PSD Program Generalist - Preschool Services*

PSD Program Generalist - Preschool Services

Salary: $51,126.40 - $68,681.60 Annually Location: Throughout San Bernardino County, CA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 26-23500-01 Department: Human Services - Preschool Services Opening Date: February 14, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous

Benefits ----------

The Job --------

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Job Description ---------------

The Preschool Services Department (PSD) is recruiting for Program Generalists who determine eligibility for various Early Childhood Education (ECE) Programs and Identify and provide appropriate resources and/or referrals for the needs of children and their families participating, or seeking to participate, in the program. Program Generalists may also monitor adherence to state/federal guidelines and nutrition services. An eligible list will be established to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout San Bernardino County.

Requirements ------------

• Official Title: PSD Program Generalist - Contract
• For more information, refer to the PSD Program Generalist job description.

Conditions of Employment ------------------------

1. Pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).
2. Must complete the AB 1207 - Child Care Providers: Mandated Reporter Training prior to placement at a school site.
3. 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.
4. Incumbents may be assigned to work at any of the PSD school sites within the County. Preference for geographic location will be taken into consideration, whenever possible, depending upon staffing needs.

Background Investigation ----------------------

Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB).

Minimum Requirements -------------------

• Candidates must meet the following requirements:
• Education: Must possess a completed/awarded Bachelors degree, credential, or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or closely related field.
• No experience required
• Required documentation (Must be attached):
• Copy of the required transcripts
• Copy of the degree and/or certification/credential (unofficial transcripts are accepted and must be legible)
• Required documentation MUST be attached to your application.
• Or email to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov Subject: PSD Program Generalist - Preschool Services
• Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application.

Desired Qualifications ----------------------

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proficient with case management database programs
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
• Experience in a Head Start or State preschool setting
• Experience in an Early Childhood Education (ECE) program determining eligibility for State/Federal programs and providing family casework services
• Typing at a minimum corrected typing speed of 40 wpm
• Note: Spanish/English bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Selection Process -----------------

Examination Procedure: 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 ---------------------

• Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time.
• 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.

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 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.

Application Instructions ------------------------

The information on the Application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and all work experience listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be listed on the Application in order to be evaluated.

Required Question -----------------

1. Do you possess a completed Bachelors degree in social work, human services, family services, counseling or closely related field? (MUST be closely related to social work/human services.) (If Yes, transcripts AND degree MUST be attached/submitted.)

   • Yes
   • No

2. Do you possess a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or closely related field? (If Yes, credential OR certification MUST be attached/submitted. Child Development Permit not qualifying.)

   • Yes
   • No

3. Clearly describe any work experience that includes duties and responsibilities determining eligibility for services within a social services environment. Be sure to include the name of the employer where this experience was obtained. If no experience, indicate "N/A."

   • [Insert experience]

4. Clearly describe any work experience that includes duties and responsibilities interpreting, explaining, and applying rules and regulations within a social services environment. Be sure to include the name of the employer where this experience was obtained. If no experience, indicate "N/A."

   • [Insert experience]

5. Clearly describe any work experience that includes duties and responsibilities interviewing and gathering financial, family or personal information from the public over the phone or in-person within a social services environment. Be sure to include the name of the employer where this experience was obtained. If no experience, indicate "N/A."

   • [Insert experience]

6. Clearly describe any case management work experience that includes duties and responsibilities making referrals for community resources, providing services, and family engagement, within a social services environment. Be sure to include the name of the employer where this experience was obtained. If no experience, indicate "N/A."

   • [Insert experience]

7. Describe any experience using a computer case management database program. Indicate the name of the computer program, where the experience was obtained, and the specific tasks you performed using it. If no experience, indicate "N/A."

   • [Insert experience]

8. Indicate your experience with the following computer applications below: (Select only those for which you have experience.)

   • Microsoft Outlook
   • Microsoft Word
   • Microsoft Excel
   • Microsoft Power Point
   • Microsoft Access (or other databases)
   • Other
   • No experience with computer applications

9. For each area selected above, indicate the months of experience, skill level (beginner, intermediate, advanced), reason for using, and how often used. (Be sure to include explicit details and examples of tasks performed.) If no experience, indicate "N/A."

   • [Insert experience]

10. Indicate if you are currently or have ever been the parent or guardian of an Early Head Start of Head Start Child. Current Head Start parent or guardian Former Head Start parent or guardian Former Head Start child None of the above

    • [Insert answer]

11. In the question above, if you stated that you are a current parent/guardian of a Head Start/Early Head Start child, indicate the school site that your child is attending. If None, indicate "N/A."

    • [Insert answer]

12. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

    • I understand that I must submit legible copies of all required documents (transcripts AND degree and/or certification) as soon as possible or my application may be disqualified. Indicate the manner in which you are submitting your documents. I have attached all required documents to this application. I will scan and email all required documents to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov, Subject: PSD Program Generalist-Preschool Services.
    • I have attached all required documents to this application. I will scan and email all required documents to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov, Subject: PSD Program Generalist-Preschool Services.

13. PSD Site Locations

    • Check the geographic areas in which you are willing to work.
    • Ontario/Chino Rancho Cucamonga San Bernardino/Colton Fontana/Rialto Redlands/Yucaipa/Loma Linda
    • 29 Palms Joshua Tree/Y