HDHP-HSA) with a 1700 deductible. Employees who participate in the “ Wellness Incentive” will receive a $30 monthly premium reduction by completing three steps.

Employer contributes a total of $800.04 to employees Health Savings Account. If employees select Employee only and participate in the “ Wellness Incentive” employees can receive up to 360.00 contribution to a Limited Purpose FSA card to be used for medical or dental purposes.

Southwest Service Administrator (SSA) Mexico PPO Health Plan: SSA is available to employees who are enrolled in YCEBT Medical PPO Plan A and PPO Plan B. The SSA Plan pays 100% of hospital, medical, laboratory and prescription drug benefits, to a maximum of $5,000 per person per calendar year ($10,000 for two or more family members).

This position may be retirement eligible, if you have any questions contact Recruitment division at 928-373-1013 or visit https://www.yumacountyaz.gov/government/human-resources/benefits/retirement for more information.