Job Location: This position will be located at the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District, 815 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri 63101.
Why you’ll love this position:When you join the Eastern District, you will gain valuable experience with a supportive organization that offers a positive work environment and an excellent benefits package.
- Job Summary:
Deputy marshals serve court orders, warrants, and help protect the personnel, property and records of the Court with honesty and integrity. In this responsible position, deputy marshals assist the marshal in the implementation of efficient security procedures and protocols. They work with the marshal to ensure the safety of the judges and staff, and others located in the building. This position also assists the marshal in working in cooperation with local, state and federal law enforcement authorities. Working evenings, weekends and holidays may be required as necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Deputy marshal services:
- Bailiff during Court proceedings;
- Serves court documents;
- Assists in the planning and coordination of the Court’s emergency preparedness;
- Maintains official reports and records.
- Building and Security
- Helps ensure the security of the building, property and grounds;
- Utilizes surveillance and security systems;
- Screens visitors and packages;
- Monitors parking garage;
- De-escalates confrontations;
- Investigates complaints of alleged violations;
- Responds to fire and intrusion alarms in the Court building;
- Assists building occupants during evacuation procedures
- Advises employees of hazardous weather conditions
- Provides first aid when necessary.
- Executive Protection:
- Provides security for judges and staff at offsite events;
- Conduct advance site security assessments;
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Familiarity with Missouri law enforcement techniques.
- Proficient in computer applications and ability to learn new software as required.
- Excellent communication skills in both emergent and non-emergent.
- Must be able to identify potential security risks.
- Must be able to act, based on training and policy, when presented with a security risk.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from high school
- Passage of psychological testing for firearms usage
- Marksmanship certification.
- Previous executive protection experience desired.
Special Requirements - A deputy marshal shall maintain:
- A valid Missouri vehicle operator’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Any necessary permit to carry a firearm legally within Missouri.
- Operational proficiency with security equipment, including firearms and other defensive weapons, screening equipment, surveillance systems, and emergency notification systems.
- Annual weapons qualifications. A deputy marshal must be armed at all times while on duty.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, such as pursuing fleeing individuals and restraining individuals who resist, under possibly hazardous conditions or situations.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.More reasons to love this position: The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. The Eastern District provides paid parking. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found online: Total Compensation Calculator .
