According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Screen persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband. | 94% |
| Escort prisoners to and from courthouse and maintain custody of prisoners during court proceedings. | 91% |
| Maintain order in courtroom during trial and guard jury from outside contact. | 89% |
| Provide security by patrolling interior and exterior of courthouse and escorting judges and other court employees. | 88% |
| Guard lodging of sequestered jury. | 88% |
| Enforce courtroom rules of behavior and warn persons not to smoke or disturb court procedure. | 87% |
| Arrest persons in court when arrest warrants have been issued. | 86% |
| Report need for police or medical assistance to sheriff's office. | 84% |
| Maintain court docket. | 81% |
| Check courtroom for security and cleanliness and assure availability of sundry supplies, such as notepads, for use by judge, jurors, and attorneys. | 81% |
| Stop people from entering courtroom while judge charges jury. | 81% |
| Screen, control, and handle evidence and exhibits during court proceedings. | 80% |
| Provide assistance to the public, such as directions to court offices. | 79% |
| Announce entrance of judge. | 78% |
| Provide jury escort to restaurant and other areas outside of courtroom to prevent jury contact with public. | 76% |
