Civilian Bailiff (Part-Time/On-Call)

POSITION SUMMARY: 
This part-time/on-call position provides for the care and security of jurors serving in the court system for St. Croix County; and to provide responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents and the general public. This position is a sworn judicial appointment. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned. 

• Carries out directives from the judge and Clerk of Court regarding duties to be performed during the course of the workday and acts as a liaison at appropriate times between jurors, judges, and attorneys during trial and jury deliberation.
• Provides for basic courtroom security including an attentiveness to court participants and people who are sitting in the courtroom audience, and an on-the-spot check of the jury room, courtroom, bathrooms, lounges, and jury box.
• Upon commencement of a trial, opens and prepares the jury assembly area and courtroom. Upon completion of a trial, performs trial disposition responsibilities including proper disposal of jurors  notes, cleaning courtroom and jury room and restocking jury supplies.
• Maintains contact with all jurors during rest breaks or time of deliberations.
• Provides for special needs of the jurors as requested.
• Arranges and coordinates juror meals, transportation of jurors to local restaurants, and, if necessary, housing for the jurors.
• Provides for materials that are needed by the jury which could include pencils, paper, exhibits, and approved written documents.
• Escorts jury members to restrooms, lunchrooms or lounges.
• Accompanies an ill juror to the medical clinic for a physician's evaluation.
• Secures sequestered jurors in their hotel rooms and arranges for any special needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES   
This section details the essential competencies required to perform the job effectively, including a mix of technical knowledge, practical skills, and personal attributes. 

• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position, including evenings and weekends if requested.
• Understanding of the structure, functions, and procedures of local, state, and federal government agencies, particularly within Wisconsin. 
• Familiarity with state and federal laws, regulations, and policies that pertain to the job, including Wisconsin Statutes and administrative codes. 
• Knowledge of effective customer service practices and the ability to apply them in a public sector environment. 
• Ability to interact professionally, respectfully, and tactfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds. 
• Technical proficiency in the use of relevant software applications, databases, or other technology tools used in the position (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.). 
• General knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment. 
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities, policies, and work demands. 
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues across departments to achieve common goals. 
• Ability to apply ethical judgment and maintain confidentiality regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within the provision of open records law and other applicable State and Federal Statutes and Regulations. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS   

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with a wide range of individuals, including the public, colleagues, and supervisors. 
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from complex documents such as laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and reports. 
• Ability to engage with the public, handle inquiries, resolve conflicts, and build positive relationships with a diverse population.  

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. 

REASONING ABILITY 
This section outlines the cognitive skills required to perform the job effectively. This includes the ability to apply logic, make decisions, solve problems, and understand complex information.  

• Ability to identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. 
• Ability to make decisions that are sound, well-informed, and timely, even in stressful situations. 
• Ability to analyze situations, consider various perspectives, anticipate potential issues, and make recommendations or decisions based on logical reasoning. 
• Ability to interpret complex information, recognize patterns, and understand the implications of actions or decisions. 
• Ability to think conceptually and understand the relationships between ideas that are not immediately obvious. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 
The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law.  Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor.   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, using hands to handle, feel, and perform fine motor skills and repetitive motions, and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms overhead or below the waist.
• Sufficient vision to perform tasks such as reading documents, operating vehicles, or working with detailed data. 
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly.
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels for tasks such as communicating with the public, colleagues, judges and jurors or over the phone. 
• Work requires observing surroundings and activities.
• May require dealing with persons who are hostile, aggressive, abusive or violent, posing threatening conditions.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Work is primarily in a court setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous courtroom or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Must be bondable.
• Must successfully pass background investigation.

Expected Hiring Range: $17.13 - $19.38/hour

Department: Clerk of Courts

FTE: 0.0 (On-Call)

St. Croix County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.  We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.