Civil Process

The Civil Process Division consists of a total of four employees, one which is a supervisor (Corporal).  This Division is also overseen by a Sergeant which also supervises two other Divisions (Bailiff's and Court Security).

The job duties of the civil process division are to serve and handle all types of court documents consisting of: Orders of Protection (Adult and Child), Subpoenas, Summons, and Garnishments.  Other duties of the civil process server are to execute Evictions, Replevins, and Levies.  Some of these duties require the Deputy to seize and later auction off property with a judgment issued from the courts.

These Deputies utilize a county issued unit which allows them to conduct their duties.  Civil Process Deputies are required to have good communication skills with the public, Sheriff’s Office employees, and all court employees.  The Civil Process Deputy is also required to assist if needed with the Patrol, Transportation, and Courts Divisions.

Bailiffs

Jasper County Sheriff’s Office has eight full-time bailiffs, consisting of a Sergeant and Corporal within the Division.  Seven of them are assigned to each Division with the Sergeant being a “floater” when needed.  Bailiff duties include being responsible for the safety of all persons in the courtroom, including court personnel and the audience.  Bailiffs are responsible for making arrests, overseeing the security of any inmates who are in the courtroom, and keeping order in the court.  Bailiffs need to have excellent communication skills with the public, judges and court reporters, as well as being able to work well with the Transportation Division.

Courthouse Security

Jasper County Sheriff’s Office has three full-time, and one part time Courthouse Security Officers.  They are responsible for security of both Carthage and Joplin Courthouses.  Duties include securing the outside perimeter of the building, basic knowledge of the RSMO, and must be able to run the x-ray machine and metal detector.  They must also have basic knowledge of where officers are in the buildings, and need to have excellent communication skills with the public, judges, and court employees.