Bailiffs provide daily security to the courts in four different locations, including auxiliary courtrooms for visiting judges. Bailiffs are generally responsible for security, the transportation of prisoners, the execution of warrants, and serving civil papers. Bailiff duties are conducted with full-time Sheriff’s Deputies and a pool of part-time Bailiffs who can be assigned to the courts as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Must meet the current requirements for Deputy Sheriff, except for any college requirements.
  • Must be compliant with TCOLE weapons qualification requirements.
  • F-5 shall show an Honorable Discharge from each agency served with a minimum of five (5) years of continuous service from a single agency.

For more information on the application process, qualifications, and the benefits we offer, please contact our Personnel Section directly at recruiting@dallascounty.org or 214-741-1094.

Applications can be made via this website here.