Crime Prevention Specialist

CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
 This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Crime Prevention Specialist positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will be advertised from Wednesday, October 28, 2026, through Monday, November 2, 2026. Interested jobseekers will not be able to apply during this advertising period. 

Applications will be accepted on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, on a continuous basis until the needs of the department are met and may close as early as 11:59 p.m. (PST), on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
Welcome to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department - an agency dedicated to providing law enforcement service with integrity. Here, we put our community first and are focused on finding innovative ways to create safer neighborhoods through several public safety initiatives:

With approximately 4,000 employees committed to serving the public, I am proud to lead an agency focused on intelligence-led policing strategies and a community-oriented approach to serving the residents of Orange County. We believe engaging with our community helps us do our job more efficiently and effectively. Through collaborative partnerships with those we serve, we can ensure Orange County remains a safe place to live, work, worship and raise our families.

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THE OPPORTUNITY

THE NORTH OPERATIONS DIVISION
North Operations, based at Sheriff’s Headquarters in Santa Ana, is responsible for patrol services in the north Orange County unincorporated areas and contract police services for the cities of Yorba Linda, Stanton, and Villa Park. North Operations is responsible for specialized law enforcement functions including the Security Bureau, Special Events, School Crossing Guards, County Parks, and the OC Fair & Event Center. 

SOUTHWEST OPERATIONS DIVISION

The Southwest Operations Division provides professional and caring law enforcement services to more than 305,000 residents within our division. The seven contract cities of Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, San Clemente, and San Juan Capistrano are all within the Southwest Operations area of responsibility. Deputy Sheriffs in this division are assigned to patrol, motors, investigations, traffic enforcement, the Directed Enforcement Teams (DET), School Resource Officer (SRO) program, the Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT), the Behavioral Health Bureau, supervision, management, and other essential support functions. 

The Crime Prevention Specialist serves as the primary liaison between the Sheriff’s Department and the community, supporting proactive crime prevention efforts, community engagement, and public safety education.

The current vacancies are in North Operations Division/North Patrol and Southwest Operations Division/Aliso Viejo Police Services.

Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Word, Power Point, Excel, Access, and other Microsoft Office Applications. This candidate will also be proficient with various social media platforms and the use of audio-visual equipment for presentations. The ideal candidate will also possess strong written and verbal communication skills, innovative ideas, and thrive in a small team environment.

 In addition, the ideal candidate will also possess the ability to:

PLEASE NOTE: The competencies listed above and in the job classification description under minimum qualifications will be used to select the ideal candidate. Your application and answers to the supplemental questions should be descriptive, concise and highlight the areas you have developed expertise, matching your professional experience with the specific competencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Please click here for details on the Crime Prevention Specialist classification, including the physical, mental, environmental and working conditions. 

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner.

Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts). Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Sheriff Human Resources will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%) The Structured Oral Interview is a timed assessment. Applicants will provide answers to job-related questions, which will be rated by a panel of subject matter experts using standardized evaluation criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will move forward to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Only the most successful candidates will move forward to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

ELIGIBLE LIST
After all procedures have been completed, the Sheriff's Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list will be referred to a selection interview to be considered for the current vacancy.

Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

Based on the County's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

HOW TO APPLY

Only on-line applications will be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of on-line applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Your application should demonstrate your professional experience and education related to the specific qualifications/duties listed in this bulletin, including the areas in which you have developed expertise. Please print a copy of your confirmation page for your records.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Paige West at [email protected] or 714-834-5859.

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.