The Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (ARC) is recruiting for Records Technicians Trainee who work under close supervision and in a learning capacity. The training curriculum assists with developing the required knowledge and skills to independently determine the recordability or filing of legal source documents; retrieve, research, prepare, and/or provide certified copies of legal documents, Official Records, and Vital Records; assist the public in self-service research of Official Records of property ownership, deeds, liens, etc., via microfiche and archives; prepare copies of maps and documents; calculate and collect fees; issue applications for Marriage Licenses and perform civil marriage ceremonies; and accept, review, and process filing applications for Fictitious Business Name Statements, Abandonments, Dissolutions of Partnership, Withdrawals of Partnership, and Proof of Publications.

For more detailed information, refer to the Records Technician Trainee job description.

The resulting eligible list may be used to fill immediate and future vacancies throughout the County as they occur.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Promotion: Records Technician Trainee is the trainee level within the Records Technician series; incumbents are eligible for promotion to Records Technician (up to $63,710 annually - depending on selected benefit option) upon successful completion of a training program and receipt of a satisfactory work performance evaluation. Incumbents must promote within twelve (12) months or be terminated.

1) Work locations may vary to meet departmental needs.
2) A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and show proof of automobile liability insurance and be willing to travel to all locations as needed, and work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
3) Offices are currently located in Hesperia, Joshua Tree, and San Bernardino and the RV-Mobile unit.

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

CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE

Must possess twelve (12) months of full-time equivalent clerical experience within an office environment which includes knowledge of modern office practices, such as filing, operating standard office equipment, basic arithmetic, proper office etiquette, and reception/customer service techniques in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

EDUCATION

Must possess a High School diploma or G.E.D.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

All work experience must be clearly detailed and demonstrated on the application AND supplemental questionnaire to ensure qualifications are properly considered (resumes are not reviewed). All information must be current and up to date.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the ability to:

Review, understand, apply, and explain laws, regulations, and policies governing legal documents.
Perform basic arithmetical calculations.
Deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
Provide information and respond to questions from the public.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other staff members.
Experience in a title, real estate, escrow, insurance, mortgage, banking institution, law office, government, or related office environment.
Multitask.
Meet departmental production standards.

Spanish/English Bilingual Skills are highly desirable and should be noted on the application. Candidates who wish to be considered for bilingual positions must indicate bilingual ability on the application and may be subject to bilingual screening.

Selection Process

Examination:

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

Application Procedure:

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, Friday, April 03, 2026.

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.

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.

EEO/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 a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans, 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. (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application.)

For more important details, review the links below:

Guide to Completing a County Job Application

Applicant Information and the County Employment Process

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