Deputy Bailiff

Summary

Overview Compensation: $24.01 / hourDepartment: Bailiff DivisionLocation: 1000 Main Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202Work Hours: 35 hours per week; M-F 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Overtime coverage as needed. May vary based on needTravel Requirements: NonePay Rate: $24.01 per hourSupervisor Responsibilities: NoneDescription: Under general supervision, this position provides armed Bailiff services for Hamilton County. Bailiffs maintain the safety, security, neutrality, integrity, and confidentiality of the court system, and serve and execute court orders. Bailiffs prevent potentially life-threatening activities directed toward judges, court personnel, jurors, witnesses, defendants, prisoners and the general public; and maintain order in the courtrooms and common areas. Bailiffs execute and serve court orders throughout Hamilton County including capiases, warrants, subpoenas, evictions, attachments, repossessions, and executions.Responsibilities COURTROOM SECURITY Maintains security over inmates to/from/during court hearings and maintains courtroom security and decorum during proceedings.FIELD DUTY SERVICES Serves and executes court orders e.g. capiases, warrants, subpoenas, evictions, attachments, repossessions, and executions.Executes court processes directed to Bailiff's office.Completes records documenting type of service.Investigates and takes custody or issues citations of persons under the discretion of court ordered warrants and orders of detention (including body attachments).SECONDARY DUTIES: GENERAL COURTHOUSE SECURITY Provides fixed post and/or security at assigned areas to protect life and property of county personnel and citizens.Enforces state statutes and performs high visibility preventative security.Responds to special security needs and duress alarms.DOCUMENTATION Prepares and submits written reports pertaining to crimes, incidents, activities and other violations.Promptly informs supervisors of unusual incidents or conditions.TRAINING & CERTIFICATION Fulfills all public safety obligations as prescribed by law and certification training plus any additional training as required by the Administration.Acquires and maintains all state-required certifications and requalification.OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED Qualifications Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Ability to Learn and Apply: Department policies and procedures & familiarity with the court process.Structure and process of law enforcement.State and local laws, basic geographical layout of county, and safety and security practices and procedures.Ability Maintain a professional demeanor at all times and act in accordance with the office values - respect, integrity and fairness, kindness, and serving others. Quickly, appropriately and successfully defuses stressful situations when needed. Appropriately manages interactions with individuals of various personalities and behavior-displays.Interact and build relationships with people of diverse backgrounds, personalities and characteristics, including but not limited to age, gender-identity, race/ethnicity, religious beliefs, disability status, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and physical appearance.Communicate effectively orally and in writing.Exercise sound judgment in dealing with matters of possible confidential nature.Handle sensitive contact with general public.Complete routine forms and prepare and maintain meaningful, concise and accurate records and reports.Carry out detailed, but basic oral and written instructions.Demonstrate endurance under vigorous physical activitySkilled in Proficient in the use of duty weapon, Taser device, handcuffs, leg restraints, and belly chainsCustomer serviceBasic computer skillsAttention to detailProblem solvingQualifications High school diploma or GEDMust have valid driver's license and minimum required liability insurance under State lawRCIC certification; may be obtained within 1 year after employmentMust have and maintain yearly firearm and Taser certificationRequired : (1) Commission certificate of completion of an O.P.O.T.A. approved peace officer training program; OR (2) Commission certificate of completion of a peace officer training program from a state other than Ohio with a curriculum approved by the Chief Administrator OR (3) Completion of a forty-hour O.P.O.T.A. approved firearms training program. Note: Twenty –hour firearms, Private Security certification or CCW Permit will not qualify as a replacement for the forty-hour firearms O.P.O.T.A. certification.Required : All candidates must provide documentation of firearm qualification with an authorized duty weapon or compete re-certification within reasonable time of employment offer or start of employment#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Overview Compensation: $24.01 / hourDepartment: Bailiff DivisionLocation: 1000 Main Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202Work Hours: 35 hours per week; M-F 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Overtime coverage as needed. May vary based on needTravel Requirements: NonePay Rate: $24.01 per hourSupervisor Responsibilities: NoneDescription: Under general supervision, this position provides armed Bailiff services for Hamilton County. Bailiffs maintain the safety, security, neutrality, integrity, and confidentiality of the court system, and serve and execute court orders. Bailiffs prevent potentially life-threatening activities directed toward judges, court personnel, jurors, witnesses, defendants, prisoners and the general public; and maintain order in the courtrooms and common areas. Bailiffs execute and serve court orders throughout Hamilton County including capiases, warrants, subpoenas, evictions, attachments, repossessions, and executions.Responsibilities COURTROOM SECURITY Maintains security over inmates to/from/during court hearings and maintains courtroom security and decorum during proceedings.FIELD DUTY SERVICES Serves and executes court orders e.g. capiases, warrants, subpoenas, evictions, attachments, repossessions, and executions.Executes court processes directed to Bailiff's office.Completes records documenting type of service.Investigates and takes custody or issues citations of persons under the discretion of court ordered warrants and orders of detention (including body attachments).SECONDARY DUTIES: GENERAL COURTHOUSE SECURITY Provides fixed post and/or security at assigned areas to protect life and property of county personnel and citizens.Enforces state statutes and performs high visibility preventative security.Responds to special security needs and duress alarms.DOCUMENTATION Prepares and submits written reports pertaining to crimes, incidents, activities and other violations.Promptly informs supervisors of unusual incidents or conditions.TRAINING & CERTIFICATION Fulfills all public safety obligations as prescribed by law and certification training plus any additional training as required by the Administration.Acquires and maintains all state-required certifications and requalification.OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED Qualifications Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Ability to Learn and Apply: Department policies and procedures & familiarity with the court process.Structure and process of law enforcement.State and local laws, basic geographical layout of county, and safety and security practices and procedures.Ability Maintain a professional demeanor at all times and act in accordance with the office values - respect, integrity and fairness, kindness, and serving others. Quickly, appropriately and successfully defuses stressful situations when needed. Appropriately manages interactions with individuals of various personalities and behavior-displays.Interact and build relationships with people of diverse backgrounds, personalities and characteristics, including but not limited to age, gender-identity, race/ethnicity, religious beliefs, disability status, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and physical appearance.Communicate effectively orally and in writing.Exercise sound judgment in dealing with matters of possible confidential nature.Handle sensitive contact with general public.Complete routine forms and prepare and maintain meaningful, concise and accurate records and reports.Carry out detailed, but basic oral and written instructions.Demonstrate endurance under vigorous physical activitySkilled in Proficient in the use of duty weapon, Taser device, handcuffs, leg restraints, and belly chainsCustomer serviceBasic computer skillsAttention to detailProblem solvingQualifications High school diploma or GEDMust have valid driver's license and minimum required liability insurance under State lawRCIC certification; may be obtained within 1 year after employmentMust have and maintain yearly firearm and Taser certificationRequired : (1) Commission certificate of completion of an O.P.O.T.A. approved peace officer training program; OR (2) Commission certificate of completion of a peace officer training program from a state other than Ohio with a curriculum approved by the Chief Administrator OR (3) Completion of a forty-hour O.P.O.T.A. approved firearms training program. Note: Twenty –hour firearms, Private Security certification or CCW Permit will not qualify as a replacement for the forty-hour firearms O.P.O.T.A. certification.Required : All candidates must provide documentation of firearm qualification with an authorized duty weapon or compete re-certification within reasonable time of employment offer or start of employment#J-18808-Ljbffr