Sheriff's Service Specialist

Job Description

The Job

The Sheriff's Department is recruiting for Sheriff's Service Specialists who perform a variety of specialized assignments in support of law enforcement functions at a local Sheriff's Station, which requires interacting and working with the public and community. Sheriff's Service Specialists r eceive citizen inquiries and requests for law enforcement service at a public counter, over the telephone, and in the field; respond to minor, non-injury traffic collisions and take reports; interview the public, victims, and other involved parties to obtain the facts related to minor accidents or crimes; and serve as representatives of the Sheriff's Department to the public, promoting citizen cooperation and participating in crime prevention education activities.

For more detailed information, refer to the Sheriff's Service Specialist job description.

This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout the County, including Victorville, Hesperia, and the Morongo Basin . Please ensure you indicate the cities that you are willing to accept employment under the agency-wide questions section.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) .

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1) Background: Prior to appointment, applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass an extensive background investigation, including a polygraph examination. Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony.
2) Availability: This department is a "24/7" operation. Applicants must be available for all shifts, including mandatory overtime; refusal of assigned shift may result in removal from the list or termination. The incumbents will be required to work rotating, night, weekend, day, on call, and graveyard shifts, as well as holidays and weekends. Including mandatory overtime.
3) License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at time of appointment. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and show proof of automobile liability insurance.
4) Uniform: Some positions require the employee to purchase uniforms; there is a uniform allowance of up to $550.00 per year.
5) Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Option A - Six (6) months of full-time equivalent work experience which involved public contact; working directly and interacting with the general public on a daily basis. Experience must be clearly described in detail on the application.

-OR-

Option B - Six ( 6) months of experience as a law enforcement Explorer/Cadet.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working with inmates in a court, detention, or correctional facility is desirable.

Selection Process

Examination:
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to take the online written assessment. The assessment will consist of an evaluation of skills and knowledge in the following areas:

• Reading Comprehension
• Written Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Interpersonal & Public Relations Skills

Details of the online assessment process will be emailed. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email .

Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 PM on Friday, September 18, 2026 . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. 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.

Additional Information and Resources:

If you need technical assistance, 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 your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. 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.

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

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy .

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process

Technical & Inspection 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