Salary : $95,742.40 - $135,033.60 Annually
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-13186Sheriff-02
Department: Sheriff/Coroner
Opening Date: 11/07/2026
Closing Date: 11/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
The JobThe
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Departmentis currently accepting applications for the position of
Sheriff's Licensed Behavioral Health Program Manager I*. Sheriff's Licensed Behavioral Health Program Managers I* are responsible for managing a key program component and assisting in planning and organizing a comprehensive behavioral health program with behavioral health service providers; and overseeing professional and administrative staff and processes in adult correctional facilities.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department is establishing an internal Behavioral Health Services Program within its adult correctional facilities to maintain ongoing responsibility for mental health and healthcare services. This transition will support continuity of care for the incarcerated population through integrated services and early intervention, using an ongoing collaborative, multidisciplinary approach focused on improved health outcomes.
*Official title: Mental Health Program Manager I
For more detailed information, refer to the
Mental Health Program Manager I job description.
The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS!To review job-specific benefits, please refer to the
Summary of Benefits and the
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a credit check and medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent U.S. resident.
Background: Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony and must successfully pass an extensive background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and polygraph examination.
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.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum RequirementsLICENSE: Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment.
--AND--EDUCATION: A completed bachelor's degree or higher in Behavioral/Social Science, Health/Human Services, Public/Business Administration, or closely related field.
Note: Qualifying degree
must have been completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
--AND--EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of full-time equivalent
professional-level administrative and/or supervisory experience which includes responsibility in one or more of the following areas: development of programs; compliance/quality management; data/legislative analysis; contract procurement and monitoring; or budget development and oversight.
-OR- three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience providing mental health services to a seriously mentally ill population or in a correctional setting.
Desired QualificationsApplicants with experience working with incarcerated populations, particularly in an adult correctional facility, are strongly encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in a public behavioral health department, agency or program.
- Experience with project planning, project management, and data analysis.
- Strong written and communication skills.
- Experience planning, implementing, supporting or evaluating behavioral health programs.
Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation.
Selection ProcessExamination Procedure: 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 Procedure: 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.
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.
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.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment ProcessManagement UnitSan 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 information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a
competitive evaluation of qualifications and will be used to determine your final score and placement on the eligible list. Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
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Select which degree discipline applies:
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- Master's in Social Work
- Professional Clinical Counselor
- None of the above
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Professional License: If you are Licensed Therapist in the State of California as LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC, indicate the type of License you possess, the License number and expiration date. If you are not a Licensed Therapist, indicate "N/A".
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EDUCATION: Indicate the highest level of
completed education, completion date, and field of study.Example: Master's Degree, May 2025, Public Administration Note: Qualifying degree or coursework must have been completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
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SUPERVISORY/LEAD EXPERIENCE: Indicate lead/supervisory tasks you have performed. Check all that apply. Experience must be included and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
- Advise on work problems
- Assign and review work
- Train staff
- Approve leave time
- Change work schedules
- Counsel on behavior problems
- Give input on work performance evaluation
- Write work performance evaluations for supervisor's signature
- Write and sign work performance evaluations
- Interview candidates for hiring
- Recommend candidates for hiring
- Make final hiring decisions
- Recommend disciplinary actions
- Carry out disciplinary actions (write reprimands, terminations, etc.)
- N/A
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SUPERVISORY/LEAD EXPERIENCE CONTINUED: Please describe your experience
supervising/managing staff. Include information regarding the number and level of positions supervised/led (must specify job titles of staff). Specify any primary responsibility for hiring, writing performance evaluations, handling disciplinary matters, and other supervisory/lead duties performed. Include the name of your employer and dates of employment.If you do not possess this type of experience, indicate "N/A".
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Correctional or Institutional Experience: Have you worked in a facility that provides services to an incarcerated population?
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San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Experience: Are you currently working within a San Bernardino County Sheriff's correctional facility?
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Correctional Facility Experience: List the employer(s) and briefly describe your experience working in a correctional facility. Be sure this experience is also included in the Experience section of your application.
If you do not possess this type of experience, please indicate "N/A". 10
COMPLIANCE/QUALITY MANAGEMENT: Indicate your compliance/quality management experience. Check all that apply.Experience must be included and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
- Monitoring programs and/or work of staff for effectiveness of service delivery
- Monitoring programs and/or work of staff for compliance with laws and regulations
- Evaluating and modifying programs for effectiveness of service delivery
- Evaluating and modifying programs for compliance with laws and regulations
- Developing monitoring tools and/or systems
- Implementing monitoring tools and/or systems
- Ensuring compliance with contracts management/requirements
- Conducting compliance/quality reviews for Medi-Cal claims, billing, and chart documentation
- No related experience
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CONTRACT PROCUREMENT AND MONITORING: Indicate your experience with contract procurement and contract monitoring. Check all that apply. Experience must be included and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
- Completing Requests for Proposals
- Completing Requests for Action
- Developing Contract or MOU Language
- Completing Contract Evaluations of Bidding Agencies
- Conducting Reviews of Programs Based on Contract Requirements
- None of the above
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PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT/EVALUATION: Please describe your experience in program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation within a mental health or substance abuse treatment program. Include the types
