Jailer

THE CITY

Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops, and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 800 employees with an overall budget of approximately $368 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Housing and Human Services, Planning and Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services, and Transportation.

THE DEPARTMENT:
The Police Department has a complement of just over 100 sworn and 48 civilian personnel serving a residential population of 40,000 and an estimated daily commercial population of over 200,000

THE POSITION

JAILER (FULL-TIME, BENEFITED)

Only the first 50 applications submitted will be considered.
Please note that the job posting may close without prior notice.

Under general supervision, processes the admission and release of persons in custody including preparing booking reports and release forms, fingerprinting, photographing, searching and safeguarding property entrusted to their care. Supervises and cares for persons in custody including regular inspections to identify and control problems, quell disturbances, render first aid, and protect the safety and rights of inmates. Ensures inmate and jail facility hygiene is maintained. Controls visits and contact with inmates. Transports and escorts persons in custody to and from other locations such as courts and other incarceration facilities in a safe and secure manner. Supervises the serving of food to inmates. Supervises trustees assigned to custodial maintenance of the jail and other related work activities. Checks all deliveries made to the jail to ensure contraband is not contained in any packages and ensures that the delivery of the package has been properly approved by his/her superiors. Prepares accurate and concise reports on problems with inmates, crimes that occur in the jail, and follows up on these reports. Prepares a daily log. May be required to carry City authorized non-lethal weapons. Performs other related duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of work experience involving public contact.

Work Schedule:

May be required to work shifts which include nights, weekends and holidays.

License & Certificate

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of hire. Must obtain first aid/CPR certificates within 6 months of hire and obtain any job-related certificates required by the State of California.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

Written Test (Qualifying) : To measure knowledge of job-related tasks, reading comprehension, and mathematics. Tentatively scheduled for the week of February 9, 2026.

Physical Ability (Qualifying) : Timed event measuring ability to perform the physical activities required of a Jailer. Tentatively scheduled for the week of February 9, 2026

Appraisal Interview (Weighted at 100%) : To evaluate training, experience and personal qualifications. Tentatively scheduled for the week of March 2, 2026.

Background Process (Qualifying):
Background Investigation & Polygraph: To determine suitability for the position.Psychological Screening & Medical Evaluation: Standard exams to determine suitability.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice. Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.


Conditions of Employment:

• Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.

This position is represented by Culver City Employees' Association (CCEA).

Formore detailedinformationregarding thebenefits associated with this position, click on the following link:
https://www.culvercity.org/jobs

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