Bailiff - Court Security - (Part-Time)

Bailiff Position

This Bailiff position (.5 FTE) is unique in that it will be assigned to the St. Louis County Jail in Duluth, MN. The duties of this position involve receiving and setting up email calendar appointments, taking court data, and entering it into the jail management system along with escorting inmates to virtual court appearances. Generally, the schedule for this position is M-F from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2025. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $20.50 - $26.73 per hour. (2026 rates are pending) St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

Distinguishing Features of Work

An employee in this class preserves order and control in courtrooms and common areas of the courthouses to ensure the safety of court officials, participants, and the general public. Duties include monitoring and screening individuals, packages and personal items entering and leaving the courtroom using a variety of detection methods and devices; assisting in providing security during heightened security situations; assisting with emergency medical situations as needed; obtaining defendants identifying information in accordance with applicable laws; directing and escorting non-combative custodial individuals within the courthouse. The work is performed in accordance with established Departmental policies under the supervision and authority of the Sheriff's Office, and in conjunction with other courthouse staff.

Work Environment

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Stand; hearing up to 20 feet; vision; work around others; customer/public contact and work inside. FREQUENT: Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; push/pull up to 20 pounds; bend neck; climb stairs; feel/use fingers; grasp/handle; maintain posture; move about; reach; rotate neck; talk/speak; twist at waist; walk; hear within 5 feet; use an earphone; near, midrange and far vision; depth perception; visual accommodation; work with others; and clients with behavioral challenges. OCCASIONAL: Push/pull up to 70 pounds; balance; crouch/squat; reach above shoulder; sit; static neck position; stoop/bend; taste/smell; right and left wrist turn; color vision; exposure to blood-borne pathogens; work alone; extended days; work outside and drive. RARE: Restrain individuals.

Selection Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Candidates with related training in law enforcement, military law enforcement or private security training and/or experience are preferred. Please Note: All candidates meeting the minimum requirements will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will contact candidates directly regarding interviews. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate (eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability)
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS: Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position. DRUG TESTING: Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test. BACKGROUND CHECK: Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION: All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment. NON-DISCRIMINATION: St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.

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