- Salary
- $52k – $74k/yr
- Location
- CA 92651, CA, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the full-time position of Jailer in the Police Department.
What You'll Do
- Monitor and supervise arrestees within the jail facility while maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly environment.
- Control entry and exit to the jail, process bookings, conduct interviews, and perform inmate classification and housing assignments.
- Search arrestees and jail cells for drugs, weapons, and other contraband; inspect the facility to ensure cleanliness and compliance with Title 15 standards.
- Complete booking paperwork, maintain logs and records, prepare reports, and operate computer systems to access and update criminal justice information.
- Secure and inventory arrestee property and monies, respond to public inquiries, and enforce jail rules, departmental policies, and applicable regulations.
- Transport arrestees and assist with related departmental support functions, including traffic control, public facility lockups, and animal impounds.
- Train newly hired Jailers and provide day-to-day operational guidance to lower-level staff.
- Perform other departmental office, administrative, and support duties as assigned.
Ideal Candidate
- Integrity and Ethics
- Effective Judgement
- Public Relations Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Good Communication Skills
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Safety Consciousness
- Legal Knowledge
Schedule: Must be available to work a varied shift schedule, which will encompass weekdays, weekends, evenings, daytime hours, and holidays.
Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the first review on Monday, August 3, 2026.
Application/Selection Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to participate in a Structured Panel Interview. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.
Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a Police background investigation, a thorough reference check/employment verification, and a pre-employment medical exam including a drug test.
Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, retirement plans, and paid time off. The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Laguna Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. EEO/ADA.