Job Description
ENIPLOYIVIENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Bailiff/Security Of?cer
Closing Date: 08/11/2025
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 25-572
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Judicial Department
City: Sacaton, AZ
Location: 721 W. Seed Farm Road
Area of Interest: Judicial
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $18.61 - $29.
01 /Hour1y
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Bailiff/ Security Of?cer maintains an ef?cient and secure courtroom for all hearings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsible for enforcing courtroom security and order, calling the court to order, and maintaining
appropriate decorum when court is in session; Expels unruly persons and detains offenders for proper
authorities.Responsible for courtroom preparation, assisting the public, witnesses, attorneys, and jury panel during
proceedings.Responsible for securing and locking public and restricted areas of the courthouse which includes the
monitoring of employees and public movement; answering routine inquires and directing to appropriate areas.
Supervises and escorts detainees; moving them from holding cells to the courtroom.Responsible for Opening and locking secured areas; operating and monitoring the surveillance and alarm
systems.Screens and searches all individuals entering the court building; seizes or properly disposes of weapons and/or
contraband.Takes emergency action and/or noti?es emergency personnel as the situation warrants; if required will
administer basic ?rst aid or CPR.Serves notices, subpoenas, summons, or other court documents, which includes delivering out into the
community.Responds to and reports unusual incidents or occurrences in order to minimize or deter the development of
hazardous or dangerous situations.Responsible for preparing and processing written reports, records, and court documents.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY:Knowledge of courtroom practices and procedures, including the rules and procedures regarding jury
activity and courtroom behavior.Knowledge of court security procedures, theories, and principles.Knowledge of legal terminology.Knowledge and certi?cation of self-defense subduing techniques; including the use of non-lethal weapons
e. g., pepper spray, stun devices and expandable batons.Knowledge in use of computers, data entry, and veri?cation of procedures.Ability to work effectively under highly stressful conditions and deal with people in potentially dangerous
situations.Ability to pursue violators on foot over rough terrain and obstacles; to physically subdue and restrain
aggressive violators.Ability to observe the con?dential nature of court records and proceedings.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing for the purpose of obtaining and
disseminating information.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees; Community
Of?cials and the public.Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience within the last ?ve (5) years as a bailiff, security or
correctional guard, law enforcement, military of?cer or closely related experience.Bailiff experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certi?cation within nine (9) months of hire.
Required to pass a background check and ?ngerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that
involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 U.S.C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and GER. Part 63
and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.
Prospective employees shall not possess the following background:1. Any felony conviction in any jurisdiction2. Any misdemeanor conviction in any jurisdiction within the last ?ve (5) years.3. Any misdemeanor conviction in any jurisdiction within the last seven (7) years that involved a dishonestact or false statement, e. g., fraud, theft, perjury; or a crime against a vulnerable individual.Must pass written test as a condition of employment.
May be required to work beyond normal work hours; including nights, weekends and holidays.
Subject to review as to con?icts of interest and shall abide by the Code of Ethics for Judicial Employees.
Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record
must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission
of the application.Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position
Reports to Court Administrator or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive bene?ts package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, sh01t and long term disability bene?ts.Preference in ?lling vacancies is given to quali?ed Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If vou are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.org
Closing Date: 08/11/2025
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 25-572
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Judicial Department
City: Sacaton, AZ
Location: 721 W. Seed Farm Road
Area of Interest: Judicial
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $18.61 - $29.
01 /Hour1y
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Bailiff/ Security Of?cer maintains an ef?cient and secure courtroom for all hearings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsible for enforcing courtroom security and order, calling the court to order, and maintaining
appropriate decorum when court is in session; Expels unruly persons and detains offenders for proper
authorities.Responsible for courtroom preparation, assisting the public, witnesses, attorneys, and jury panel during
proceedings.Responsible for securing and locking public and restricted areas of the courthouse which includes the
monitoring of employees and public movement; answering routine inquires and directing to appropriate areas.
Supervises and escorts detainees; moving them from holding cells to the courtroom.Responsible for Opening and locking secured areas; operating and monitoring the surveillance and alarm
systems.Screens and searches all individuals entering the court building; seizes or properly disposes of weapons and/or
contraband.Takes emergency action and/or noti?es emergency personnel as the situation warrants; if required will
administer basic ?rst aid or CPR.Serves notices, subpoenas, summons, or other court documents, which includes delivering out into the
community.Responds to and reports unusual incidents or occurrences in order to minimize or deter the development of
hazardous or dangerous situations.Responsible for preparing and processing written reports, records, and court documents.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY:Knowledge of courtroom practices and procedures, including the rules and procedures regarding jury
activity and courtroom behavior.Knowledge of court security procedures, theories, and principles.Knowledge of legal terminology.Knowledge and certi?cation of self-defense subduing techniques; including the use of non-lethal weapons
e. g., pepper spray, stun devices and expandable batons.Knowledge in use of computers, data entry, and veri?cation of procedures.Ability to work effectively under highly stressful conditions and deal with people in potentially dangerous
situations.Ability to pursue violators on foot over rough terrain and obstacles; to physically subdue and restrain
aggressive violators.Ability to observe the con?dential nature of court records and proceedings.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing for the purpose of obtaining and
disseminating information.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees; Community
Of?cials and the public.Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience within the last ?ve (5) years as a bailiff, security or
correctional guard, law enforcement, military of?cer or closely related experience.Bailiff experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certi?cation within nine (9) months of hire.
Required to pass a background check and ?ngerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment. Background checks are required for positions that
involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child
Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 U.S.C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and GER. Part 63
and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.
Prospective employees shall not possess the following background:1. Any felony conviction in any jurisdiction2. Any misdemeanor conviction in any jurisdiction within the last ?ve (5) years.3. Any misdemeanor conviction in any jurisdiction within the last seven (7) years that involved a dishonestact or false statement, e. g., fraud, theft, perjury; or a crime against a vulnerable individual.Must pass written test as a condition of employment.
May be required to work beyond normal work hours; including nights, weekends and holidays.
Subject to review as to con?icts of interest and shall abide by the Code of Ethics for Judicial Employees.
Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record
must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission
of the application.Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position
Reports to Court Administrator or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive bene?ts package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, sh01t and long term disability bene?ts.Preference in ?lling vacancies is given to quali?ed Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If vou are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online:
www.gilariver.org
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