What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Corrections Officer - Lateral position at San Bernardino County?
Learn more about the San Bernardino County Probation Department at http://www.sbcounty.gov/probation/main/.
Training: Employees will be expected to participate in a continuum of force training program, which includes arrest and control techniques, tactical negotiation, and use of pepper spray.
Work Schedule: Incumbents may be assigned to work any shift on a 24 hour per day/7 day per week basis, including holidays. Rover assignments are full-time and used to fill staffing needs at both detention and treatment facilities. Rovers are provided with a minimum of two (2) hours notification prior to their shift assignment on the scheduled work day.
PEACE OFFICER REQUIREMENTS
Prior to appointment, candidates must:
- Be successful on Department Interview, to continue to the background investigation.
- Pass a background investigation.
- Be at least 21 years of age at time of hire (Applicants should be at least 20.5 years at time of testing) and possess a High School diploma, General Educational Diploma (GED), or have passed a High School Proficiency Exam or equivalent.
- Provide official sealed transcripts of completed college coursework if applicable.
- Show proof of having completed the required basic certified training specified by Standards and Training for Corrections for the State of California and PC 832 (Laws of arrest, search and seizure), or meet this obligation within the first year of employment. Training will be provided upon hire. New hires who possess PC 832 certification will not be required to repeat training if they provide a copy of their PC 832 certificate.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to Government Code 1031 at the time of hire.
- Possess a valid Class C Driver License. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and may be required to show proof of automobile liability insurance.
- Meet minimum vision (both eyes) and hearing (both ears) requirements. Vision and hearing tests will be administered.
- Pass a treadmill and medical test.
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.
Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the 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.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to 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.
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, 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 Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Salary : $64,022 - $95,098
