Testing will take place the week of July 23, 2024*
*Please note test dates are subject to change and availability is limited.
There will be an in-person proctored computer assessment of knowledge and skills in the following areas:
- Written Communication
- Reading Comprehension
- Applying Rules
- Basic Math
NOTE: If you have applied for a similar position in another county and successfully passed the Board of State Community Corrections (BSCC) exam within the past year, you may be eligible to transfer your score.
**YOU MAY ONLY APPLY AND TEST ONCE EVERY SIX (6) MONTHS **
If you took this test within the last 6 months your previous score will be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION: In order to prepare for the test, candidates may wish to review the Board of State and Community Corrections Candidate Orientation Booklet for the Probation Officer Examination.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. 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.
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.
If you require technical assistance, please 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 web browser used to submit the application.
Note: Applicants must be successful in the Online Test to continue to the Physical Agility Test.
THE PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST
Candidates passing the Online Test will be notified and invited by the Probation Department to participate in the Physical Agility Test. Click the following link to view a YouTube video of the Physical Agility Test: https://youtu.be/R9m3FPD-1iU
Note: Only those applicants successful on both the Online Test and Physical Agility Test will continue in the background process.
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.