BALIFF - PART TIME

BALIFF - PART TIME

Salary

$19,021.60 Annually

Location

Multiple locations, SC

Job Type

PART-TIME

Job Number

02508

Department

SHERIFF

Opening Date

09/25/2026

Closing Date

10/23/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
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Description

The purpose of this job is to maintain security, decorum, and orderly conduct within courtrooms and related judicial facilities for Dorchester County. The position supports judges, court personnel, attorneys, jurors, litigants, and the public by ensuring courtroom operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable laws, court procedures, and County policies.

This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintain order and security in assigned courtrooms and adjacent judicial areas.

Screen and monitor courtroom participants, visitors, and jurors for compliance with courtroom procedures.

Escort judges, jurors, inmates, witnesses, and other individuals as required.

Coordinate with law enforcement agencies, detention personnel, and court staff regarding inmate movement and courtroom security.

Announce the opening and closing of court sessions and provide courtroom instructions as directed by the presiding judge.

Respond appropriately to disruptions, emergencies, or security concerns within judicial facilities.

Monitor courtroom entrances and exits to ensure authorized access and public safety.

Assist with jury management activities including jury check-in, escort, and communication.

Prepare courtroom areas prior to hearings and trials to ensure readiness and professionalism.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and court proceedings.

Complete incident reports, activity logs, and other documentation as required.

Provide courteous and professional customer service to the public and court participants.

Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

High School Graduation or GED equivalent.

Prior experience in law enforcement, corrections, military, court security, or related public safety field preferred.

Additional Requirements

Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses:

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Must be able to successfully pass applicable background checks and any required drug screening.

Certification or training in courtroom security, defensive tactics, CPR, or related areas may be preferred or required.

Permanent part-time employees are eligible for benefits under the South Carolina Retirement System.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers or copy and paste the same answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

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• No

02

Do you have a minimum of a High School Graduation or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have prior experience in law enforcement, corrections, military, court security, or related public safety field?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess and able to maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess certification or training in courtroom security, defensive tactics, CPR, or related areas?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you understand that this position requires successfully pass applicable background checks and any required drug screening?

• Yes
• No

07

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment. Also, indicate timeframe of unemployment under work history.

Required Question

Employer Dorchester County

Address 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477

Phone 843-832-1640

Website http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov