Custody Officer

SALARY $76,476 - $102,492 annually

There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties related to the processing and booking of arrestees; processing related data; maintaining a variety of records and caring for those in custody at the City's jail facility.

Reports directly to the Custody Supervisor. Does not exercise supervisory responsibilities over other jail staff.

Maintain the safe and orderly operation of the City jail facility.

Receive, book, fingerprint, and photograph prisoners; perform prisoner classification and medical screening; verify and prepare custody verification forms for prisoners requiring medical treatment while in custody.

Assume responsibility for the welfare and safety of all prisoners within the City jail facility; perform security, safety, and health checks of persons and facilities.

Prepare meals for those in custody; order and maintain inventory control of food and supplies.

Receive bail monies and issue receipts; release prisoners on O-R and W.P.A.

Perform jail desk duties; provide information to the public over the telephone.

Coordinate visiting procedures including those between prisoners and bail bondsmen, attorneys, and personal visitors.

Prepare prisoners for court arraignment by completing required booking forms, attaching copies of warrants, holds, and medical forms, returning clothing items, sealing prisoner property, and searching and handcuffing inmates prior to transportation to Court or another jail facility.

Transport prisoners.

Perform related duties as required.

One year of responsible work experience preferably in a jail/detention facility or in a law enforcement environment.

High school graduation or its equivalent.

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform essential functions may also be considered.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, the following:

• Valid Class C California Driver’s License. Revocation of license during employment may result in disciplinary action or reassignment.
• Certification of completion of the Jail Academy Core course issued by California Peace Officer Standards of Training (POST). Certification of completion of chemical weaponry training.

• Knowledge of jail/detention facility operations.
• Knowledge of related legal requirements pertaining to jail/detention facilities.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the assigned area of work.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices used in dealing with the public.
• Knowledge of the modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Knowledge of the basic civil and criminal statutes.
• Knowledge of safe driving principles and practices.
• Skill in operating modern office equipment.
• Skill in operating a motor vehicle safely.

• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
• Ability to interact effectively and sensitively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of…