About the Department

Under the direct supervision of the Jail Administrator, the Bailiff supports the mission of the Nicollet County Sheriff’s Office by providing professional, courteous, and courageous law enforcement services that are vital to the protection of life, property, and preserving public peace. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly courtroom for hearings and trials performed. This position is responsible for conducting various inspections and performing various clerical duties. This position is also responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the courtrooms, assisting in-custody transports, developing policies and procedures, assisting court personnel, and participating in professional staff development.

Hours for this position vary (on-call); Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Position Duties

• Conducts security inspections and controls access. Performs routine inspections of courtrooms, temporary holding areas, and related spaces to ensure security and identify contraband or safety risks. Secures courtrooms and adjacent areas before, during, and after court sessions. Provides security in hallways, chambers, and other courthouse areas as assigned. Ensures court facilities are secured when court is not in session
• Assists in-custody court operations and transports. Communicates with jail staff, attorneys, public defenders, and court administration regarding in-custody defendants. Notifies appropriate parties when individuals are remanded into custody or taken into custody due to warrants. 
• Maintains order in the courtroom. Ensures appropriate conduct of litigants, attorneys, court staff, and spectators in accordance with court directives, Minnesota statutes, and judicial orders.  Carries out lawful orders of the court. Screens members of the public for entry into courtrooms and enforces restrictions related to capacity, recording devices, and other court-ordered limitations. Verifies with court personnel which case needs to be called. Ensures all courtroom policies and procedures are followed by the general public
• Oversees the physical maintenance and readiness of the courtroom. Ensure that courtrooms are properly equipped and ready for daily operations. Obtains supplies requested by the judge and coordinates maintenance of courtroom furnishings, technology, lighting, climate control, and cleanliness. Inspects and monitors security and safety equipment, including alarms, fire extinguishers, and first-aid supplies. Ensures courtrooms have the necessary equipment and items for daily activities
• Performs court support and clerical functions. Logs attendance of parties and attorneys and provides directions to court locations. Posts daily public court calendars and assists with the retrieval and delivery of court files when it does not compromise courtroom security. Receives and forwards complaints and documents to court administration, notarizing when authorized. Assists defendants and members of the public with required forms and paperwork, as appropriate. Serves civil process, including orders, summons, and subpoenas, as assigned
• Provides courtroom and judicial security. Ensures the safety of judges, court staff, jurors, litigants, and the public. Calls court to order and maintains a secure courtroom environment. Escorts in-custody defendants to and from court as required. Monitors individuals entering the courtroom and alerts the judge and court staff to potential safety concerns. Calls witnesses, protects, and guards court exhibits, as directed. Delivers the verdict to the judge. Guards the jury through deliberation proceedings, arranges meals and lodging when necessary.  Uses restraints in the courtroom on dangerous prisoners, witnesses, or spectators when appropriate. Remains vigilant and prepared to respond to emergencies or unexpected situations within court facilities
• Provides credible testimony in court. Attends and testifies in criminal and civil court proceedings. Represents the interests of the county, state, and federal government. Makes verbal account for observations, actions, and findings while performing official duties

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:

• Valid MN Driver’s License, and
• High School Diploma or GED

Supplemental Questions

01

Do you wish to claim veterans preference if you achieve a passing score? NOTE: If you elect to use veterans preference, you must provide documentation (DD214 and/or VA documents) establishing your right to claim the preference.

• Veteran: Defined as a person separated under honorable conditions that has served on active duty for a least 181 consecutive days or has completed the full period for which federally called to active duty; OR honorably discharged by reason of disability incurred while on active duty. (not active duty for training)
• Disabled Veteran: A veteran having a compensable service connected disability rating. (not active duty for training)
• Spouse of a disabled veteran with a service connected disability rating of 10% or greater, who is unable to work in the specific position being applied for.
• Spouse of a deceased veteran who died on, or as a result of, an active duty injury. (Spouse cannot have remarried.)
• Spouse of a deceased veteran who was disabled at time of death and died on, or as a result of, an active duty injury. (Spouse cannot have remarried.)
• Not a veteran or do not wish to claim a veterans preference.

02

Do you have a valid Minnesota driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

04

Which of the following best describes your years of employment experience overseeing the security of people and their well-being?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 2 years
• 2+ years

05

Do you have first responder/first aid training?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have experience working with diverse populations?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience working with uncooperative individuals?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have experience working in, or interning with, the Corrections field or with Law Enforcement?

• Yes
• No

09

The shifts for this position are on-call, and are typically during Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm. Will you able to work these hours?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you able to maintain the minimum requirements to retain current MN P.O.S.T. Licensure (if applicable)?

• Yes
• No

11

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nicollet County conducts a background check for a position within the Sheriff's Department. If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and education records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer

Nicollet County

Address

501 S. Minnesota Ave.








St. Peter, Minnesota, 56082

Phone

507-934-6800

Website

https://www.co.nicollet.mn.us/