This position is a security officer 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. Responsible for preparing courtrooms for session, maintaining order in the courtroom, and operating courthouse metal detectors to screen the general public and visitors. Assist with evacuation and reentry during emergency situations. Bailiffs are considered essential personnel and are subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages. With building closures, Bailiffs are required to remain at their post until relieved of duty by proper authority. Follows the State of Maryland District Court Security policies and procedures.

Education:

High school diploma/GED and MUST have successfully graduated from a certified/accredited police training academy.

Experience:

For Baltimore City candidates only: One (1) year of experience as a military police officer, one (1) year of experience as an armed security officer with or without arrest powers, OR 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.

Requirements:

Bailiff applicants will be required to furnish a letter of good standing from their employer (law enforcement 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 officer, provide the separation date, and must provide confirmation that the applicant left the agency in good standing. A sample letter of good standing can be provided, upon request.

Bailiffs must be able to successfully obtain and maintain licensing/certification in the following areas: Special Police Commission and Maryland State Handgun permit, both within 6 months of hire date; and licensing for all less lethal devices (OC spray); AED/CPR certification. Bailiffs must be able to successfully 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 by the District Court Security Office. An at will status contract will be issued at the time of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Courthouse and courtroom security protocols.
• Maryland Criminal Statute and laws of arrest.
• Arrest procedures and techniques.

Skill in:

• Customer and public service and handling problems courteously, tactfully, and patiently.
• Communicating information clearly and effectively.
• Maintaining order and enforcing rules.
• Implementing defensive and offensive tactics as they relate to subduing disorderly or disruptive individuals.
• Usage of firearms, OC spray, and handcuffing techniques.
• Recognizing emergency medical situations and administering first aid and CPR.
• Usage of standard office equipment, computer equipment, and computer applications.

Ability to:

• Recognize and diffuse situations by taking prompt and appropriate action.
• Organize and work well with others.
• Provide assistance, guidance, and direction to others in a polite, calm, controlled, professional, and efficient manner.
• Exercise tact, diplomacy, and impartiality while dealing with the general public, law enforcement personnel, and attorneys.
• Resolve unusual and/or complex situations in accordance with established procedures or assist others in resolving instances requiring deviation from standard procedures.