Bailiff- Marion Superior Court Criminal Div.
City of Indianapolis
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Bailiff IHC
City of Indianapolis
Marion County Circuit and Superior Courts
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204
Salary
From $36,785
per year
Type
Closes
January 13, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This bailiff role supports court judges and staff by managing schedules, handling administrative tasks during sessions, and assisting with public inquiries in a non-security capacity.
It involves a mix of in-person and remote work to keep court operations running smoothly.
Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented individuals with strong computer and communication skills who enjoy helping people in a busy legal environment.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education preferred
- Proven strong computer skills for data entry, updating, and research
- Excellent organizational skills with strict attention to detail and multitasking ability
- Exceptional communication skills to interact with diverse groups, including the public and attorneys
- Ability to schedule hearings, prepare dockets, and manage court calendars
- Experience or willingness to assist in court proceedings, such as monitoring recordings and handling evidence
- Marion County residency required within six months of hire; bilingual skills in Spanish, ASL, Burmese, or Haitian Creole offer salary enhancements
Full Job Description
The Bailiff provides assistance to the Judge and Court by conducting open court sessions, both remote and in person, and assisting in the operation of the court. *This is not a security/law enforcement position.*
Requirements
- May assist with court sessions.
- Schedules court hearings on case management system; prepares the docket; monitors court files for pleadings and/or the Judge’s rulings; accurately and timely updates cases in case management system.
- Assists judicial officers and staff during court proceedings, including: calling cases; monitoring the audio recording equipment; creating and maintaining log notes; accepting, marking and maintaining evidence.
- Answers court telephones and responds to questions from court representatives and the general public.
- Assists with effective management of the court calendar through confirmation of hearings with attorneys and stakeholders.
- Assists with other duties and responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Post-secondary education beneficial. Proven accomplished computer skills required. The bailiff duties involve an extensive amount of computer entry, updating, and information research. Excellent organizational skills and strict attention to details are critical, with the ability to multi-task extremely beneficial. Exceptional communication skills are required, with the ability to interact with diverse groups of individuals.
Salary enhancements for bi-lingual skills in Spanish, ASL, Burmese, or Haitian Creole are available, as are salary enhancements for an Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree.
The hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 10:30a-6:00p. This can include holidays.Marion County residency is required within six months of hire.
To apply, please email your resume to Judge Jeffrey Marchal at Jeffrey.Marchal@indy.gov by Monday, January 12, 2026.
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