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City of Tyler
Deputy Marshal I
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What they do
A Bailiff maintains order and safety in a courtroom. Assists the courtroom Judge, supervises and escorts the Jury, assists with court or trial documents, maintains security and enforce courtroom rules.
$59,920 / year median in Texas
+6% projected growth
Job Description
To ensure the security of the Municipal Court building and its occupants, including judges, court clerks, and the general public. Making on-view arrests for charges such as disorderly conduct, disruption of court proceedings, and making arrests for higher offense warrants not originating from Municipal Court as necessary. Conduct research and investigations utilizing various sources to obtain information. Complete police reports and required state forms. Conduct court security as needed. Transport prisoners to jail from the Court at the direction of the presiding judge. Complete daily logs of all duties and activities. Provide security of court funds by observing the clerk during the count of daily deposits. Deliver daily deposits to the bank. Conduct court Bailiff duties when needed. Transport prisoners to jail or to court for Police Traffic Unit. Make collection calls on warrants as directed. Must be able to prepare various written reports. Must have knowledge of basic law enforcement and Penal Code. Must be able to qualify to department standards with weapons, including less-lethal weapons, handcuff and controlling subjects. Must be able to follow directions and to use good judgement and critical thinking. Must be able to use a computer, telephone, two-way radios, emergency vehicles with related equipment, body-worn cameras, firearms, fire extinguishers, vehicle disabling devices, security scanning equipment, pepper spray, TASER's and any other applicable equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively in written and oral formats. Must be able to deal effectively with management, co-workers and citizens Must be able to climb several flights of stairs, elevated surfaces, fences, walls, etc. Must be able to run distances of less than and more than 100 yards. Must be able to lift, carry, pull and/or push heavy objects exerting over 100 pounds occasionally, 50-100 pounds frequently or from 20 -50 pounds constantly. Must be able to jump over obstacles or barriers; jump down from elevated surfaces; and jump across ditches, etc. Must be able to work in extreme conditions such as unfavorable weather, witness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, physical hazards and be able to withstand noise, vibration/police radio incl. microphone at ear all day, sirens, trains, etc. All other duties as assigned. Experience and Education Must have a High School Diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience in Law Enforcement. Must be Peace Officer certified by TCOLE and maintain current certification by attending required classes. Must have firearm certification. Must be knowledgeable of