LocationAllegany County; Anne Arundel County; Baltimore City; Baltimore County; Calvert County; Caroline County; Carroll County; Cecil County; Charles County; Dorchester County; Frederick County; Garrett County; Harford County; Howard County; Montgomery County; Prince George's County; Queen Anne's County; Somerset County; St. Mary's County; Talbot County; Washington County; Wicomico County; Worcester CountySalary$28.04/hr.Job TitleBailiffDivision / DepartmentDistrict Court SecurityFLSA StatusNon-ExemptFinancial DisclosureNoAt WillYesPosition TypeFulltime & Part TimeEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Bailiff is responsible for maintaining day‑to‑day order, protection, and security operations ensuring the safety of visitors, judges, employees, and the general public who visit the District Court. Additional duties include preparing courtrooms for sessions, maintaining order in the courtroom, and operating the courthouse security checkpoint equipment to screen the general public and visitors. With considerable public contact involved, the Bailiff must exercise practical judgment necessary to cope with routine and unusual or emergent situations on a continual basis. The Bailiff assists with evacuations and reentry during emergency situations and is considered essential personnel subject to call‑in during emergencies, closings, and staffing shortages. In the event of a location closure, whether temporary or for the remainder of the day, Bailiffs are required to remain at their post until relieved by proper authority.Minimum QualificationsEducation: High school diploma/GEDExperience: One (1) year of law enforcement experience as a police officer (not to include time spent in police training academy) at a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency (equivalent to a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions Certified police officer) and successful completion of the required training program/probationary period.OR: One (1) year of experience as a military police officer or correctional officer, with or without arrest powers (not to include time spent in training academy) and successful completion of the required training program/probationary period.RequirementsBailiff applicants will be required to furnish a letter of good standing from their employer (law enforcement, correction, or government agency) to be eligible for further consideration. A delay in providing this required documentation will result in a delay in consideration for hire. The letter of good standing must include verification that the applicant was a sworn law enforcement or correction officer, provide the separation date, and confirm that the applicant left the agency in good standing.Applicants must obtain and maintain licensing/certification in the following areas within six months of hire date:Special Police Commission and Maryland State Handgun permitLicensing for all less lethal devices (OC spray)AED/CPR certificationBailiffs must successfully pass an initial pre‑employment medical screening and a medical screening every three years once employed (fitness for duty). A pre‑employment reference check will be conducted by the District Court Security Office. An at‑will status contract will be issued at the time of hire.Physical DemandsWork requires frequent physical effort such as standing and walking for eight hours daily and requires the physical ability to restrain and/or detain individuals.A physical examination is required.Ability to exercise independent judgment.Ability to exercise tact under pressure or in difficult situations with the public and diffuse situations in which parties may be hostile and in conflict with each other.Ability to recognize dangerous situations.Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position.Equal Employment OpportunityThe Maryland Judiciary is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov or call 410‑260‑1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.#J-18808-Ljbffr
LocationAllegany County; Anne Arundel County; Baltimore City; Baltimore County; Calvert County; Caroline County; Carroll County; Cecil County; Charles County; Dorchester County; Frederick County; Garrett County; Harford County; Howard County; Montgomery County; Prince George's County; Queen Anne's County; Somerset County; St. Mary's County; Talbot County; Washington County; Wicomico County; Worcester CountySalary$28.04/hr.Job TitleBailiffDivision / DepartmentDistrict Court SecurityFLSA StatusNon-ExemptFinancial DisclosureNoAt WillYesPosition TypeFulltime & Part TimeEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Bailiff is responsible for maintaining day‑to‑day order, protection, and security operations ensuring the safety of visitors, judges, employees, and the general public who visit the District Court. Additional duties include preparing courtrooms for sessions, maintaining order in the courtroom, and operating the courthouse security checkpoint equipment to screen the general public and visitors. With considerable public contact involved, the Bailiff must exercise practical judgment necessary to cope with routine and unusual or emergent situations on a continual basis. The Bailiff assists with evacuations and reentry during emergency situations and is considered essential personnel subject to call‑in during emergencies, closings, and staffing shortages. In the event of a location closure, whether temporary or for the remainder of the day, Bailiffs are required to remain at their post until relieved by proper authority.Minimum QualificationsEducation: High school diploma/GEDExperience: One (1) year of law enforcement experience as a police officer (not to include time spent in police training academy) at a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency (equivalent to a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions Certified police officer) and successful completion of the required training program/probationary period.OR: One (1) year of experience as a military police officer or correctional officer, with or without arrest powers (not to include time spent in training academy) and successful completion of the required training program/probationary period.RequirementsBailiff applicants will be required to furnish a letter of good standing from their employer (law enforcement, correction, or government agency) to be eligible for further consideration. A delay in providing this required documentation will result in a delay in consideration for hire. The letter of good standing must include verification that the applicant was a sworn law enforcement or correction officer, provide the separation date, and confirm that the applicant left the agency in good standing.Applicants must obtain and maintain licensing/certification in the following areas within six months of hire date:Special Police Commission and Maryland State Handgun permitLicensing for all less lethal devices (OC spray)AED/CPR certificationBailiffs must successfully pass an initial pre‑employment medical screening and a medical screening every three years once employed (fitness for duty). A pre‑employment reference check will be conducted by the District Court Security Office. An at‑will status contract will be issued at the time of hire.Physical DemandsWork requires frequent physical effort such as standing and walking for eight hours daily and requires the physical ability to restrain and/or detain individuals.A physical examination is required.Ability to exercise independent judgment.Ability to exercise tact under pressure or in difficult situations with the public and diffuse situations in which parties may be hostile and in conflict with each other.Ability to recognize dangerous situations.Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position.Equal Employment OpportunityThe Maryland Judiciary is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov or call 410‑260‑1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.#J-18808-Ljbffr
