Sheriff's Service Specialist

San Bernardino County; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance up to $550 per year

Excellent benefits

Job summary

San Bernardino County is recruiting Sheriff's Service Specialists to handle citizen inquiries at public counters, over the phone, and in the field. The role includes interviewing the public, victims, and involved parties to obtain facts and to serve as a representative promoting cooperation and crime prevention education.

The department operates 24/7 with rotating, night, weekend, day, on-call, and graveyard shifts, including mandatory overtime.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of full-time equivalent work experience involving public contact.
• Six (6) months of experience as a law enforcement Explorer/Cadet.
• Requires California Class C Driver License; may require use of personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Respond to citizen inquiries and requests for law enforcement service at a public counter, by phone, and in the field.
• Interview the public, victims, and others to obtain factual information regarding minor accidents or crimes.
• Promote citizen cooperation and participate in crime prevention education activities.
• Respond to minor, non-injury traffic collisions and take reports.

Job description

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 receive 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 ofBenefits 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.

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.

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

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

Examination:

• 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.

Additional Information and Resources:

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All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail 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.