Under direction, performs one or more functions in the following areas: maintaining order and security in the courtroom, serving court processes, criminal identification, ballistics and investigation, and apprehension of violators of the law; does related work as required.

NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Makes arrangements as required for the sequestering of juries such as arranging for their lodging, food, and general welfare during trials.

Executes bench warrants when issued by the court in the failure of a witness who has been subpoenaed to appear in court and who has failed to obey said subpoena.

Keeps necessary records.

If necessary, guards prisoners in a courtroom; when necessary, subdues, restrains, and physically removes unruly individuals from a courtroom.

As assigned and in accordance with state statute, may apprehend, arrest, and assist in the conviction of offenders against the law.

Performs the office and field work necessary to serve and execute writs and other legal papers and documents such as court orders, summonses, subpoenas, writs of attachment, writs of replevin, writs of arrest and indictment, and such other documents directed to the Sheriff.

Executes complaints directed by the Superior Court, County Court, and Chancery Division of the Superior Court.

Collects monies to satisfy legal debts as ordered by the court.

Posts notices of public sales, records daily writs, papers and documents processed, served, and executed.

Serves warrants for commitment.

Interviews persons for physical descriptions and information for recording on fingerprint cards, criminal records, alias cards, and other required records.

Takes fingerprints, analyzes, indexes, classifies, and files according to the Henry System and F.B.I. modifications, and searches files for prior records.

Takes photographs, mixes development solutions, develops negatives and makes prints and enlargements; photostats records, documents, and the like.

Takes photographs of crimes; searches for and lifts latent prints with fingerprint powder.

Assists with the exchange of information between federal, state, county, and municipal law enforcement authorities by receiving, transmitting, and preparing records and reports, using a variety of communication techniques and equipment.

Enters, retrieves, and provides information about persons and vehicles to law enforcement agencies via a computer terminal.

Testifies in court as a fingerprint expert as required.

May take the lead over clerical or other personnel assigned to an identification unit.

Maintains files of identification cards, photographs, criminal records, alias cards, fingerprint records, wanted circulars, modus operandi files, and other similar records by manually posting or typing additional information in order to keep records current.

Keeps suitable records and files.

May operate a motor vehicle for transporting prisoners to various locations.

Is responsible for the care, custody, and security of prisoners while being transported to various locations.

Makes certain that prisoners are properly manacled or otherwise restrained.

Conducts investigations of criminal and other matters.

Locates and apprehends violators of the law.

Conducts investigations of suspected criminal activities and prepares reports of same.

Participates in raids.

Serves warrants for the apprehension and arrest of individuals named in such warrants.

Receives processes and serves court orders and warrants for the extradition of individuals to and from other jurisdictions.

Conducts special investigations as assigned.

Collects and preserves evidence and/or various substances and materials obtained in criminal cases.

Conducts classes and lectures on such matters as the use and abuse of dangerous drugs such as narcotics, forensic topics, or other departmental functions.

Gives talks before various groups on a variety of law enforcement matters.

On assignment, works with the task force as an undercover agent on cases involved with gambling, organized crime, narcotics and dangerous drugs.

Pursues on foot individuals attempting to avoid apprehension which may involve running a long distance and climbing obstacles.

Restrains those being arrested or under arrest who may resist strenuously and violently.

Runs up and/or down stairs in pursuit of individuals.

Pulls or carries victims from vehicles or buildings during fire or other emergencies.

Physically subdues mentally disturbed individuals as necessary.

Assists in the control of crowds at various gatherings or in civil disorder control.

Provides security at public functions where dignitaries may be present.

Moves equipment associated with riot control such as tear gas generator, barricades, weapons, ammunition, and so forth., and other materials and supplies.

Operates a variety of communication equipment to provide continuity in communications and proper flow of information between law enforcement and public safety agencies.

May perform patrol functions when applicable or required.

Directs flow of vehicular traffic during certain public events or during time of emergency.

Provides security at county facilities.

Conducts crime scene searches for physical evidence.

Quells disturbances.

Restrains individuals who make or attempt an attack, assault, or an aggressive act against the judge, court personnel or litigants, and other parties appearing in a courtroom and adjacent areas.

Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.