California AB2257 establishes the position of jail administrator and outlines procedures for appointment and supervision.

California AB2257 adds provisions to the Government Code and Penal Code regarding the establishment and supervision of jail administrators. A board of supervisors may establish the position of jail administrator, with the sheriff nominating a candidate within 90 days. The board confirms or denies the appointment within 60 days. The sheriff retains authority to supervise, direct, evaluate, discipline, or remove the jail administrator. If there is a vacancy, the sheriff takes charge of the jail and incarcerated persons until a new administrator is appointed.

California AB2257 establishes the position of jail administrator and outlines procedures for appointment and supervision.

California AB2257 adds provisions to the Government Code and Penal Code regarding the establishment and supervision of jail administrators. A board of supervisors may establish the position of jail administrator, with the sheriff nominating a candidate within 90 days. The board confirms or denies the appointment within 60 days. The sheriff retains authority to supervise, direct, evaluate, discipline, or remove the jail administrator. If there is a vacancy, the sheriff takes charge of the jail and incarcerated persons until a new administrator is appointed.