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Jailer

Job in La Porte, Harris County, Texas, 77572, USA
Listing for: City of La Porte
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Clerical
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21799 - 27249 USD Yearly USD 21799.00 27249.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

JAILER
Category:
Full-Time
Status:
Open
Hourly Rate:
Min. $21.799 - Mid. $27.249
Published:
February 16, 2026
Closing:
Until Filled

DEFINITION

To complete paperwork associated with detainees and lock up activity; complete logs on the computer; maintains order and safety in the facility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Public Safety Attendant will work primarily in the Lock-up Facility but will be available to take walk-in reports (minor in nature, insurance only, etc.), and during extreme busy times will assist in Dispatch.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from a Police Sergeant

May exercise functional and technical supervision over less experienced staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Adheres to City attendance and punctuality policies demonstrating dependability.
  • Adheres to all City safety policies (protective equipment, pre-duty precautions checklist, etc.) to prevent unnecessary or unreasonable risk of injury to self, others, or property.
  • Adheres to department dress code policies to present a professional appearance. Should exhibit appropriate grooming and attire for the position and responsibility.

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

  • Maintain log on the computer; maintains order and discipline in the facility; makes reports of incidents; reviews legal documents pertaining to detainees and takes necessary actions, preparing for transfers to another facility; fingerprints and photographs all detainees.
  • In processes/ out processes detainees; obtains signature from detainees on required documents; checks in detainees’ personal belongings and safe guards that property. Cares for detainees; feeds and checks on each detainee's welfare at regular intervals.
  • Cleans the facility and insures the equipment is well maintained and in working order; maintains the supplies associated with the facility.
  • Answers general inquiries from the public in person or by phone.
  • Takes reports and information regarding criminal offenses and generated reports in police computer system.
  • Provides general dispatch support including answering phones, taking messages sending/receiving faxes and entering calls into the CAD system.
  • All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Knowledge of:
    • Standard broadcasting procedures and rules and standard radio or telephone communications receiving and transmitting equipment.
    • Become familiar with geographic features and streets of the City.
    • Department procedures and policies, and those of the other user agencies.
    • Public safety classifications codes and computer commands.
  • Ability to:
    • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
    • Use computers, cameras and other electronic devices in accordance with their duties.
    • Operate all communication equipment and office equipment quickly and accurately.
    • Instruct new employees.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Must be at least 18 years of age or older, and a High School Diploma or GED.

* Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.*

* Duties, responsibilities and actions may change at any time with or without notice.*

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