Municipal Courts Security Officer (Bailiff)

Applications accepted from:   ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Posting Number: 34326

Department:  Municipal Courts

Division:  Judicial Operations

Reporting Location:  1400 Lubbock St.

Workdays & Hours: Monday

• Friday 6:30 a.m.  -  3:30 p.m.* and 2:00pm

• 11:00pm

• Rotating Weekends and Rotating Holidays*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Municipal Courts department has an exciting opportunity to become a Municipal Courts Security Officer.  The duties will include but not limited to the following:

• Provides general security services to maintain the orderly and efficient operations of a municipal court.

• Conducts a physical inspection of the courtroom for security prior to and at the end of each court session.

• Secures the courtroom when court is not in session, monitors and conducts daily inspections of all security equipment such as court benches, lighting, fire extinguishers and first aid kits.

• Observe and report any prohibited items that enter our facilities and courtrooms.

• Assists contract-security in front entrance when instructed.

• Perform opening and closing ceremonies of the Court, enforce courtroom rules of behavior and issue warnings as needed.

• Enforce and report contempt's order via city issued device.

• Prepares Daily Activity Reports, via Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

• Complete yearly CJIS Training and TLETS

• Complete yearly Xray Training

• Provide courtroom rules and procedures to the citizens before each docket.

• Assist with Parking Division

• Able to manage large groups of people.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position occasionally requires stooping or bending and the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.  Requires long periods of standing.  Occasional light lifting, minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions.  May deal with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a high school diploma or a GED.   Must have CPR training, or the ability to get CPR training within 6 weeks of hiring.

Skilled in effectively and tactfully communicating with a wide variety of people in sensitive situations as may be normally acquired through public relations training. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with judges, lawyers, City employees, and the general public. May require bilingual (Spanish/English) ability to talk to citizens who are not fluent in English. Knowledge of courtroom procedures sufficient to maintain efficient operations is also required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One year of related work experience is required, preferably in a law enforcement agency.

One year of military or police training may be substituted for the above experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

Preferences shall be given to the candidates that have the following:

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Experience interacting with Judges, lawyers, and the general public professionally and courteously.

• Three years of related work experience preferably in a law enforcement agency.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None; however, the department may administer, and the applicant must successfully complete a skills-assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION          YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE:  12

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832/393-6150).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832/393-7222). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. 

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.