Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) Staff Training Instructor & Trainee

Job Description

The Job

Performance, Education & Resource Centers (PERC) is recruiting for TAD Training Instructors and Trainees to plan, coordinate, assess, and deliver training to TAD staff on programs including CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, etc. Trainees work under close supervision while acquiring skill and experience. Staff Training Instructor Trainees develop curricula and course materials; establish objectives and determine course content, sequence, and delivery systems; deliver instruction and present information to audiences of all sizes and compositions; and develop evaluation instruments to measure effectiveness of training programs. Instructors confer with subject matter experts and program staff to determine training needs and ensure technical accuracy of training materials.

*Official Titles: Staff Training Instructor Trainee and Staff Training Instructor

For more detailed information, refer to the Staff Training Instructor Trainee and Staff Training Instructor job descriptions.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

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

Flexible schedules may be offered contingent upon satisfactory work performance and as business needs dictate.

9/80 and hybrid schedules are a privilege, and availability may vary depending on work assignment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully pass a background check, including fingerprinting, verification of employment history, and physical exam/drug test.

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

Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Mileage reimbursement may be available.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates will be required to present their legal right to work in the United States prior to employment.

Promotion: Incumbents in the class of Staff Training Instructor Trainee are eligible for promotion to Staff Training Instructor upon meeting the minimum qualifications for Staff Training Instructor and upon receipt of a satisfactory work progress report. Incumbents must promote within twelve (12) months of hire or be terminated.

Job Classification

Hourly

Monthly

Annually

Staff Training Instructor Trainee

$25.18 - $33.74

$4,364.53 - $5,848.27

$52,374.40 - $70,179.20

Staff Training Instructor

$30.57 - $43.06

$5,298.80 - $7,463.73

$63,585.60 - $89,564.80

Minimum Requirements

TAD Staff Training Instructor Trainee* - Candidates must meet the education AND experience requirement:

Education:

Thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units of completed college coursework in English, education, business/public administration, communication, organizational development, computer science, social/behavioral science, or a closely related field. A copy of legible transcripts MUST be provided if the applicant does not possess a completed associate's degree or higher in one of the qualifying fields listed above.

-AND-
Experience:
Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in a TAD program (CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Child Care, Foster Care, or Welfare-to-Work) setting in which primary responsibilities include conducting assessments to determine program eligibility and related case management duties.

TAD Staff Training Instructor* - Candidates must meet the education AND experience requirement:
Education:
Education: Thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units of completed college coursework in English, education, business/public administration, communication, organizational development, computer science, social/behavioral science, or a closely related field.
-AND- Experience: Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in aTAD program (CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Child Care, Foster Care, or Welfare-to-Work) performing at least one (1) of the following as primary responsibilities: conducting assessments to determine program eligibility; developing curriculum/educational materials and providing training; and/or interpreting and applying complex policies and providing recommendations for program development. Experience must include providing formal or informal (on-the-job) training and mentoring to staff which may include educational presentations on a regular basis.

*Important Notes* Education:
1) A copy of legible transcripts MUST be provided if the applicant does not possess an associate's degree or higher in one of the qualifying fields listed above.

2) Qualifying degree or coursework must have been completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
MLA Credit: Completion of the San Bernardino County Management Leadership Academy (MLA) program will be accepted toward the required coursework on the basis of four (4) quarter units of credit per MLA track completed. Experience:
1) Formal or informal training/mentoring experience must be clearly demonstrated on the application and supplemental questionnaire . Experience may be concurrent.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess lead or full-scope supervisory experience, including providing formal or informal training, coaching, and mentoring to staff, as well as regularly delivering business or educational presentations.

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, November 13, 2026 .

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. 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 recruitment 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 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 DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees 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 recruitmentfiling 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 .

Administrative Services 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: 11/13/2026 5:00 PM Pacific