Security Attendant - Shift
Kern County
Job Description
Shift information : 5% additional pay for evening shift work; 7.5% additional pay for night shift work. Applicants must be able and willing to work any shift of a 24-hour period and any 5 of 7 days.
Examinations
Written Exam (Weight 100%): M ay include knowledge of general security, safety and first aid, public relations and other relevant subjects.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards
- High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent or any equivalent combination of training and experience which would provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Possession of a Guard Registration Card issued by the State of California. Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services upon appointment.
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Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License.
About Kern County
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Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
Appointees will be fingerprinted and required to pass a background investigation.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made at the Kern County Sheriff's Office . Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.
This position works within the Kern County Sheriff's Office. For more information about the department, please view their website here .
Kern County Sheriff’s Office will seek and retain qualified individuals who maintain a high moral character, are ethical in all facets of life, and are trustworthy and professional when serving our community. To learn more about the 7 pillars of the ideal candidate please click here .
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.