Bailiffs

Maintain order in courts of law.

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1. Collect and retain unauthorized firearms from persons entering courtroom.

2. Maintain order in courtroom during trial and guard jury from outside contact.

3. Guard lodging of sequestered jury.

4. Provide jury escort to restaurant and other areas outside of courtroom to prevent jury contact with public.

5. Enforce courtroom rules of behavior and warn persons not to smoke or disturb court procedure.

6. Report need for police or medical assistance to sheriff's office.

7. Check courtroom for security and cleanliness and assure availability of sundry supplies for use of judge.

8. Announce entrance of judge.

9. Stop people from entering courtroom while judge charges jury.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

The college search results are undergraduate programs associated with Bailiffs. Further education may also be required to pursue this career.

The training search results include both short and long-term programs associated with Bailiffs, and may be more appropriate for adult and non-traditional students. Further training may also be required to pursue this career.

In NY the average wage for this occupation was:

$34,640 for entry level workers, and $58,940 for experienced workers.

Based on the total number of annual openings and its growth rate, the employment prospects for this occupation are described as Less Favorable.

During 2006, there were approximately 3,800 Bailiffs employed in NY.

We estimate that in 2016 there will be 3,850  employed in NY. This represents an increase of 10 job(s) each year, and a total of 90 job openings each year.

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Correctional Officers and Jailers - Guard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institution in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May guard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point. Includes deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions.

Criminal Investigators and Special Agents - Investigate alleged or suspected criminal violations of Federal, state, or local laws to determine if evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution.

Immigration and Customs Inspectors - Investigate and inspect persons, common carriers, goods, and merchandise, arriving in or departing from the United States or between states to detect violations of immigration and customs laws and regulations.

Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs - Enforce law and order in rural or unincorporated districts or serve legal processes of courts. May patrol courthouse, guard court or grand jury, or escort defendants.

Transit and Railroad Police - Protect and police railroad and transit property, employees, or passengers.

Private Detectives and Investigators - Detect occurrences of unlawful acts or infractions of rules in private establishment, or seek, examine, and compile information for client.

Security Guards - Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules.

Crossing Guards - Guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as streets, schools, railroad crossings, or construction sites.