Bailiff- Marion Superior Family Division

Overview

The Bailiff provides assistance to the Judge and Court, assisting with conducting open court sessions and assists in the operation of the Court. This position is in the Court's Family Division. Case types in the Family Division include:
Divorce cases;
Paternity cases; CHINS;
Protective orders;
Juvenile Delinquency;
Adoptions;
Termination of parental rights.
This is not a security position
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• Assists with conducting open Court sessions.
• Prepares pleadings and monitors court files for court sessions and/or the Judge's rulings.
• Update files and the Court's case management systems, including Incite and Odyssey.
• Assists judicial officers and staff during court proceedings.
• Works within the automated queue system, processing information timely and efficiently.
• Answers court telephones and responds to questions from court representatives and the general public.
• Assists with the effective management of the Court calendar through confirmation of hearings with attorneys.
• Assists with other duties and responsibilities as needed.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or HSE. Associate's degree or Bachelor’s degree beneficial.
• Strong proven computer, communication and organizational skills required.
• Ability to effectively interact with diverse groups of individuals essential.
• Bi-lingual skills in Spanish, Burmese or ASL a plus.
• Salary enhancements for bi-lingual skills in Spanish, Burmese or ASL, as well as educational enhancements for an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, are part of the compensation package.
• Marion County residency required within six months of the date of hire.

To apply, please email a resume to Judge Tara Melton ton by Friday, February 13, 2026.