Deputy Sheriff Positions

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Job Description Summary:

The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, operating within the Department of Judicial Administration, is seeking dependable and self motivated individuals to join our team. We have openings in both Bailiff and Civil Process roles. These positions play a key part in supporting daily courtroom operations and delivering essential judicial services.

If you''re looking for a role where you can contribute to the safety, order, and efficiency of our court system, we encourage you to apply.

• The role of Bailiff maintains peace, order, and security within the courtroom. Starting salary is $18.52 hourly.
• The role of Civil Process is responsible to process and serve legal documents within assigned geographic areas. Starting salary is $18.52 hourly.

Job Description:

Why Work with Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Learn more about St. Louis County benefits: Saint Louis County Employee Benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: We participate in this program to support your financial future. Learn more about the program: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage veterans and individuals with military experience to apply as your skills and discipline align well with the responsibilities of these positions.

Current and qualified applications will be considered to establish an Eligible List to fill current and future vacancies. Applications are valid for six months after the date of submission. If you are not notified within six months, you will need to reapply.

Key Responsibilities for the Bailiff Position:

• Maintains security by inspecting and securing the courtroom, surrounding hallways and doors, and the judge's chamber before and after court sessions.
• Maintains order by observing courtroom proceedings to prevent unnecessary disruptions and taking custody of individuals as instructed by the judge.
• Provides 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.
• Provides assistance to the judge and courtroom personnel by reviewing courtroom documents for completion, serving legal papers, and by filing, retrieving, and faxing documents.
• Responds to medical emergencies as appropriate.
• Successfully completes in-service trainings.
• Exercises appropriate judgement in use of personal protection items.
• Carries personal protection items in approved manner.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Key Responsibilities for the Civil Process Position:

• Receives, processes, and documents proper service of legal papers as prescribed by law, using a personal vehicle, to residents and businesses.
• Performs administrative duties in the office regarding civil process and execution.
• Serves as bailiff on an as-needed basis to maintain order and to ensure the courts run smoothly.
• Successfully completes in-service trainings.
• Exercises appropriate judgement in use of personal protection items.
• Carries personal protection items in approved manner.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bailiff:

Equivalent to one year of professional work experience in execution of civil and criminal processes (law enforcement, investigations, corrections, enforcement positions, or Deputy Sheriff positions).

Special Requirements (Bailiff):

• Current CPR (Adult and Child) and AED certification is required within 90 days of employment
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Must maintain qualifying standards in both the handgun and TASER within 6 months of hire
• Must possess and maintain a department-approved personal handgun in good working conditions for work shifts within 30 days of employment
• May be required to possess and maintain a department-approved personal TASER in good working condition for work shifts

Civil Process:

Equivalent to one year of professional work experience in execution of civil or criminal processes (law enforcement, investigations, corrections, enforcement positions, or Deputy Sheriff positions).

Special Requirements (Civil Process):

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Use of a personal vehicle is required; mileage will be reimbursed in accordance with federal guidelines
• Must maintain qualifying standards in both the handgun and TASER within 6 months of hire
• Must possess and maintain a department-approved personal handgun in good working condition for work shifts within 30 days of start date

Pre-Employment Process Requirements:

Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant education, experience, responses to supplemental questions, and other work-related information provided on the application. Resumes are supplementary and do not replace the required application.

All candidates will receive notifications regarding application status once determined. Status updates are provided via email and can be found within each candidate's Workday profile.

Responses that qualified candidates provide to the application questions will count as 100% of their final evaluation score. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. The five highest-ranking candidates will be referred to the Department Director/Appointing Authority for final selection.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Candidates extended a conditional offer must successfully complete all required pre‑employment screenings. These screenings include a drug test administered at no cost to the applicant by a certified laboratory and a background check evaluating the recency and relevance of the candidate's history to the position. Candidates must complete the drug test within 48 hours of receiving a conditional offer; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of the offer.

At St. Louis County, we're not just about jobs, we're about opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

St. Louis County is committed to fair and equitable employment opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or political affiliation.

St. Louis County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the application or hiring process should contact the St. Louis County ADA Coordinator at 314-615-1796 or call Relay MO at 711 or 1-800-735-2966 (TTY) or email dlancaster@stlouiscountymo.gov.