Part-Time Court Bailiff

Part-Time Court Bailiff

Salary

$35.00 Hourly

Location

Missouri City, TX

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

06112026

Department

Municipal Court

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits

Definition

This is a part-time sworn officer position with the City's Municipal Court. This is not a civil service position with the Police Department. This position provides security to the court in different areas, including the courtroom and lobby; incumbent may execute warrants as assigned by the Director of Court Services. Work schedule may vary and assigned as needed by the Court. This position reports to the Director of Court Services.

Examples of Work

• Protects the Court by providing security for its officers and all associated with its proceedings;
• Maintains decorum of the courtroom; collects and retains unauthorized weapons from persons entering the courtroom; maintains order of the court lobby;
• Assists with court proceedings by announcing the entrance of the Judge; assembling and segregating witnesses and jurors from all other citizens during trials; answers and explains court procedures to defendants and citizens as needed;
• Provides collection and warrant resolution support by contacting defendants by telephone; sending warrant letters and/or postcards; executing warrants
• Provides administrative support by verifying correction of various vehicle violations; provide any monthly/quarterly reporting as needed;
• Maintains the courtroom and jury assembly room by arranging seating; maintains courtroom equipment; ensures the orderliness of the courtroom appearance;
• Other duties include assisting court staff with data entry; confirming addresses and phone numbers for warranted cases (skip tracing);
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Deputy Court Administrator and the Director of Court Services;
• Subject to 24-hour recall.

Education, Experience, or Certification

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) and a minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a police officer; prefer municipal court bailiff and/or warrant officer experience. Must hold a valid TCOLE Peace Officer Certificate. Must pass the bi-annual firearms qualification.

Supplemental Information

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITSThe City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 300 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.

BENEFITSMedical Plans (Three Options)

• UnitedHealthcare - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)

• Plan Type: High Deductible Medical Health Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare

• Deductibles:

• Single: $2,000 annually

• Family: $4,000 annually

• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

• Single: $4,000 annually

• Family: $8,000 annually

• Additional Details:

• Employee pays dependent premiums

• Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Provider: H.S.A. Bank

• Features:

• Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses

• Contribution Limits:

• Employee only: $4,300 (IRS Limit)

• Employee & Family: $8,550 (IRS Limit)

• Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000

• City Contributions:

• Employee only: $1,250

• Employee & Family: $2,250

• Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee

• PPO Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare

• Deductibles:

• Single: $1,000 annually

• Family: $2,000 annually

• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

• Single: $3,000 annually

• Family: $6,000 annually

• Prescription Drug Co-pays:

• Generic: $10

• Preferred: $40

• Non-Preferred: $80

• HMO Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare

• Deductibles:

• Single: $1,000 annually

• Family: $2,000 annually

• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

• Single: $4,000 annually

• Family: $8,000 annually

• Prescription Drug Co-pays:

• Generic: $10

• Preferred: $45

• Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

• DHMO Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare

• Features:

• No deductible

• No annual maximum

• Member co-pay depends on the procedure

• PPO Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare

• Features:

• $1,500 per person annual maximum

• $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare

• Features:

• No deductible

Life Insurance

• Provider: Ochs Securian Financial

• Coverage:

• $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)

• $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)

• Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

• Provider: Flores

• Features:

• Pre-tax Medical Spending Account

• Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

• Provider: Aflac

• Accident

• Cancer

• Heart/Stroke

• Intensive Care

• Short-Term Disability

• Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

• Statewide retirement system

• 7% employee contribution

• City contributes 2 to 1

• Visit TMRS for more information

Optional Deferred Compensation

• 457 Plan and ROTH-457B available through MissionSquare

Other Benefits

Holidays

• 13 paid holidays per calendar year:

• New Year's Day

• Martin Luther King Jr. Day

• Good Friday

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Friday after Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Eve

• Christmas Day

• One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

• Earned based on years of service:

• 0-5 years: 14 days

• 6 years: 15 days

• 7 years: 16 days

• 8 years: 17 days

• 9 years: 18 days

• 10-14 years: 19 days

• 15 years or more: 20 days

• Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.

Sick Leave

• 6 days per calendar year with unlimited accrual.

Educational Reimbursement

• With prior approval of the employees supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employees current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year. Contact the Citys HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Provider: Alliance Work Partners

• 8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.

Wellness Program

• Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.

Fun Benefits

• Annual events like the Employee Thanksgiving Luncheon, Christmas Holiday Party, and Public Service Recognition Week.

Employer City of Missouri City

Address 1522 Texas Parkway

Missouri City, Texas, 77489

Phone (281) 403-8500

Website http://missouricitytx.gov