Court Services Deputy - Part Time

Livingston County was named a 2024 Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press! Based solely on employee feedback, the Top Workplace title is a badge of honor for the County. With over 700 employees serving within 18 departments, 6 elected offices, and 3 Courts, Livingston County's top priority is providing effective and efficient services that improve the quality of life for all of our residents..

About Us :

We are located in Southeast Michigan and are one of the fastest growing counties in Michigan. Livingston County consists of 16 townships, 2 villages and 2 cities. The county contains a diverse mix of rural agricultural areas, historic downtowns, suburban development, lake-side living and large recreational lands. Home to two metro parks (Kensington and Huron Meadows), 3 state recreation areas (Island Lake, Brighton, and Pinckney), 1 state park (Lakelands Trail), 2 state game areas, 1 wildlife area, 2 Livingston County parks (Lutz and Fillmore), and numerous local parks, Livingston County has an abundance of recreational opportunities. Livingston County offers 163 park acres per 1,000 residents, more than any other county in Southeast Michigan.

Position Summary :

Under the supervision of the Sheriff and a designated command officer, is assigned four primary duties including judicial security, courtroom security, building security and ancillary support security functions. From an overall perspective, is responsible for providing a safe environment for the citizens, courts and employees of the facility to which he / she is assigned.

As a member of the Livingston County Court Security Unit of the Sheriff's Office, the Court Services Unit Deputy may be assigned to perform court security and bailiff duties at any County court facility as well as the Law Center.

Benefits with this Position Include :

• Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
• Paid sick days accrued at 1 hour per every 30 hours worked.
• 4 hours of paid personal time per year.
• Up to $300 annual Wellness reimbursement
• & $100 incentive for completing your annual physical & Health Assessment.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pro-rated based on the DOH

Pay Rate Information :

The Court Services Deputy position is a part-time, non-union position and starting pay is $22.09 / hr . This position is eligible for step pay increases within our Non-Union Grade 4 Wage Scale . Top end of the current wage scale for this position is $27.98 / hr . This is a part-time position, with an average of 20 hours per week.

Essential Job Functions :

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications :

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Requirements include the following :

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate in person and by telephone, read regular and small print, view and produce written and electronic documents, inspect materials and explain procedures. The employee must be mobile with the ability to stand, sit, stoop and kneel, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must lift or push / pull objects of up to 75 lbs. without assistance and be physically able to restrain unruly individuals.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a courtroom or security setting, possibly in dangerous law enforcement situations. The noise level in the work environment can range from quiet to loud, depending on the assignment.