• Court Bailiff Job Description

    A court bailiff is a court official whose job is to maintain order and provide security in a courtroom during trials to ensure that the trials go on smoothly. Their job involves announcing opening and closing of court, supervising prisoners, providing security, and keeping order in the court during trials.

  • What does a Court Bailiff do?

    Court bailiffs may do some or all of the following:

    • announce the judges arrival to open the court
    • provide security in a courtroom and guard jurors
    • maintain order in courtrooms during trials
    • run errands for judges and clerks
    • deliver court documents such as eviction orders, civil lawsuits, and asset seizures
    • oversee and operate courtroom equipment and properties
    • transport and supervise prisoners
    • swear in jurors and witnesses during court proceedings
    • remove unruly individuals from the courtroom
    • stock courtroom supplies
    • announce the judges departure to close court
  • Where does a Court Bailiff work?
  • Working Conditions

    Court bailiffs may work irregular hours in order to meet courthouse commitments. They usually work indoors in courthouses, but may sometimes work outdoors when transporting prisoners and escorting jurors. Their job may be stressful due to the physical and mental effort required to perform their tasks.

  • What is Required to Become a Court Bailiff ?

    To be employed as a court bailiff, you will need to have completed your secondary education. You will also need to pass fitness, drug, and alcohol tests to be certified fit for the job.

  • Modules
  • Specializations
  • Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

    Court bailiffs need to have:

    • adaptability
    • agility
    • integrity
    • carefulness
    • courteousness
    • patience and endurance
    • discipline and sobriety
    • physical strength and stamina
    • confidence and courage
    • good judgment and decision making skills
    • good listening and communication skills
    • observational skills
    • the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
    • knowledge of legal and court terminology
    • knowledge of court proceedings
    • knowledge of government laws and constitutions
    • knowledge of people’s right
    • knowledge of the use and care of vehicles, firearms, and specialized equipment

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