Deputy Public Guardian/ Deputy Public Guardian Trainee
Apply NowCompany: County of San Bernardino, CA
Location: San Bernardino, CA 92404
Description:
Salary : $67,392.00 - $97,344.00 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-04191/04189-01
Department: Human Services-DAAS/Public Guardian
Opening Date: 03/29/2025
Closing Date: 4/11/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
The is recruiting for Deputy Public Guardians and Deputy Public Guardian Trainees who arrange for custodial care and administer estates of gravely disabled or other incompetent persons appointed to the Public Guardian by the courts. Deputy Public Guardians serve as conservators of conservatee's property and financial assets, and coordinate legal or social services on behalf of conservatees; investigate newly appointed conservatorship cases; interview family members, physicians, psychiatric social workers, lawyers, and others to assess needs of conservatees; consult with physicians, community social services or health care services to arrange for placement of conservatees; personally place conservatees in care facilities; and transport to court hearings when required.
For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Guardian job description.
For more detailed information, refer to theDeputy Public Guardian Trainee job description.
Deputy Public GuardianRange 56: $70,844 - $97,344 annually
Deputy Public Guardian TraineeRange 54T: $67,392 - $90,480 annually
Promotion: Incumbents in the class of Deputy Public Guardian Trainee are eligible for promotion to Deputy Public Guardian ($5,903- $8,112 monthly) upon completing the trainee period and receipt of a satisfactory Work Performance Evaluation. Incumbents must be promoted within twelve (12) months of hire or be terminated.
Review the job-specific Benefit Summary by following this link.
For additional Benefits details, please refer to the MOU.
HEALTH BENEFITS
PAID TIME OFF
RETIRMENET PERKS
- Medical and Dental: Family Coverage
- Vision: Employee Coverage
- Premium Subsidies to offset health costs
- Flexible Spending Account
- Up to 4 weeks with accruable vacation with
cash-out option
- 11 days accruable sick leave
- 15 paid holidays
- 16 Hours Perfect attendance leave
- Generous Pension
- Retirement reciprocity may be available!
- 457(b) Deferred
- Retirement Medical Trust
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan -Short & Long Term Disability - Wellness Program
Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Investigation: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing.
Working Conditions: Incumbents in this class will occasionally work in odorous, pest-infested areas. They may also be required to lift and carry conservatee's personal belongings, which may weigh up to sixty (60) pounds.
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Work Schedule: Work schedule may require availability for after hour referrals, night duty, and weekend shifts.
CA Certification Training: Incumbents must complete forty (40) units of CA State Association of Public Administrators, Public Guardian, and Public Conservators training within a four (4) year period.
Work Location: Incumbents will be assigned to work at the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) located at 686 E. Mill St. San Bernardino, CA 92415-0647. Office location may change due to space and department operational needs. New office may be located in the East (San Bernardino/Colton) or West (Fontana/Rancho) Valley of San Bernardino County.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Deputy Public Guardian
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Option A: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Behavioral or Social Science, or closely related field of study -AND- one (1) year of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Option B: Possess an Associate's degree, or equivalent completed college coursework, in Public or Business Administration, Behavioral or Social Science or closely related field of study -AND- four (4) years of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Deputy Public Guardian Trainee
Applicants must meet one of the following:Option A: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration, Behavioral/Social Science, or closely related field of study.
Option B:Possess an Associate's degree, or equivalent completed college coursework, in Public/Business Administration, Behavioral/Social Science or closely related field of study-AND- three (3) years of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Selection Process
There will be an online assessment of knowledge and skills which may consist of the following areas:
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Be sure to clearly describe, in the work experience section of the application, your experience in meeting and exceeding the desired qualifications as stated above. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application and/or the supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, 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 to review the Government Jobs , 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.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an 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 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 details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process
Technical & Inspection 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
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
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: At the time of appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting and credit check.
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Instructions: The information on the Application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. Detailed responses should be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered (do not refer to a resume). Each response must include the name of your employer(s), dates of employment where you performed the duty, and the title of your position(s). Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
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QUALIFICATIONS (Deputy Public Guardian): Indicate the option to which you meet the minimum requirements for Deputy Public Guardian.
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QUALIFICATIONS (Deputy Public Guardian Trainee): Indicate the option to which you meet the minimum requirements for Deputy Public Guardian Trainee.
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EDUCATION: Indicate the highest level of education you have COMPLETED.
