PERC Supervising Program Specialist*

Job Description

The Job

Performance, Education & Resource Centers (PERC) is recruiting for a Supervising Program Specialist for the Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) training unit. The incumbent will oversee training and development staff engaged in the following: program development activities, analysis, and training; and recommending and developing policies/procedures and knowledge asset/tools/trainings for TAD programs. The Supervising Program Specialist will also manage projects for department initiatives that are the most complex and impact multiple departments; evaluating program efficiency, monitoring contract compliance, and overseeing technology upgrades.

For more detailed information, refer to the Supervising Program Specialist job description.
*Official Job Title: Supervising Program Specialist

EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the General (Teamsters) Compensation Plan

Flexible schedules may be offered contingent upon satisfactory work performance and as business needs dictate.

9/80 and hybrid schedules are a privilege, and availability may vary depending on work assignment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully pass a background check, including fingerprinting, verification of employment history and education, and physical exam/drug test.

Travel: Travel throughout the County and State may be required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement may be available at current IRS rates. A clean driving record and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Employees will be required to make provision for local transportation; travel throughout the State will be at the provision of the employer.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet the education requirement and one (1) of the experience requirements:

EDUCATION:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in English, Education, Business/Public Administration, Liberal Arts, Communication, Organizational Development, Computer Science, Social/Behavioral Science, Natural Science, or a closely related field.

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EXPERIENCE: Applicant must meet one (1) of the following options:
OPTION 1:

Two (2) years of full-time experience within a human/social services agency or educational institution, which includes primary responsibility for administrative, organizational development duties, including: facilitating complex project management duties that affect program monitoring/evaluation and implementation, and training on legislative/regulatory changes. Experience must include conducting research and analysis, providing recommendations for process improvement, developing scopes of work for assigned projects, and/or conducting needs assessments to develop training tools for department-wide policies and procedures.

OPTION 2:

Two (2) years of full-time equivalent second-level supervisory experience in a public sector human/social services program. ( Second-level supervisory experience is defined as managing through subordinate level supervisors .)

Note: Qualifying degree or coursework must have been completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.

Selection Process

Application Procedure:

Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00PM, September 18, 2026.

Examination Procedure:

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Do not refer to a resume as it will not be reviewed .

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Review the Veteran's Preference Policy for more information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

For additional information, review the County Employment Process

Supervisory Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: 9/18/2026 5:00 PM Pacific