Correctional Officers and Bailiffs

Correctional Officers and Bailiffs typically perform the following tasks: • Screen persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband. • Escort prisoners to and from courthouse and maintain custody of prisoners during court proceedings. • Maintain order in courtroom during trial and guard jury from outside contact. • Provide security by patrolling interior and exterior of courthouse and escorting judges and other court employees. • Guard lodging of sequestered jury. • Enforce courtroom rules of behavior and warn persons not to smoke or disturb court procedure. • Arrest persons in court when arrest warrants have been issued. • Report need for police or medical assistance to sheriff's office. • Check courtroom for security and cleanliness and assure availability of sundry supplies, such as notepads, for use by judge, jurors, and attorneys. • Stop people from entering courtroom while judge charges jury. • Screen, control, and handle evidence and exhibits during court proceedings. • Provide assistance to the public, such as directions to court offices. • Announce entrance of judge. • Maintain court docket. • Provide jury escort to restaurant and other areas outside of courtroom to prevent jury contact with public.