Sheriff's Deputy Chief (County Promotional)

The Job



***This recruitment is open only to current San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Captains.***



The Sheriff's Department is accepting applications for Sheriff's Deputy Chiefs who direct and coordinate the activities of a bureau of operating divisions, detention facilities and/or stations. This recruitment will result in a new list of eligible candidates to replace the existing list of candidates.

For more detailed information, refer to the Sheriff's Deputy Chief job description.

Apply by submitting a fully completed:

• On-line Application, uploaded resume and Supplemental Questionnaire

Fully complete the information requested to clearly demonstrate possession of the requirements. The information you provide will be used to verify and evaluate your job qualifications.

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact any of the following:

• Jennifer Salinas (909) 387-5839, jennifer.salinas@hr.sbcounty.gov
• Jamie Knutzen (909) 387-6144, jknutzen@hr.sbcounty.gov
• Human Resources - Employment, 175 West Fifth Street, First Floor, (909) 387-8304

Minimum Requirements

Experience: Applicants must be currently employed in a regular full-time position with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department as a Sheriff's Captain, and have at least one (1) year of experience in said position, as of the filing deadline of March 14, 2025.

NOTE: On your application, clearly differentiate between Captain experience and prior experience.

Selection Process

Resume : All applicants must attach/upload their resumes to their online application and submit both by 5pm, Friday, March 14, 2025, in order to be considered in the promotional process.

The resume template and instructions can be found in Starlink under templates, promotional templates.

Examination : There will be a competitive evaluation of promotability based on a departmental review of the applicant's resume, which should highlight competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas: Management; Planning; Budget Preparation and Fiscal Monitoring; Policy and Procedure Evaluation and Formulation; Supervision; and Promotion of Community Relations.

Application Procedure : To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application, supplemental questionnaire, and attached/uploaded resume by 5:00 pm, March 14, 2025.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application and resume, 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.

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 .

Exempt Unit-Group C

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: 3/14/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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