Deputy Sheriff Positions

Salary: $15.92 hourly

Position Summary:

St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, operating within the Department of Judicial Administration, provides a variety of courtroom related services. Currently, we are seeking dependable, self-motivated individuals to work within Bailiff and Deputy Sheriff, Civil process positions. Bailiff positions (starting salary $17.18 hourly) maintain peace, order and security within the courtroom and Deputy Sheriff, Civil Process positions (starting salary $15.92 hourly) process and serve legal documents within assigned geographic areas.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain security by inspecting and securing the courtroom, surrounding hallways and doors, and the judge’s chamber before and after court sessions.
• Maintain order by observing courtroom proceedings to prevent unnecessary disruptions and taking custody of individuals as instructed by the judge.
• Provide assistance to the jury panel by giving instructions, answering general questions, ensuring no contact occurs with unauthorized materials or persons, and escorting to and from the jury deliberation room.
• Provide assistance to the judge and courtroom personnel by reviewing courtroom documents for completion, serving legal papers, and by filing, retrieving, and faxing documents.
• Respond to medial emergencies as appropriate.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Requirements:

• Current CPR (Adult and Child) and AED certification is required within 90 days of employment. Qualification with the use of a weapon may be required for some positions
• One year of education, training or experience in law enforcement, investigations or corrections or completion of an accredited law enforcement training program or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of a current valid driver’s license. Use of personal vehicle.