Land Use Administrative Support Specialist

Job Description:

Land Use Administrative Support Specialist

Description

The Job

Land Use Services- Code Enforcement Division is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Land Use Administrative Support Specialist* to join their team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple administrative responsibilities efficiently. This position plays a key role in supporting the Department's operations through documentation, data management, and collaborative team work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively through email, phone, and in-person interactions.
• Prepare, format, and edit documents, reports, and presentations.
• Perform accurate data entry and maintain organized digital records and database.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Work independently on assigned tasks and contribute effectively in team environments.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, to support reporting and administrative tasks.
• Research and interpret various county records/policies.

*Official Job Title: Public Service Employee; for more information refer to the Public Service Employee job description.

Current vacancies exist in the Code Enforcement Division at the Hesperia and San Bernardino offices. Be sure to indicate your location preference in the Supplemental Question.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Land Use Services Department is dedicated to ensuring a balance in the areas of housing, business, and recreational needs for the diverse cultures and communities of San Bernardino County. This is accomplished through comprehensive regional planning and enforcement of building standards, land uses, and environmental impacts.

The Land Use Services Department continues to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors to San Bernardino County by providing a framework for orderly growth while maintaining the highest level of public safety. For more information, visit https://lus.sbcounty.gov/

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, candidate must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.

Public Service Employee: This position is recurrent, non-regular, limited duration position classified as a Public Service Employee . The successful candidate shall be considered at-will throughout the term of their employment, and will not retain regular status.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong research skills
• Familiarity with Land Use terminology

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an administrative or support role.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong Organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Some experience in Planning, Building and Safety or closely related field.

Selection Process

Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before 5:00 PM PST, FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026 . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
Candidates will be referred directly to the hiring department.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the 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 need 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (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 (Download PDF) within one week of the 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 .

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .

This position is an extra help position and is not eligible for benefits through San Bernardino County.

Closing Date/Time: 5/15/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$19.00 Hourly