Part Time Bailiff, Baltimore

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Salary
$28.04/hr.

Division/Department:
District Court Security

Location:

Baltimore City, MD (Baltimore City District Courts locations include Wabash Avenue, Patapsco Avenue (Hargrove Building), North Avenue (Eastside Building), and Fayette Street).

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

At Will:
Yes

Position Type:
Part Time

The Bailiff is responsible for maintaining day-to-day order, protection, and security operations to ensure the safety of visitors, Judges, employees, and the public who visit the District Court. Duties include preparing courtrooms for sessions, maintaining order in the courtroom, and operating courthouse security checkpoint equipment to screen the general public and visitors. The Bailiff must exercise practical judgment to cope with routine and emergent situations.

Assist with evacuations and reentry during emergencies. Bailiffs are considered essential personnel and are subject to call-in during emergencies, closings, and staffing shortages. In the event of a location closure, Bailiffs are required to remain at their post until relieved by proper authority.

Education: High school diploma/GED

Experience: One (1) year of law enforcement experience as a police officer (not including time in the police training academy) at a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency (equivalent to 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 including time in the training academy)
AND successful completion of the required training program/probationary period.

Bailiff 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 documentation will delay hire consideration. The letter must verify that the applicant was a sworn law enforcement or correction officer, provide the separation date, and confirm the departure was in good standing.

A sample letter can be provided upon request.

Bailiffs must obtain and maintain licensing/certification within 6 months of hire date in the following areas:

• Special Police Commission and Maryland State Handgun permit
• Licensing for all less lethal devices (OC spray)
• AED/CPR certification

Bailiffs must pass an initial pre-employment medical screening and a medical screening every 3 years once employed (fitness for duty).

A pre-employment reference check will be conducted. An at-will status contract will be issued at the time of hire.

Work requires frequent physical effort such as standing and walking for eight hours daily and the ability to restrain/detain individuals. A physical examination is required. Ability to exercise independent judgment and tact under pressure in difficult public situations. Ability to recognize dangerous situations and perform all essential functions of the position.

Your application will be used to determine eligibility, qualifications, and ranking. If you are ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. Please provide complete and accurate information, including related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. Do not state “see resume.”

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at aocta.

The 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/interview process should email ADA or call . The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. The Maryland Judiciary’s equal employment opportunity policy is available here:
Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.

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