Workplace Safety Training and Development Specialist*

The Job

Performance Education & Resource Centers (PERC) is recruiting for a Workplace Safety Training and Development Specialist* who will plan, coordinate, assess, and deliver countywide training programs related to occupational health and safety. The incumbent will work closely with the Department of Risk Management to develop subject matter expertise and create curriculum and training materials. Training and Development Specialists provide advanced level educational, facilitation, and staff development services including the delivery of college-accredited courses.

For more detailed information, refer to the Training and Development Specialist job description.

Benefits Overview

HEALTH BENEFITS

PAID TIME OFF

RETIREMENT PERKS

• Medical & Dental: Family Coverage
• Vision: Employee Coverage
• Premium subsidies to offset health costs
• Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses

• Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
• 11 days accruable sick leave
• 15 paid holidays
• Perfect Attendance Leave
• Flexible work schedules (in some departments)

• Generous pension
• Retirement reciprocity may be available!
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)

DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Tuition Reimbursement

Review the Employee Benefits by Occupational Unit (BBOU) Summary for more information

Flexible schedules may be offered contingent upon satisfactory work performance and as business needs dictate. 9/80 schedules are a privilege, and availability may vary depending on work assignment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, medical exam/drug test, and verification of employment history prior to appointment.

Physical Requirements: Incumbents deliver classroom training on a regular basis which includes frequent and continuous walking and standing.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provisions for transportation.

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

Candidates must meet one of the following options:

Option 1:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration, Adult Education/Learning, Education, Organizational Leadership/Development, Human Resources Management, Risk Management, Behavioral/Social Science, or other closely related field.

-OR-

Completion of TWO (2) of the following certifications:

• Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS)
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
• Ergonomic certifications
• Cal-OSHA Certified Trainer for OSHA 10
• Cal-OSHA Certified Trainer for OSHA 30
• Certified Forklift Trainer
• Other closely related professional-level safety certifications may be considered

Certifications MUST be attached to the application for consideration.

-AND-

Experience: Two (2) years of full-time professional-level experience administering components of an organization's occupational health and safety program which included providing training and/or developing training or informational materials.

Option 2:

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution* in Business/Public Administration, Adult Education/Learning, Education, Organizational Leadership/Development, Human Resources Management, Risk Management, Behavioral/Social Science, or other closely related field.

-AND-

Experience: Two (2) years of full-time experience as a professional trainer or educator. **

Option 3:

Education: Master's degree or higher-level graduate degree from an accredited institution* in Business/Public Administration, Adult Education/Learning, Education, Organizational Leadership/Development, Human Resources Management, Risk Management Behavioral/Social Science, or other closely related field.

-AND-

Experience: One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience as a professional trainer or educator. **

Important Notes:

• *Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. D egrees or coursework completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
  
• **Providing professional-level training/instruction must be a primary job duty for experience to be considered qualifying.
  

Desired Qualifications

Training:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five (5) years of professional level experience developing curriculum and conducting in-person trainings. The ideal candidate will also have strong project management skills and formal experience facilitating and presenting to managerial and/or executive staff.

Occupational Health & Safety:

The ideal candidate will have experience providing workplace safety trainings related to ergonomics, worker's compensation, insurance lines for public entities, safety and loss prevention, and health and safety practices. Desired skills include the ability to interpret and apply laws, standards, regulations, and policies relating to occupational health and safety and environmental protection. Knowledge of occupational health and safety principles with a related certification is highly desired.

Desired Certifications:

• Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS)
• Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
• Ergonomic certifications
• Cal-OSHA Certified Trainer for OSHA 10 and 30
• Certified Forklift Trainer

Selection Process

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.

Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00PM, Friday, October 3, 2025 .

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.

All communications regarding the selection process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your Government Jobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.

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. Please review the Veteran's Preference Policy for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

Please follow this link for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

Administrative Services Unit

The County of San Bernardino 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 voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: 10/3/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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