Sheriff's Academy Driving Instructor*- RECURRENT

The Job

The Sheriff's Department is recruiting for Recurrent Sheriff's Academy Driving Instructor for shift coverage on an ongoing basis. Academy Driving Instructors, for the Emergency Vehicle Operations Center (EVOC), who conduct classroom instruction and hands-on, behind-the-wheel driver training programs for law enforcement, fire, ambulance and civilian students. Behind-the-wheel instruction involves varied conditions related to emergency response driving, skid control and recovery techniques, slow-speed parking maneuvers, pursuit intervention and defensive driving techniques, and includes evaluating trainees knowledge and performance, and maintaining records and reports. The resulting list will be used to fill recurrent positions as they occur.

Note: All recurrent positions are in the Unclassified Service and employees do not gain regular status.

*Official job title: Sheriff's Training Specialist II
For more detailed information, view the Sheriff's Training Specialist II job description.

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close without further notice; interested candidates should apply as soon as possible.

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, and the incumbent can expect to work overtime and/or rotating shifts may be required to meet the needs of the department.
3) Training: Candidates must successfully complete the 64-hour San Bernardino County Sheriff's EVOC training courses within three (3) months of being hired.
4) 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.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess o ne of the following:

Option A: One (1) year of full-time experience as a driver training instructor in a law enforcement environment.

Option B: One (1) year of full-time regular status law enforcement experience involving pursuit driving in a marked law enforcement vehicle.

Option C: One (1) year of full-time experience driving an emergency response (Code 3) vehicle (Reserve Deputy Sheriff or Police Officer experience will be accepted on a pro-rated basis, minimum 2080 hours).

Option D: One (1) year of full-time experience as a driver training instructor.

--AND--

Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in education or behavioral science. A list of coursework must be submitted with the application.

Substitution: Two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may substitute for the required education.

Desired Qualifications

Possession of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate, EVOC training course certificates, and computer-based training experience is desirable.

Selection Process

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 Sheriff's Department.

Application Procedure : Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. ( Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.)

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. 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 require technical assistance, please click HERE 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 the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the 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.

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. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

Please click HERE 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: Continuous

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