Jailer

DESCRIPTION

The City of Corona has an exciting opportunity to join our Police Department as a Jailer . 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 processes the admission and release of persons in custody including preparing booking reports and release forms, fingerprinting, photographing and safeguarding property entrusted to their care.

The Corona Police Department is made up of 250 staff members including officers and professional staff which is comprised of three divisions : Field Services, Investigative Services, and Support Services.

Our mission is to ensure the safety and security of our community while maintaining trust through transparency. The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities :

Knowledge & Education

• 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.

Skills & Abilities

• 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.

Experience

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License. To be maintained throughout employment.
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must obtain the State of California Correction Officer Corse Course within 12 months of employment.
• Candidates with prior jailer experience are highly desirable.

Characteristics

• 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.

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt eligible for overtime compensation.

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SELECTION PROCEDURE :

The selection process will consist of a review and evaluation of all applicants' qualifications. Those applicants deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in the selection process outlined below.

Selection Component

Selection Component Description

Tentative Dates

Written Examination

Written Examination - Applicants must receive a minimum score of 70% in order to continue on in the recruitment process.

Exam will test on Language Skills (reading comprehension), Teamwork, and Problem-Solving Skills (basic math).

June 13, 2024

Physical Agility Test

Candidates will participate in a physical agility test which will require candidates to complete the following : 20 push-ups in one minute, 20 sit-ups in one minute and complete 1.

5 mile run in 15 minutes. The applicant must successfully complete each event in order to pass the physical agility and be invited to continue on in the recruitment process.

June 13, 2024

Oral Interview

Candidates who pass the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list. Candidates will be contacted by the department in ranked order to start the background process as vacancies arise.

June 13, 2024

Those applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation for any portion of the written testing process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance of the test.

Successful candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation, psychological exam, and medical exam with the Corona Police Department.

Background investigation will include but is not limited to the following :

• 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.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

The deadline for first review of application is Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 5 : 00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period.

COMMUNITY

A City whose heritage spans more than a century, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses around 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 168,100 residents.

Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors.

Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy such winter activities as snowboarding and skiing and such summer activities as surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on a beach.

Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members.

Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.

The City is organized into the following departments / organizational units : Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities.

Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.

The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024 is $ 369.9 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 194.

5 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 860 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

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PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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Last updated : 2024-05-29