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Bailiff

Operational-level

Also known as: Armed Bailiff, Bailiff, Bailiff Deputy, City Bailiff

Government & Public ServicesBachelor's Degree

Job Description

As a Bailiff, you maintain order and safety within courtrooms, working closely with judges, legal teams, and the public. Day to day, you monitor proceedings, enforce rules, escort individuals, and manage evidence, all while communicating clearly and listening actively. This indoor role requires precision and strong observation skills, making it suitable for those who can think critically and interact with many different people in a structured environment. You'll need to be exact and accurate in your duties.
Criminal JusticeLaw EnforcementCourtroom SecurityJudicial AdministrationPublic ServiceSecurity ManagementPolice & MilitaryGovernment

A Day in the Life

You arrive at the Clark County Municipal Court building just before 7:30 AM. After clocking in, you head to the locker room to put on your crisp uniform and duty belt, equipped with your radio, handcuffs, and a small first-aid kit. You grab your daily court docket, noting the two hearings scheduled for Judge Chen's courtroom today. Before court opens, you perform a quick visual inspection of the courtroom itself, ensuring all furniture is in place and the area is secure for the day’s proceedings.

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

In-demand software
Microsoft Office software

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Projected growth

-1.9%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

1,600

per year (US)

Jobs today

18,000

in 2025 → 17,700 (2035)

Typical entry education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
Moderate
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
High
Time pressure
Moderate
Time spent sitting
Moderate
Working outdoors
Low
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
High
Level of competition
Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Stable Job Market

The career outlook for Bailiffs is stable, with about 1,600 openings projected each year through 2035. While overall employment is expected to decrease slightly by 1.9% in the next decade, the median annual wage is around $56,600. People in this role can move into court supervision or broader law enforcement positions.

Career ladder

Often before this role

  • Security Guard
  • Court Clerk Assistant
  • Correctional Officer

Where it can lead

  • Court Supervisor
  • Law Enforcement Officer
  • Judicial Assistant

Impact of AI on this Job

AI's impact on bailiffs in the next 5-10 years will likely involve enhanced surveillance systems and predictive analytics for security threats, potentially reducing the need for constant human monitoring in certain areas. However, the core function of human presence, conflict resolution, and immediate physical response will remain crucial, as AI cannot fully replace the human element in maintaining order and ensuring personal safety within a courtroom.