There is currently one (1) vacancy. This list may be used to fill future vacancies. APPLICATION FILING PERIOD - This recruitment is set to close on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 INFORMATION SESSION - The City encourages all interested applicants to attend the information session to gain understanding of the position as well as the application and recruitment process. The information session will be held virtually via Zoom on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 6 pm. Please see invitation link below: 06 web.zoom.us/j/88305843738 Meeting ID: 883 0584 3738 THE POSITION - The daily duties of the position may consist of the following: completing data entries into the Jail Management System, maintaining daily logs, completing intake questionnaires, housing classification, and thorough record keeping; completing safety checks in the jail as well as upon intake of a detainee; fingerprint and booking detainees using a Livescan machine. Jailers serve inmate meals, conduct showers, inmate searches, and maintain a safe jail environment in accordance to Title 15 BSCC Standards. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential qualities of a Jailer. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE - The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics or skill sets: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 - - While on training, incumbents of this position will be assigned a Thursday - Saturday, 5 PM - 5 AM schedule while with their assigned Trainer, and Monday - Thursday between the hours of 9 AM and 7 PM while assigned to the Jailer Supervisor. These assignments will occur separately, and the incumbent will be notified prior. Once training is complete, there will be no set schedule for this position. This is an on-call, as-needed position that works nights, weekends, and holidays. - - Visit our careers page at view the class specification and essential functions of the position. QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:Experience 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. Education Highschool Diploma or GED required. Associate of Arts in Administration of Justice, Police Science, Jail Management, or a related field is highly desirable. LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS - License. Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required at time of application and as a continuing condition of employment. Certificates. Completion of PC 832 and a core course on PC 6035 is desirable. If appointee has not completed both courses at the time of appointment, appointee must complete PC 832 within 90 days of initial appointment and meet the minimum selection and training standards prescribed by the Board of Corrections pursuant to PC 6035 (Corrections Officer Core Course) within one year of appointment. Valid CPR & First Aid Certificate issued by American Red Cross highly desirable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of -English usage; spelling, grammar, and punctuation; mathematics; modern office equipment operation; principles and procedures of record keeping. Skills/ Abilities - Operate modern office equipment; understand and follow written and oral instructions; read, understand, learn, interpret and comply with Federal, State, County, City and Departmental codes, regulations, laws, policies and procedures; write clear and accurate reports; deal effectively and tactfully with the public and jail inmates; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work a variety of shifts, including nights, holidays and weekends; think and act quickly in emergency situations; use good judgment in dealing with inmates and the public; analyze situations accurately. PHYSICAL EFFORT: This position requires heavy lifting, carrying, climbing, running, and exposure to potentially hazardous situations and environmental conditions. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Applicants who meet the qualifications may be invited to the written exam. The following test date is tentative and may be subject to change: Written Exam. Saturday, July 11, 2026 Interested candidates can find information on the exam as well as examples of exam materials at the following link: COB.pdf. NOTE: New hire candidates must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired. Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Human Resources Department at least five (5) days prior to the examination date. APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL ONLY. Applicants should be diligent in checking their email and spam/junk mail after the deadline, as all notices regarding their status in the current recruitment will be emailed.