Jailer (Part Time)

City of Monterey Park•Monterey Park, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The daily duties of the position may consist of completing data entries into the Jail Management System, maintaining daily logs, completing intake questionnaires, housing classification, and thorough record keeping. Jailers also complete safety checks in the jail and upon intake of a detainee, and fingerprint and book detainees using a Livescan machine. They serve inmate meals, conduct showers, inmate searches, and maintain a safe jail environment in accordance with Title 15 BSCC Standards. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential qualities of a Jailer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required at time of application and as a continuing condition of employment
Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Knowledge of mathematics
Knowledge of modern office equipment operation
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping
Ability to operate modern office equipment
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
Ability to read, understand, learn, interpret and comply with Federal, State, County, City and Departmental codes, regulations, laws, policies and procedures
Ability to write clear and accurate reports
Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with the public and jail inmates
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to work a variety of shifts, including nights, holidays and weekends
Ability to think and act quickly in emergency situations
Ability to use good judgment in dealing with inmates and the public
Ability to analyze situations accurately
Must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired

Nice To Haves

Current or previous experience working in a Custody Facility
Previous experience working with or volunteering with a Law Enforcement Agency
Experience with Mental Health services, either in a paid or volunteer role
Time Management
Experience with de-escalation
One year of experience working in a Custody Facility is highly desirable
Either paid or volunteer experience with a Law Enforcement Agency is highly desirable
Experience with Mental Health services, either in a paid or volunteer role, is highly desirable
Associate of Arts in Administration of Justice, Police Science, Jail Management, or a related field is highly desirable
Completion of PC 832 and a core course on PC 6035 is desirable
Valid CPR & First Aid Certificate issued by American Red Cross highly desirable