Part-Time Jailer
- City of Bell Gardens
- 7100 Garfield Ave. Bell Gardens, CA, USA
- Oct 01, 2026
Job Description
Position Details
The City of Bell Gardens Police Department (BGPD) is seeking highly motivated and public service oriented individuals for the position of Part-Time Jailer. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in law enforcement.
We are committed to providing the highest level of service to the community, while working with the residents and our members, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and accountability. The Bell Gardens Police Department is comprised of the Communication Center, Parking Enforcement, Patrol Unit, Records Unit, and Traffic Unit.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of a Police Sergeant or Lieutenant, processes the admission and release of persons in custody including preparing booking reports and release forms, fingerprinting, photographing and safeguarding property entrusted to their care; prepares reports at the station not requiring the presence of a sworn police officer, and performs other related duties, as assigned.
The City is only accepting online applications for this recruitment. As such, you must complete and submit an online application and completely answer all supplemental questions to be considered for this position.
Examples of Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Receives, books, photographs, searches, fingerprints, and completes records checks of incoming prisoners; obtains personal history and medical information from prisoners and completes the necessary paperwork; inventories, books, stores, and releases property to owners; maintains physical control of prisoners using minimal restraint techniques; assumes responsibility for the welfare and safety of all prisoners within the City jail facility; perform security, safety, and health checks of persons and facilities; may administer tests to determine intoxication; oversees maintenance and cleanliness of jail; releases prisoners by issuing citations, receiving bail or preparing them for transportation to Downey Court or Los Angeles County Jail; completes all booking paperwork in writing or by inputting it into a computer.
WORK SCHEDULE
Typical work schedule is Monday - Sunday, approximately 20 hours per week. Selected candidate must be able to work variable shifts and/or other irregular hours as assigned, including working evenings, nights, holidays, weekends and on-call.
Other Important Information
SELECTION AND EXAMINATION PROCESSFollowing a review of all applications, the best qualified candidates will be invited for further assessment. Applicants must achieve a passing score on all examination components in order to be placed on the eligible list. The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligibility list from which current and future vacancies can be filled during the life of the eligibility list. Eligible lists are valid for one (1) year.
NOTICES
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. This position is subject to and dependent on the continued availability of funds and the manpower needs of the City of Bell Gardens. This is an "at-will" position and selected candidate may be released from position at any time without cause. Selected candidate will be designated as a "Disaster Services Worker" and will be required to submit to an Oath of Office.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Bell Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the examination components due to a qualified disability, you must inform the Human Resources Division at at least 5 days in advance of testing date.
Please contact NEOGOV applicant support at (855) 524-5627 for any technical issues when creating an account or submitting an application. Applicant Support Hours: Monday through Friday, 6am – 5pm PST.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.
Qualifications
Minimum & Desirable Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education, training and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for successful job performance. A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows: - Graduation from high school or equivalent; and - Two (2) years of experience in a position with substantial public contact and/or police related field is desirable. LICENSES / CERTIFICATES:
- An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminology, public administration, public relations, or a related field is desirable. Must have valid class "C" California Driver's License. Ability to obtain certification of completion of an accredited Jail Academy within one year of employment.
- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge:
of:
- the criminal justice system
- laws relating to crime and traffic, as described under the California Penal Code, Municipal Code, and Vehicle Code
- knowledge of and ability to use personal protection and restraint techniques
- basic first aid techniques
- office practices, procedures, report writing, and the use of computer programs
- correct English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar
Ability to:
- : understand and carry out oral and written directions independently
- communicate effectively orally and in writing
- obtain information through interview and observation
- work independently and effectively
- interact effectively and sensitively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- maintain records and write reports provide exceptional customer care and deal with every situation and person in a highly ethical and effective manner
- act quickly and calmly in emergency situations
- remain calm, courteous, and polite while maintaining composure and displaying a respectful attitude in stressful situations
- establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work
- operate a vehicle with right-side seated driver steering and controls
Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for City of Bell Gardens is Martin Rivera.
Qualifications
State
Immediate Fill
Job Reference
The City of Bell Gardens has a rich history dating back to the late 1700’s when the area was associated with a large amount of land situated along the lower basin of the Rio Hondo area in Los Angeles County. Bell Gardens was once a bustling agricultural center for immigrants escaping the Mexican government. Among them was one of California’s first families, the Lugos.
In 1771 Antonio Lugo was a 35-year-old corporal in the Spanish army and was given a land grant of more than 29,514 acres, which today is known as the cities of Bell Gardens, Maywood, Vernon, Huntington Park, Walnut Park, Cudahy, South Gate, Lynwood and Commerce. The land grant was given as reward for his military service during the establishment of the Franciscan Missions in California while being the attendant of colonization for the area.
