Sheriff's Training Specialist II (County Promotional)

This recruitment is only open to current San Bernardino County, Fire Department, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX), or intern position. 

Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.  

Former extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX), or interns are eligible to apply up to six (6) months from the end of their assignment.

 
The Sheriff's Department is recruiting for Sheriff's Training Specialists II, to develop, update, and oversee instructional and training programs for law enforcement and support personnel. Sheriff's Training Specialists II analyze training needs to develop and design training materials; research and review mandated law enforcement training requirements; write, prepare and update course outlines, lesson plans and handouts, including test construction and selection of appropriate audio-visual aids; network to coordinate seminars, training, and instructors with outside vendors and other department personnel; and present employee development presentations to Executive Staff, Division Commanders, and various employee groups.  
For more detailed information, view the Sheriff's Training Specialist II job description.

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) Shift:  Applicants must be available for all shifts; incumbents will be required to work rotating shifts, or be on call for work, on weekends, holidays, and evenings, including mandatory overtime; refusal of assigned shift may result in removal from the list or termination.
3) Uniform/Additional Information: Some positions require the employee to purchase uniforms; there is a uniform allowance of up to $550.00 per year.
4) Certification: May be required to acquire certification in weaponless defense and firearms.
5) Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
6) 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.   

Must meet one (1) of the following experience options:
 
Option A: One (1) year of full-time experience as a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Training Specialist I or equivalent classification in a California law enforcement agency.

Option B: Two (2) years of full-time experience with primary responsibility for delivering a formal staff training program in a law enforcement agency.
Note: On-the-job training and mentoring experience is not considered formal training.

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Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in education, behavioral science, or business/public administration.  A list of coursework must be submitted with the application unless candidate possess a bachelor’s degree in a qualifying field.

Substitution: An additional year of experience as described above or a P.O.S.T. Academy Instructor Certificate Course certification or higher may substitute for the required education. A copy of the certification must be submitted with the application.The ideal candidate will have extensive experience:

• developing formal/structured curriculum for a variety of courses related to law enforcement functions and training requirements.
• serving as primary course instructor or facilitator responsible for identifying and coordinating subject matter presenters for specific topics.
• developing and administering computer-based training.
   

Examination:  There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 PM, Friday, September 18, 2026.
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.