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COURSEWORK: If you do not possess a bachelor's degree or higher in public/business administration, behavioral/social science or closely related field of study, provide a copy of legible transcripts or a list of completed college coursework, which includes: school, course title and number, and number of units (semester or quarter) earned.
Example: CSUSB, Intro to Psychology, Psych 100, 4 qtr units
Transcripts may be attached to the application in lieu of listing coursework in this section. Applicants may do this by scanning attachments and uploading them into the attachments section of the application.
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Experience: Indicate which of the following you have one (1) or more years of paid work experience: Select all that apply.
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Experience: Indicate the areas in which you have experience.
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BUDGET/FISCAL EXPERIENCE: Describe in detail your experience in budget preparation/recommendations and fiscal monitoring. Be specific as to your level of responsibility in these areas (primary responsibility, assisted, participated).If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
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LEGAL EXPERIENCE: Describe your experience dealing with court documents.If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
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LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPERIENCE: Describe your experience within a law enforcement agency.If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
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PUBLIC RELATIONS: Describe your experience acting as a representative on behalf of an agency, working with government boards, commissions or other public agencies. Include any experience making presentations.If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
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PROGRAM PLANNING, EVALUATION AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT: Describe your experience in program evaluation, policy planning and development. Include experience assessing needs, identifying error trends, reviewing business practices, conducting analyses, and coordinating/implementing corrective action, changes, new programs, services, policies or procedures. Be specific as to your level of responsibility in these areas (primary responsibility, assisted, participated).If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
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RELATED EXPERIENCE: Based upon your knowledge of the operations and services provided by the Office of the Public Guardian, how has your past experience/education prepared you to successfully perform the job duties of a Deputy Public Guardian?
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. 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.
Required Question
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-04191/04189-01
Department: Human Services-DAAS/Public Guardian
Opening Date: 03/29/2025
Closing Date: 4/11/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
The is recruiting for Deputy Public Guardians and Deputy Public Guardian Trainees who arrange for custodial care and administer estates of gravely disabled or other incompetent persons appointed to the Public Guardian by the courts. Deputy Public Guardians serve as conservators of conservatee's property and financial assets, and coordinate legal or social services on behalf of conservatees; investigate newly appointed conservatorship cases; interview family members, physicians, psychiatric social workers, lawyers, and others to assess needs of conservatees; consult with physicians, community social services or health care services to arrange for placement of conservatees; personally place conservatees in care facilities; and transport to court hearings when required.
For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Guardian job description.
For more detailed information, refer to theDeputy Public Guardian Trainee job description.
Deputy Public GuardianRange 56: $70,844 - $97,344 annually
Deputy Public Guardian TraineeRange 54T: $67,392 - $90,480 annually
Promotion: Incumbents in the class of Deputy Public Guardian Trainee are eligible for promotion to Deputy Public Guardian ($5,903- $8,112 monthly) upon completing the trainee period and receipt of a satisfactory Work Performance Evaluation. Incumbents must be promoted within twelve (12) months of hire or be terminated.
Review the job-specific Benefit Summary by following this link.
For additional Benefits details, please refer to the MOU.
HEALTH BENEFITS
PAID TIME OFF
RETIRMENET PERKS
- Medical and Dental: Family Coverage
- Vision: Employee Coverage
- Premium Subsidies to offset health costs
- Flexible Spending Account
- Up to 4 weeks with accruable vacation with
cash-out option
- 11 days accruable sick leave
- 15 paid holidays
- 16 Hours Perfect attendance leave
- Generous Pension
- Retirement reciprocity may be available!
- 457(b) Deferred
- Retirement Medical Trust
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan -Short & Long Term Disability - Wellness Program
Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Investigation: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing.
Working Conditions: Incumbents in this class will occasionally work in odorous, pest-infested areas. They may also be required to lift and carry conservatee's personal belongings, which may weigh up to sixty (60) pounds.
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Work Schedule: Work schedule may require availability for after hour referrals, night duty, and weekend shifts.
CA Certification Training: Incumbents must complete forty (40) units of CA State Association of Public Administrators, Public Guardian, and Public Conservators training within a four (4) year period.
Work Location: Incumbents will be assigned to work at the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) located at 686 E. Mill St. San Bernardino, CA 92415-0647. Office location may change due to space and department operational needs. New office may be located in the East (San Bernardino/Colton) or West (Fontana/Rancho) Valley of San Bernardino County.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Deputy Public Guardian
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Option A: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Behavioral or Social Science, or closely related field of study -AND- one (1) year of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Option B: Possess an Associate's degree, or equivalent completed college coursework, in Public or Business Administration, Behavioral or Social Science or closely related field of study -AND- four (4) years of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Deputy Public Guardian Trainee
Applicants must meet one of the following:Option A: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration, Behavioral/Social Science, or closely related field of study.
