District Attorney Assistant Chief Investigator-County Promotional

The Office of the District Attorney is recruiting for an Assistant Chief Investigator who manages the daily operations of the Bureau of Investigations. This position will assist in enforcing the Bureau rules and regulations while supervising a large staff of Investigators, Investigative Technicians, and support staff. The Assistant Chief will also handle investigations that are considered complex and highly sensitive in nature.

For more information, refer to the District Attorney Assistant Chief Investigator job description.
 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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. 

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Exempt Compensation Ordinance

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

Applicants Must Meet All Of The Following:

Certificate: Must possess a current CA P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate or higher.

Education: Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent coursework) from an accredited university or college in Criminal Justice, Administration of Justice, Criminology, Law Enforcement, Business Administration, Behavioral Science, Social Science or closely related field.

Experience: One (1) year of experience as a San Bernardino County District Attorney Commanding Investigator OR Two (2) years of experience as a San Bernardino County Supervising District Attorney Investigator.

Examination Process: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation.

Application Process: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm on September 4, 2026. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements.

If you require technical assistance, follow this link 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 your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
 
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 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 Veterans' Preference Policy.

Please review for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process