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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 33-3011.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Bailiffs

Maintain order in courts of law.

What this job is about

Ensure security and order in the courthouse during proceedings.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Screen individuals entering courthouse

    Use magnetometers and x-ray machines to detect and retain unauthorized items.

  2. 2

    Escort and maintain custody of prisoners

    Safely transport prisoners to and from the courthouse during court sessions.

  3. 3

    Maintain order in the courtroom

    Enforce courtroom rules and ensure no disturbances occur during trials.

  4. 4

    Provide assistance to the public

    Help individuals with directions to court offices and other inquiries.

  5. 5

    Announce the judge's entrance

    Clearly announce when the judge enters the courtroom to maintain decorum.

Tools used in this work
Adobe AcrobatMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.