Jailer
This is a continuous recruitment and may close without notice. Prompt application is strongly encouraged. Lateral appointments may be made at Step 2, 3, or 4, depending on qualifications. An eligibility list will be established from this recruitment to fill current and future vacancies. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply.
JOB SUMMARY A Jailer is a non-sworn, uniformed position in the Police Department. Under general supervision operates and maintains prisoner custody facilities, processes and cares for the health, safety and welfare, and transport of persons in custody, and does other related work as assigned.
Examples Of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Receives, processes, and searches prisoners.
- Books, photographs, and fingerprints suspects; oversees permitted phone calls.
- Maintains records related to suspects in custody.
- Observes and routinely checks persons in custody to assure their health and safety.
- Issues food and supplies; checks and maintains inventory.
- Returns prisoners' property upon release.
- Prepares prisoners for court appearances and transports and releases prisoners to the custody of the court.
- Performs routine housekeeping duties on weekends.
- Accesses CAL-ID for proof of prisoner identification when necessary.
- Successfully completes 24 hour annual training program and all other in-service training as required.
- Fingerprints and registers parolees, sex offenders, and job applicants.
Typical Qualifications
Required Knowledge: Knowledge of principles and practices related to the operations of a jail facility; effective communication practices and techniques both oral and written including knowledge of correct English usage; and principles and methods of record keeping as applied to jail operations. Proficiency using a personal computer is desirable. Knowledge of effective personal relations practices so as to deal effectively with the public and prisoners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: College level coursework in liberal arts, public administration, police science or closely related field desirable. Experience: Experience working in a position performing custodial care duties and/or dealing with members of the public. License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record. Background check: Ability to successfully pass an intensive background check. Working conditions: Must have the physical strength necessary to restrain and control combative or uncooperative individuals. Individuals in this position will be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Physical Requirements: This position also requires extensive and repetitive physical activity involving the arms, wrists, and hands, including writing and using a keyboard. It also requires physical abilities associated with the ability to read, write and communicate in a work environment requiring no extraordinary physical strength or other special physical qualifications.
Supplemental Information
Applicants whose qualifications most closely match the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The process includes the following steps:
- Panel Interview
- Comprehensive Background Check, which includes: Live Scan fingerprinting Polygraph examination
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination
- Psychological Evaluation
- Drug Screening (required for safety-sensitive positions; provided at no cost to the candidate)
Candidates are requested to provide specific information regarding their education and experience as it relates to the position by completing all fields of the application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Do not include text or attached resumes, as they will not be accepted or reviewed in the application process. Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, physical examination, practical exercise and interview evaluation. Please notify the Human Resources Division 72 hours in advance of the test date if you have a disability which requires accommodation for the testing process. The eligibility list will be in effect for one (1) year, unless exhausted sooner. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill lower-level vacancies which occur during the life of the list.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The City of West Covina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: The City will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.
Jailer
This is a continuous recruitment and may close without notice. Prompt application is strongly encouraged. Lateral appointments may be made at Step 2, 3, or 4, depending on qualifications. An eligibility list will be established from this recruitment to fill current and future vacancies. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply.
JOB SUMMARY A Jailer is a non-sworn, uniformed position in the Police Department. Under general supervision operates and maintains prisoner custody facilities, processes and cares for the health, safety and welfare, and transport of persons in custody, and does other related work as assigned.
Examples Of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Receives, processes, and searches prisoners.
- Books, photographs, and fingerprints suspects; oversees permitted phone calls.
- Maintains records related to suspects in custody.
- Observes and routinely checks persons in custody to assure their health and safety.
- Issues food and supplies; checks and maintains inventory.
- Returns prisoners' property upon release.
- Prepares prisoners for court appearances and transports and releases prisoners to the custody of the court.
- Performs routine housekeeping duties on weekends.
- Accesses CAL-ID for proof of prisoner identification when necessary.
- Successfully completes 24 hour annual training program and all other in-service training as required.
- Fingerprints and registers parolees, sex offenders, and job applicants.
Typical Qualifications
Required Knowledge: Knowledge of principles and practices related to the operations of a jail facility; effective communication practices and techniques both oral and written including knowledge of correct English usage; and principles and methods of record keeping as applied to jail operations. Proficiency using a personal computer is desirable. Knowledge of effective personal relations practices so as to deal effectively with the public and prisoners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: College level coursework in liberal arts, public administration, police science or closely related field desirable. Experience: Experience working in a position performing custodial care duties and/or dealing with members of the public. License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record. Background check: Ability to successfully pass an intensive background check. Working conditions: Must have the physical strength necessary to restrain and control combative or uncooperative individuals. Individuals in this position will be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Physical Requirements: This position also requires extensive and repetitive physical activity involving the arms, wrists, and hands, including writing and using a keyboard. It also requires physical abilities associated with the ability to read, write and communicate in a work environment requiring no extraordinary physical strength or other special physical qualifications.
Supplemental Information
Applicants whose qualifications most closely match the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The process includes the following steps:
- Panel Interview
- Comprehensive Background Check, which includes: Live Scan fingerprinting Polygraph examination
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination
- Psychological Evaluation
- Drug Screening (required for safety-sensitive positions; provided at no cost to the candidate)
Candidates are requested to provide specific information regarding their education and experience as it relates to the position by completing all fields of the application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Do not include text or attached resumes, as they will not be accepted or reviewed in the application process. Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, physical examination, practical exercise and interview evaluation. Please notify the Human Resources Division 72 hours in advance of the test date if you have a disability which requires accommodation for the testing process. The eligibility list will be in effect for one (1) year, unless exhausted sooner. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill lower-level vacancies which occur during the life of the list.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The City of West Covina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: The City will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.
