Performance Driving Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $68,536.00 - $94,203.20 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-19547RECURRENT-02
Department: Sheriff/Coroner
Opening Date: 03/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
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.
For more detailed information, view the 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 and maintain automobile liability insurance.
5) 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
Applicants must possess one (1) of the following: Option A: One (1) year of full-time experience as a driver training instructor. Law Enforcement experience is preferred.
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).
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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.
Additional Information and Resources:
If you need technical assistance, 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.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees 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 recruitment filing 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
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 * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The application and supplemental questions below will be reviewed to determine your qualifications for the position. Experience referenced in this section MUST be listed in the work history section of your application.

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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Recurrent Status Acknowledgment: I understand that this recruitment is intended to fill recurrent positions, which are utilized by the department for shift coverage. Recurrent positions are Unclassified, and recurrent employees do not gain regular status.Placement on the eligible list for a Recurrent position will not result in consideration for a full-time vacancy.

• I understand the conditions of recurrent employment.

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Minimum Experience Requirements: I am qualified to apply for Sheriff's Academy Driving Instructor with the following experience:

• One (1) year of full-time experience as a driver training instructor.
• One (1) year of full-time regular status law enforcement experience involving pursuit driving in a marked law enforcement vehicle.
• 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).
• None of the above.

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Minimum Requirements-Education: This position requires thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in education or behavioral science.

• I possess thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in education or behavioral science or more.
• I am substituting two (2) additional years of experience for the education requirement.
• I do not meet the education/substitution requirements.

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Desired Qualifications: In addition, I also possess the following certificates:(Copies must be attached to the application).

• P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate (or higher).
• Completion of 24-hour Driver Awareness Instructor course.
• Completion of 40-hour EVOC Driver Training Instructor course.
• None of the above.

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Describe your experience with computers, including any computer simulation experience. If none indicate N/A.
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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 with your application is current, secure 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 statement.

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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. To access the guide, 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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