While stationed at San Antonio de Padua Mission near Salinas, California, Antonio Lugo’s son Don Antonio Maria Lugo was born in 1783. Later as a young man, Don Antonio, using this large amount of undeveloped territory given to his father, Lugo built one of the largest ranches in the history of the state of California. Don Antonio then built an adobe home on the ranch, which he named Rancho San Antonio. There, Lugo raised cattle and became one of the most respected members of the community, so much that he was given a term as Mayor of Los Angeles. He built several adobe homes within the boundaries of the grant. One of the adobe houses, built about 1810, is the oldest house in Los Angeles County and is still standing at 7000 Gage Ave.
By the time Don Antonio was in his sixties, he had amassed thousands of acres of property. Although he sold some of the land, the majority of it was lost when California became a part of the union in 1850.
Yankees, who wanted Don Antonio’s valuable land and the property of dozens of other Spanish land grantees, relied on politicians to pass decrees that eventually stole not only the land, but also the livelihoods of California’s founding families.
One of his nine children, Vicente, married and built a two-story adobe home in 1850, located at 6360 Gage Ave. A daughter of Don Antonio Maria married Stephan C. Foster, Mayor of Los Angeles in 1854 and lived in an adobe house just east of 6820 Foster Bridge Road, now marked by a parking lot. A granddaughter of Antonio Maria Lugo married Wallace Woodworth, an early-day merchant and civic leader in Los Angeles. Their eldest son, Joseph, built a two-story colonial style house at 6820 Foster Bridge Road in 1924.
Some of the last remaining Lugo property, a 27-acre parcel was transferred to Henry T. Gage, a lawyer who married one of Don Antonio’s great granddaughters. The acreage was given to Gage as a part of his marriage dowry to Frances V. Rains. When Gage acquired the mansion he worked very extensively to restore the heritage farmhouse of early Los Angeles. The Gage mansion is a witness to the history of Los Angeles and its magnificent early architectural designs.
One of Bell Gardens most well known citizens was Henry Tifft Gage who served as California’s 29th Governor from 1898-1903. He married Isaac Williams’ daughter, Francesca V. Rains in 1880 and became owner and occupant of the Lugo Mansion, now known as the Gage Mansion at 7000 Gage Ave.
The land’s original adobe dwelling was built in 1795 and named Casa de Rancho San Antonio by Lugo. When Gage occupied the residence, he added two wings and redwood siding, installed bronze fireplaces, and imported expensive fabric wallpaper from France to serve as background for the Gage coat of arms, which enjoys a place of prominence in every room.
The Bell Garden’s school system began in 1867 when the San Antonio School was built where Bell Gardens Elementary stands today. Area farmers sent their children to the San Antonio School, which was one of the earliest educational institutions in the County of Los Angeles.
Because of the rich soil and abundant land, many Japanese immigrants are part of Bell Gardens’ early history. Japanese Gardeners leased land and farmed to produce quality vegetables for the marketplace. Rice fields also mushroomed within the city limits of Bell Gardens. With some of the richest agricultural land in the country, Bell Gardens remained a farming community until the 1930’s.
In 1927 Firestone Tire Company bought some of the land at $7,000 an acre. By 1900, Bell Gardens was divided into tracts of 40 to 100 acres. The land adjoining the city of Bell became known as Bell Gardens. In 1930, O.C. Beck purchased property and begins to build affordable homes for those suffering through the depression era.
World War I and World War II brought defense plants to the area that helped build the economic stability and the population, which led to construction of new homes, more schools, and a prosperous business climate.
Bell Gardens is a relatively young city. Since its incorporation on August 1, 1961, Bell Gardens has grown from a population of approximately 4,000 to nearly 45,000. The median age is 23.8. There are six elementary schools, two intermediate schools, one high school and two adult schools. It is 93.4 percent Hispanic, 4.7% White, 0.6 % Asian, 1.7% American Indian and Alaska Native and 1.1 % African American.
Today, only a 2.4 square mile city, Bell Gardens maintains only a small portion of the original Lugo land grant, which is located at the site of the Casa Mobile home Park at 7000 Gage Ave. In 1991 the park’s tenants, who own the land as well as Lugo’s original dwelling, were successful in their efforts to have Casa de San Antonio named State Historical Monument No. 984. Their effort ensures that Don Antonio Maria Lugo’s name and his historic home will be preserved for future generations of Bell Gardens residents and Californians.
Martin Rivera