Bailiff

Bailiff

Serve your community. Make a difference. Grow your career. MEANINGFUL WORK awaits you here at the City of North Las Vegas. We serve one of the largest culturally diverse cities in the nation and our community continues to grow! If you value accountability, communication, collaboration, innovation, and dedication then you are just the person we are looking for!

A Bailiff is an essential member of our team. We invite you to apply and help contribute to CNLV'S growing success! Please thoroughly review the information and selection process outlined below this announcement.

Essential Information

• Submit a Complete Application For your application to be considered, you MUST fully complete an online application by providing sufficient information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications, attach any documents as necessary, and answer ALL questions. Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this announcement and click "SUBMIT" at the end of your application.
• Pay Considerations Starting hourly pay for this position is $32.18. Starting salary is dependent on education, qualifications, and experience.
• Work Schedule This position is scheduled to work 4 days per week, 9 hours per day, (36 hour work week) Monday through Thursday, 7:30am 5:30pm. The schedule may for special events or classes.
• Environment Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25* pounds unassisted.

The Role Under general supervision, ensures the safety, security, and order of courtroom proceedings by monitoring courtroom activities, enforcing judicial directives, and controlling the movement within the court environment. Provides a security presence, coordinates directly with judges and court staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• Previous experience as a Bailiff or Marshal in a court or similar setting, or as a sworn law enforcement officer is preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 21 at time of application; U.S. citizenship, and character above reproach.
• Must possess a valid Nevada P.O.S.T Category II (or higher) certification at the time of application or obtain the certification with an established time period.
• Nevada State P.O.S.T. Category I or equivalent preferred.
• Applicants with an out-of-state P.O.S.T. certification must provide documentation at time of application demonstrating that their certification meets or exceeds Nevada P.O.S.T. Category II standards.
• Must meet and maintain weapons qualification for assigned duty weapon.
• Bilingual proficiency is desired but not required.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Nevada state driver's license, and maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Incumbents in positions that require possession of valid licensing/certification as a condition of employment must obtain and maintain such credentials within the established time periods, and throughout the course of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain required licenses or certifications in good standing may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

For lateral entry candidates, in addition to the qualifications for entry-level candidates, lateral applicants must:

• Possess a current Nevada Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) Category II (or higher) certification.
• Applicants who possess an out-of-state equivalent must obtain reciprocity through the Nevada Commission on P.O.S.T.
• Two (2) years of recent, full-time experience as a Bailiff or Marshal in a court or similar setting, or as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Must be currently employed or have been employed within the last five (5) years, in a qualifying position and must have left in good standing.

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact: Patricia Pennix, Talent Acquisition Partner.