Superior Court of the Virgin Islands

District of St. Croix

DEPUTY MARSHAL I

NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY

EXTERNAL/INTERNAL POSTING

Nature of Work

            This is responsible entry level work involving the service of summonses, subpoenas, warrants of arrest, and other civil process over the geographical area served by the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands.

            Work involves responsibility for the performance of duties which serve to notify parties of pending court actions.  Work also involves picking up and transporting individuals and court officials and providing security for them and when assigned, maintaining order in court.  Work is performed under supervision and is in accordance with standardized procedures.  Review of work is through conferences and on the basis of results obtained.

Essential Functions (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed)

·         Serves summonses, subpoenas, orders, and other court process issued by the Clerk of the Court directing parties to appear in court at a certain time or to comply with orders of the court.

·         Travels over wide area served by the court in order to accomplish notification of parties and deliver instruments.

·         Keeps a log of papers received and those served.

·         Makes inquiries of people and checks various reference sources in order to ascertain the whereabouts of an individual to accomplish service of process.

·         Escorts court employees when making bank deposits.

·         Attends sessions of the court when so assigned to maintain order and decorum and provide protection to court personnel, jurors, lawyers, witnesses, and court visitors.

·         May have to perform functions of Court Security Officers, as necessary.

·         Other duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

            Some knowledge of a variety of legal documents designed to achieve notification of parties and compliance with court orders.

            Some knowledge of the methods of meeting and tactfully dealing with the public.

            Some knowledge of the geography of the U.S. Virgin Islands or the ability to acquire such knowledge.

            Some knowledge of court proceedings.

            Ability to communicate and speak effectively.

Ability to interview and question individuals.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all persons contacted during the course of work.

            Ability to keep simple records.

            Skill in the operation of a motor vehicle and two-way radio.

            Skill in the use of a firearm, handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton.

Working Conditions

            Work is performed primarily in the field, an automobile or courtroom.  May encounter hostile individuals when serving court documents or making an arrest.  Must be able to physically restrain abusive or threatening individuals.

Physical Demands

            Extended periods of sitting in a vehicle, walking and standing in a courtroom.  May be required to transfer items less than 25 pounds, such as, papers and files.

Qualifications (Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, abilities and skills listed above.  An example of an acceptable qualification for this position is:)

Graduation from high school (or its equivalent) and some experience (three to six months) in law enforcement or military training.  Special consideration is given for relevant educational experience and training.

Licensure, Certification, and Other Requirements

            Licensure:  Possession of a current driver’s license valid in the U.S. Virgin Islands is required.

Certification:  Certification of completion of training at the Virgin Islands Police Academy is required.  Periodic recertification in the use of a firearm is required.

Other Requirements:  Must be at least age 21.

Salary Range:  $29,864 – 48,935

FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS:

To apply, please submit a letter of application, a current resume, and other relevant documents,

no later than Tuesday, July 29, 2014, to:

Director of Human Resources

c/o Assistant Director of Human Resources

Superior Court of the Virgin Islands

R.H. Amphlett Leader Justice Complex

P.O. Box 929; Christiansted, VI  00821

Phone: 340-713-6648 Fax: 340-713-6605

E-mail:  human.resources@visuperiorcourt.org

The Superior Court of the Virgin Islands is an equal opportunity employer.

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS:

To apply, please submit an employment application (available at the Superior Court or at www.visuperiorcourt.org), a current resume, a copy of high school diploma/degree/certification(s), police record check and other relevant documents, no later than Tuesday, July 29, 2014, to:

Director of Human Resources

c/o Assistant Director of Human Resources

Superior Court of the Virgin Islands

R. H. Amphlett Leader Justice Complex; P.O. Box 929

Christiansted, St. Croix, VI  00821

Phone: 340-713-6648 Fax: 340-713-6605

E-mail:  human.resources@visuperiorcourt.org

The Superior Court of the Virgin Islands is an equal opportunity employer.

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