Jailer

Jailer Position

The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the full-time position of Jailer in the Police Department.

What You'll Do

• Monitor and supervise arrestees within the jail facility while maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly environment.
• Control entry and exit to the jail, process bookings, conduct interviews, and perform inmate classification and housing assignments.
• Search arrestees and jail cells for drugs, weapons, and other contraband; inspect the facility to ensure cleanliness and compliance with Title 15 standards.
• Complete booking paperwork, maintain logs and records, prepare reports, and operate computer systems to access and update criminal justice information.
• Secure and inventory arrestee property and monies, respond to public inquiries, and enforce jail rules, departmental policies, and applicable regulations.
• Transport arrestees and assist with related departmental support functions, including traffic control, public facility lockups, and animal impounds.
• Train newly hired Jailers and provide day-to-day operational guidance to lower-level staff.
• Perform other departmental office, administrative, and support duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate

• Integrity and Ethics
• Effective Judgement
• Public Relations Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Good Communication Skills
• Conflict Resolution Skills
• Safety Consciousness
• Legal Knowledge

Schedule: Must be available to work a varied shift schedule, which will encompass weekdays, weekends, evenings, daytime hours, and holidays.

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the first review on Monday, August 3, 2026.

The normal duties for the positions can be found in the job description Jailer- Full-Time. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Qualifications

Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education: Graduation from high school or the equivalent. Incumbent must be at least 18 years of age by the time of appointment. Related college level coursework, and formal training and/or certification in the field of jail operations is highly desirable.

Experience: A minimum of one year of experience working in a related capacity in a law enforcement agency, including strong public contact work is required.

License/Certificate Requirements: Due to the performance of field duties, which requires the operation of a City vehicle, a valid California Driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. If not already completed, incumbents will be required to successfully complete a Jailer Training Academy, or training of a similar nature. Completion will be required by the end of the twelve-month probationary period.

Application/Selection Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to participate in a Structured Panel Interview. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.

Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a Police background investigation, a thorough reference check/employment verification, and a pre-employment medical exam including a drug test.

Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, retirement plans, and paid time off. The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Laguna Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. EEO/ADA.