The Pomona Police Department is seeking motivated and service driven individuals to join our team as a Jailer. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining the safety, security, and daily operations of the City’s Type I jail facility. Jailers work under general supervision and are responsible for booking, processing, and releasing inmates, monitoring inmate activity, conducting safety checks, maintaining accurate records, and handling inmate property and evidence. This position directly supports sworn personnel and is essential to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Police Department.
If you are looking for a meaningful career in law enforcement support where you can make a real impact in your community, we encourage you to apply. The Police Department will be filling multiple positions, and this recruitment may also establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a confident, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a structured and fast paced environment. They demonstrate strong integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain control and professionalism in challenging situations. This individual communicates effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and handles sensitive interactions with discretion and respect. They are capable of making sound decisions in safety sensitive and emergency situations while maintaining accurate records and adhering to established procedures. A successful candidate is reliable, accountable, and committed to upholding the highest standards of conduct while working both independently and as part of a team.
Why Pomona
The City of Pomona offers a rewarding career path for individuals who want to make a tangible impact in public safety. As a Jailer, you are a vital part of the justice system, helping to ensure safety, order, and care within the detention environment. The City provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage and participation in the California Public Employees' Retirement System. Employees may also take advantage of deferred compensation plans, tuition reimbursement, and medical flexible spending accounts. Additional incentives may include shift differential pay and bilingual pay, if applicable. The City is committed to supporting employee growth through ongoing training, skill development, and opportunities for advancement within the Police Department and the broader organization. A 5% salary increase is scheduled for October 1, 2026, reflecting the City’s commitment to maintaining competitive compensation.
Physical Agility Test and Written Exam: Thursday, August 27, 2026
The City is seeking candidates who are dedicated to public service and have a combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
Education and Experience:
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High school diploma or GED equivalency. College course work in criminal justice is desirable.
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One year of responsible work experience.
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Work experience in a law enforcement environment is desirable.
License or Certificate:
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Must possess a valid California class "C" driver's license.
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Must obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.
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Must obtain a State of California Corrections Officer Core Course Certificate within 12 months of employment.
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Must obtain a PC832 Certificate within 12 months of employment.
To successfully pass the 12 month probationary period:
New hires must successfully complete a Jailer CORE Correctional Academy approved by the Corrections Standards Authority and obtain a PC 832 certificate. If you possess either certificate, please attach to the online application.
To excel in this position, the candidate must possess a set of core competencies. These competencies include, but are not limited to the following:-
Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
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Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
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Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
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Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
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Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
Process and monitor inmates; receive, book, fingerprint, and photograph prisoners; perform prisoner classification and medical screening; determine inmate identity; verify and prepare custody verification forms for prisoners requiring medical treatment while in custody; properly collect D.N.A. from individuals.
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 by conducting routine inspections.
Oversee the preparation of meals for those in custody; order and maintain inventory control of food and supplies.
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; transport prisoners to and from Court.
Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to jail operations. Maintain supplies for Patrol including film, flares, mileage books, repair log (bogus operandi - B.O.) books, blankets, and resuscitators; receive and ensure all weapons are safety stored.
Assist Officers with belligerent prisoners and ensure safe handling.
Maintain an audio/video surveillance of booking counter.
Secure and release prisoners' property to authorized persons.
Handle visitations for prisoners by family, ministry, and attorneys. Maintain the cleanliness of the jail; perform minor jail and facility maintenance; clean and maintain jail laundry; assist trustees with laundry for prisoners.
Perform administrative support duties in other sections and bureaus within the Department as assigned.
Assist with subpoena service and document, package and message delivery.
Process prisoner releases by accepting bail and issuing notices to appear; process paperwork and documents used within the jail facility.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to perform the following physical demands: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.; in addition to the physical demands listed above, exposure to blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, violent behavior, and jail hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations; and availability for shift work, irregular work schedules and overtime.
APPLICATIONS Applicants must complete an online application and supplemental questionnaire to be considered for the position. Applicants are urged to fully describe their education and experience, as applications will be screened to a reasonable number of most qualified. Applicants deemed as most qualified are based upon a competitive evaluation of information provided on their application. Screening of qualifications and "most qualified" is based on the information provided on the official City Application, including the supplemental questions. A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the completion of your application. Applications that are not entirely completed may be rejected.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Application qualifying, the examination procedure will consist of a physical agility exam (pass/fail), written exam (pass/fail), and an oral interview.
The Physical Agility and Written Exams are tentatively scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026. Testing details to follow if selected to continue in the process.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. These questions are important to the screening process, and therefore, incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process, so please complete them accurately. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.
Final candidates will be subject to a background interview with the Police Chief or his designee, background investigation, medical examination and a drug screen. Failure to receive a recommendation to hire at any phase will result in disqualification.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
1. City of Pomona hiring process and physical agility requirements:
2. Board of State and Community Corrections Candidate Information: BSCC Information (Download PDF reader)
