Police Jailer (PROMOTIONAL ONLY)

To operate the City’s jail facility on an assigned shift; to process and book prisoners; to monitor the condition and status of individuals held in custody; to transport individuals to the County jail; and to complete a variety of forms.

A Sergeant of Police provides general supervision. A Police Officer may provide functional supervision.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential:

• Operate the City’s jail facility, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in custody.
• Book, photograph, search, and take fingerprints of incoming prisoners; obtain information from prisoners and complete forms regarding medical background and other matters; observe prisoner’s physical and mental state to determine proper cell placement or need for medical or other attention; escort prisoners to cell; provide for telephone calls and visitations.
• Transport/pick up individuals to/from the County Jail or another area agency as necessary. Assist officers in searching persons in custody as necessary.
• Check files and use computer to locate warrants and to obtain criminal history.
• Inspect prisoners and facilities to ensure safekeeping of prisoners and proper functioning of jail; identify any possible hazards or issues and correct them or report to supervisor.
• Inspect and maintain the transport van; clean the van as necessary; check for any damage; check for weapons and/or contraband; report all findings.
• Collect information and create statistics of traffic collisions and DUI arrests.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of logs and records related to suspects in custody and related activities.
• Perform a variety of general duties within the jail facility including replenishing/restocking all jail booking forms, changing out blankets, and replacing printer paper and toner as necessary.
• Perform related and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Basic law enforcement theory, principles, and practices.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Business report preparation and effective communication including appropriate English usage, grammar, spelling, and basic arithmetic.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Ability to:

• Understand the organization, operation, and services of the City, the Police Department, and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accurately.
• Operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages.
• Prepare concise and accurate police reports.
• Maintain logs, records, and files. Handle more than one situation at a time, make decisions and act promptly without immediate supervision.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Work varied hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.