Jailer

This recruitment will have a limited filing period. Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice.

Under general supervision, the Jailer enforces and ensures the safety and well-being of detainees and arrestees until their release including the transportation of arrestees to outside facilities. Furthermore, this position is responsible for processing the admission and release of persons in custody including preparing booking reports and release forms, fingerprinting, photographing and safeguarding property entrusted to their care.

• Completion of the twelfth grade (12th) or equivalent.
• Familiarity with principles and practices of prisoner supervision and control.
• Knowledge of security considerations and measures in a jail environment.

• Enforce laws, rules, and regulations in the detainment of arrestees and inmates.
• Gain compliance from and restrain individuals consistent with departmental policies and procedures.
• Search arrestees held in custody to identify contraband and possible dangerous items.
• Assist officers in preparing prisoners for court appearances and transporting and releasing prisoners to the custody of the court.
• Interpret, apply, and explain policies, procedures, regulations, ordinances, codes, and regulations.
• Assess situations while remaining calm and using sound, independent judgment.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and written records of work performed.
• Compile and summarize information and data to prepare accurate, clear, and concise reports.
• Safely and effectively use and operate specialized equipment required for the work.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License. To be maintained throughout employment.
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass the Basic Riverside County Corrections Academy within 12 months of employment.
• Candidates with prior jailer experience are highly desirable.

• Accountability- The Corona Police Department is a professional police agency staffed by individuals who cherish and maintain the highest standards of conduct and performance.
• Integrity- Being truthful and ethical in what we do, what we say, and what we say we do in both our personal and professional lives.
• Respect- We are committed to our profession and will always respect one another and the community that we serve.
• Inclusion- We are not just diverse; we are welcoming to all.
• Teamwork- When we work together to achieve our mission, the department and community will grow stronger. Together, we are better.
• Innovation- We provide modern police services and are committed to always improve our organizational practices.

• No felony conviction(s).
• Submit to a fingerprint and criminal history check - State and Federal Bureaus.
• Good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation.
• United States high school graduate, GED, or equivalent.
• No conviction(s) of a serious offense, or numerous convictions of minor offenses.
• Submit to a polygraph examination.
• Successfully pass a medical examination.
• Credit history check, if established, must be satisfactory.

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