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Bailiffs in Virginia

Bailiffs maintain order and security in courtrooms and other legal settings. They enforce court rules, manage custody of defendants, and ensure courtroom proceedings run smoothly In Virginia the median pay is $62,290 a year, 10% above the national median of $56,600.

$62,290median pay in Virginia, per year
$47,950–$78,870middle half earn
320employed in Virginia
$56,600U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.

Skills that matter most

Social PerceptivenessSpeakingMonitoringActive ListeningJudgment and Decision MakingCritical ThinkingTime ManagementReading Comprehension

Knowledge areas

Public Safety and SecurityLaw and GovernmentEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServicePsychologyAdministration and Management

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Licenses and training in Virginia

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O*NET-SOC 33-3011.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Virginia, annual.