What are the responsibilities and job description for the ARC Public & Legislative Affairs Officer position at San Bernardino County?
The Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (ARC) seeks a passionate, dynamic, high performing Public & Legislative Affairs Officer* who is primarily responsible for researching legislation related to ARC operations and for establishing public outreach and education standards, goals, priorities, operational plans, and policies and procedures.
*Official Title: ARC Public and Legislative Affairs Analyst
For more information, refer to the ARC Public and Legislative Affairs Analyst job description.
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
License: A valid California Class C Driver License may be required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Background: Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation and medical examination including drug screening.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
| CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: | |
| OPTION 1 | Education: Must possess a completed/awarded bachelor’s degree in political science, public or business administration, public policy or other closely related field. -AND-Experience: Must possess two (2) years of full-time equivalent progressively, responsible professional-level administrative experience tracking and making recommendations and developing policies and procedures to implement legislative impacts. Experience should include developing and administering public outreach and education programs fostering public understanding of goals and to provide the public with information to promote an organization's events and activities. |
| OPTION 2 | Education: Must possess sixty (60) semester (90 quarter) units of completed college coursework in political science, public or business administration, public policy or other closely related field. -AND-Experience: Must possess two (2) years of full-time equivalent progressively, responsible professional-level administrative experience tracking and making recommendations and developing policies and procedures to implement legislative impacts. Experience should include developing and administering public outreach and education programs fostering public understanding of goals and to provide the public with information to promote an organization's events and activities. |
| EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION | Three (3) years of additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education for either Option 1 or 2. |
| IMPORTANT NOTES: | |
All work experience and education information 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. | |
| EDUCATION | Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with 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. (Must be attached if applicable.) For education evaluation services, refer to Naces. |
Key attributes of the ideal candidate include:
- Knowledge of local, tribal, State and Federal government organizations and legislative processes as well as pertinent laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations.
- Experience researching and tracking current and proposed legislation and making recommendations.
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to prepare and present clear and concise reports.
- Ability to establish working relationships with government officials, agency leaders, boards/commissions, community groups and the general public.
- Experience with media, community groups, and the public regarding programs, and other current affairs utilizing various media platforms such as newspaper, television, radio and social media.
- Advanced skills in organizing oneself and taking initiative for projects.
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:
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, August 14, 2026.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. 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.)
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.)
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Employment Hiring Process Information
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