Option B:Possess an Associate's degree, or equivalent completed college coursework, in Public/Business Administration, Behavioral/Social Science or closely related field of study-AND- three (3) years of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Selection Process
There will be an online assessment of knowledge and skills which may consist of the following areas:
- Analysis and Problem Solving
- Logical Thinking and Reasoning Ability
- Written Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Be sure to clearly describe, in the work experience section of the application, your experience in meeting and exceeding the desired qualifications as stated above. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application and/or the supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, 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 to review the Government Jobs , 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.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an 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 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 details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process
Technical & Inspection 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
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
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
01
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: At the time of appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting and credit check.
- I understand.
02
Instructions: The information on the Application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. Detailed responses should be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered (do not refer to a resume). Each response must include the name of your employer(s), dates of employment where you performed the duty, and the title of your position(s). Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
- I understand.
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QUALIFICATIONS (Deputy Public Guardian): Indicate the option to which you meet the minimum requirements for Deputy Public Guardian.
- Option A: Possess a bachelor's degree in public or business administration, behavioral or social science, or closely related field of study -AND- one (1) year of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
- Option B: Possess an associate's degree, or equivalent completed college coursework, in public or business administration, behavioral or social science or closely related field of study -AND- four (4) years of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
- I do not meet any of the above required options for Deputy Public Guardian.
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QUALIFICATIONS (Deputy Public Guardian Trainee): Indicate the option to which you meet the minimum requirements for Deputy Public Guardian Trainee.
- Option A: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration, Behavioral/Social Science, or closely related field of study.
- Option B: Possess an Associate's degree, or equivalent completed college coursework, in Public/Business Administration, Behavioral/Social Science or closely related field of study -AND- three (3) years of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
- I do not meet any of the above required options for Deputy Public Guardian Trainee.
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EDUCATION: Indicate the highest level of education you have COMPLETED.
- Master's Degree in public or business administration, behavioral or social science, or closely related field of study.
- Bachelor's Degree in public or business administration, behavioral or social science, or closely related field of study.
- Associate's Degree in public or business administration, behavioral or social science, or closely related field of study.
- Sixty (60) semester (90 quarter) units of completed college coursework in public or business administration, behavioral or social science, or closely related field of study.
- None of the above
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COURSEWORK: If you do not possess a bachelor's degree or higher in public/business administration, behavioral/social science or closely related field of study, provide a copy of legible transcripts or a list of completed college coursework, which includes: school, course title and number, and number of units (semester or quarter) earned.
Example: CSUSB, Intro to Psychology, Psych 100, 4 qtr units
Transcripts may be attached to the application in lieu of listing coursework in this section. Applicants may do this by scanning attachments and uploading them into the attachments section of the application.
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Experience: Indicate which of the following you have one (1) or more years of paid work experience: Select all that apply.
- Probate
- Trusts
- Conservatorships
- Case Management
- Real and/or Personal Property Valuations
- Fiscal/Accounting for Assets
- None of the Above
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Experience: Indicate the areas in which you have experience.
- Budget/Fiscal Experience
- Legal Experience
- Law Enforcement Experience
- None of the Above
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BUDGET/FISCAL EXPERIENCE: Describe in detail your experience in budget preparation/recommendations and fiscal monitoring. Be specific as to your level of responsibility in these areas (primary responsibility, assisted, participated).If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
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LEGAL EXPERIENCE: Describe your experience dealing with court documents.If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
11
LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPERIENCE: Describe your experience within a law enforcement agency.If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
12
PUBLIC RELATIONS: Describe your experience acting as a representative on behalf of an agency, working with government boards, commissions or other public agencies. Include any experience making presentations.If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
13
PROGRAM PLANNING, EVALUATION AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT: Describe your experience in program evaluation, policy planning and development. Include experience assessing needs, identifying error trends, reviewing business practices, conducting analyses, and coordinating/implementing corrective action, changes, new programs, services, policies or procedures. Be specific as to your level of responsibility in these areas (primary responsibility, assisted, participated).If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate N/A.
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RELATED EXPERIENCE: Based upon your knowledge of the operations and services provided by the Office of the Public Guardian, how has your past experience/education prepared you to successfully perform the job duties of a Deputy Public Guardian?
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
- I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
- I understand
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. 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.
- I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
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