Posting number: 10133
Department: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Job classification: Human Services Supervisor
Posting type: Promotional
Categories: Human Services
This is a Department Promotional exam open only to current eligible employees of The Kern County Department of Human Services.
EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:
Written Exam: will be conducted on September 17, 2026
Oral Exam: will be conducted on September 29, 2026
Examination components for promotional testing will be administered during the scheduled dates/times/locations without exception
Written Exam (Weight 40%) Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of California public assistance regulations; county policies and procedures regarding personnel and disciplinary matters; current departmental supervisory practices; and proficiency in department's computer system and department programs.
Oral Exam (Weight 60%): Will be conducted for the purpose of appraising the applicant's training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the position.
If the number of applicants successful on the written examination is insufficient to warrant an oral examination, the written examination shall be weighted 100%.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university, or a Human Services Certificate Program. In addition, two (2) years combined experience equivalent to a Human Services Technician III or Human Services Technician IV.
Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required upon appointment.
Incumbents must have the ability to travel to designated locations.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Applicants must submit a bilingual (English/Spanish) certificate before the final filing deadline. Applicants who wish to be considered for bilingual employment must submit a bilingual certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College.
For information about where to obtain a qualifying bilingual certificate, click the link here.
Employees who occupy positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.
Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email HR@kerncounty.com.
This position works within the Department of Human Services of Kern County. For more information about the department, please view their website here
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.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
Appointees are subject to fingerprinting for the purpose of a criminal records check as authorized by section 16501 of the California Welfare and Institutions code and section 11105.3 of the California Penal Code.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. 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. Candidates are encouraged to indicate acceptable geographical locations in which they would accept employment on their application form. Candidates MUST be willing to travel to these locations (areas/district offices).
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page
The mission of the County of Kern is to exceed expectations of the communities we serve, changing the way they feel about government, those who manage it, and the services it provides.
Fulfilling our mission is of the highest importance. To many our work at the County of Kern means the difference between life and death, and at the very least we make a significant impact on the quality of life of our residents. While promoting efficiency is really important, our most strongly held value is achievement - effectively meeting the needs of our residents at the time they need our assistance most.
We also know that our best can always be better, and we encourage and provide a work environment that allows our employees to continuously improve and seek innovative solutions. Our employees have the freedom to pursue their work creatively without fear of punishment. Failure is not fatal, but a fear of failure is.
