Assistant Marshal
Description:
Salary : $63,897.60 - $94,515.20 Annually
Location : St. Croix, VI
Job Type: Exempt
Job Number: 201904818
Department: Judicial Branch STX
Opening Date: 07/17/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
This is administrative and supervisory work in assisting in the direction of the Office of the Virgin Islands' Marshal (OVIM). Work involves planning, directing, and supervision of the activities of the Chief of Court Security, all Deputy Marshals, and clerical staff and the maintenance of record keeping systems which verify the service of process and compliance with court orders. Work also involves the assignment of Deputy Marshals to duties involving courtroom security, transportation, and security for personnel. Work is performed with substantial independence and is reviewed by the Chief Marshal through conferences and reports.
Duties and Responsibilities
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed)
Coordinates activities of the Division, including scheduling work assignments, deployment of staff, and transmitting orders to deputy marshals for execution.
Conducts meetings of deputy marshals to evaluate operations and/or efficiency of squad members as well as individual performance.
Requisitions equipment and/or services for Division and assumes responsibility for receipt of items.
Writes reports concerning Division activities to the Chief Marshal as requested.
Conducts training sessions within Division; may conduct training with other court personnel, and assume field command of Division during emergency operations.
Arranges the commitment and movement of convicted felons to prison.
Secures and ensures compliance with legal advice in connection with arrests and/or property seizures.
Investigates civilian complaints against Division members and determines action to be taken based on evidence secured and after consultation with the Chief Marshal.
Coordinates the work of the Marshals' Office as it directly relates to the Superior Court and with other law enforcement agencies.
Trains new recruits and administers in-service and annual training to existing marshals.
Provides security for Court Clerks and/or Cashiers making bank deposits and for witnesses and other key figures in court cases.
Schedules deputy marshals for monthly duty for lockups, security, traffic arraignment, or sentencing court sessions.
Schedules Division vehicles for service or repair as required.
Administers the electronic monitoring of the house arrest program for defendants.
Acts in the capacity of the Chief Marshal during absences.
Accompanies deputy marshals where there is difficult service, move outs, or attachment of property.
Provides planning and staffing for special events such as, visits by dignitaries, funerals or natural disasters.
Participates in interviewing applicants and may make hiring recommendations.
Supervises Chief of Court Security.
Other duties as assigned or required. Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school (or equivalent) and two to three years experience as a Deputy Marshal IV OR five years experience as a Deputy Marshal III or Courtroom Deputy Marshal (plus higher education degree plus four years supervisory law enforcement experience) OR fifteen to eighteen years comparable experience in law enforcement, including seven years supervisory experience.
Position Factors
Thorough knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the service of process.
Thorough knowledge of courtroom proceedings and security requirements pertaining to the role of a courtroom deputy marshal.
Thorough knowledge of a variety of court documents designed to achieve notification of parties and compliance with court orders.
Thorough knowledge of courtroom security and prisoner transfer.
Thorough knowledge of the methods of meeting and tactfully dealing with the public.
Thorough knowledge of the geography of St. Thomas, St. Croix, or St. John as required by the position.
Considerable knowledge of the methods of supervision and organization of work.
Ability to plan and coordinate administrative activities.
Ability to train, supervise, and assign work to staff.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to interview and question individuals.
Skill in the operation of a motor vehicle and two-way radio.
Skill in the use of a firearm, handcuffs, pepper spray, baton, and stun gun.
The Judiciary of the U.S. Virgin Islands offers talented and motivated individuals an opportunity to work in an environment committed to upholding justice and dispensing the law, as well as a platform to make an impact on your community. We offer a challenging but rewarding workplace with excellent benefit packages, cutting edge technology, opportunities for training, networking, growth, interaction with diverse teams, and fulfilling careers for new and experienced professionals. Join a team that will unlock your full potential and direct you a long-term career path that will catapult you to excellence!
Our Competitive Benefits!
The judiciary offers our employees a satisfying and rewarding career with comprehensive benefits including:
• Professional Growth and Advancement
• Stable Employment
• Training Opportunities
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life & AD & D Insurance
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance
• 19 Paid Holidays
• 13 Paid Vacation Days in First Year
• 19 Paid Vacation Days in Third Year
• 13 Paid Sick Leave Days per Year
• Uniform
• Telework
• Health & Fitness Policy
• Retirement Benefits
• Worker's Compensation
• Extended Sick Leave
• Regular Work Schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Health and Wellness Initiatives
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Care Coverage
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Injury Insurance
It is the continuing policy of the Judiciary of the Virgin Islands to afford equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their sex, race, creed, disability, or national origin, and to conform to applicable laws and regulations. Equal opportunity encompasses all aspects of employment practices to include, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, layoffs, recall from layoffs, discipline, and department-sponsored educational, social, and recreational programs. Additionally, it is the policy of this department to provide its members a viable means for communicating and resolving grievances and complaints regarding unlawful discriminatory employment practices.
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What is your highest level of education?
High School Diploma/GED
Some College
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
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How many years of experience do you have as a Deputy Marshal IV?
No experience
One year of experience
Two to three years of experience
Four or more years of experience
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How many years of experience do you have as a Deputy Marshal III?
No experience
Six months to one year of experience
Two to four years of experience
Five or more years of experience
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How many years of supervisory experience do you have in law enforcement?
No experience
Six months to one year of experience
Two to three years of experience
Four to six years of experience
Seven or more years of experience
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How many years of experience do you have in law enforcement?
No experience
One to five years of experience
Six to ten years of experience
Fifteen to eighteen years of experience
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How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
No experience
One to three years of experience
Four to six years of experience
Seven or more years of experience
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How many years of experience do you have as a Courtroom Deputy Marshal?
No experience
Six months to a year of experience
Two to four years of experience
Five or more years of experience
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