Kern County, CA Jobs

33 open positions

33 current openings at Kern County, CA across 8 departments. Listed pay $33.45–$48.80/hr · $84k–$186k/yr. Updated daily from the employer's own postings.

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Public Health Program Specialist

Kern County, CA · DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH · Closes Oct 12

Bakersfield Full time $6,341.79 - $7,579.02 Monthly
basic supervisionmedical terminologystatistics
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Microbiologist-Trainee - Department Promotional - Public Health

Kern County, CA · DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH · Closes Oct 12

Bakersfield Full time $5,598.34 - $6,690.54 Monthly
laboratory diagnostic work
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Senior Accountant-Lateral Transfer-CAO General Services

Kern County, CA · CAO-GENERAL SERVICES · Closes Oct 14

Bakersfield Full time $6,310.22 - $7,541.30 Monthly

Lateral Transfer Opportunity - This is a transfer opportunity restricted to permanent employees of the County of Kern who have successfully completed their initial probationary period and are currently classified as a…

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Stock Clerk II

Kern County, CA · DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES · Closes Oct 22

Bakersfield Full time $3,451.07 - $4,124.34 Monthly
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Sheriff's Dispatcher I

Kern County, CA

Kern County, CA, United States Full-time $4,609 - $5,508 / month

Sheriff's Dispatcher I position in Kern County, CA. Operates emergency dispatch console, handles 911 calls, coordinates resources, and maintains dispatch records.

Typing speed 45 net words per minute.Keyboard proficiency.Experience with emergency dispatch console.
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Sheriff's Records Specialist - Shift

Kern County, CA

Depending on Assignment, CA, United States Full-time $3,775 - $4,512 / month

Sheriff's Records Specialist responsible for managing and retrieving records, supporting investigations, and maintaining accurate documentation within the Kern County Sheriff's Office.

Basic office proceduresEquipment operationEnglish language, grammar, punctuationPublic relations principles
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Sheriff's Records Supervisor - Shift

Kern County, CA

Depending on Assignment, CA, United States Full-time $4,171 - $4,985 / month

The Sheriff's Records Supervisor leads the records management team within Kern County Sheriff's Office, ensuring accurate handling, retention, and release of law enforcement documents.

Records management and retention policiesBasic supervision and training principles
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Deputy Public Defender I/II/III/IV/V

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time $6,600 - $14,567 / month

Deputy Public Defender positions across five experience levels support Kern County’s public defender office by providing legal representation, conducting investigations, and presenting cases in criminal and civil…

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Deputy Sheriff - Shift - Lateral

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time $6,470 - $7,732 / month

Deputy Sheriff – Shift – Lateral position in Kern County’s Sheriff’s Office. Candidates will serve as sworn peace officers, performing patrol, investigations, and emergency response duties.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time $10,868 - $12,988 / month

Kern County seeks Child Support Attorneys across four experience levels to provide legal services in family and civil law.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Deputy Coroner

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time $5,914 - $7,068 / month

Deputy Coroner position in Bakersfield, CA. Requires investigative experience, firearms and Penal Code training, valid driver’s license, and a strong ethical record.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Deputy Public Administrator

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time $5,353 - $6,397 / month

Deputy Public Administrator role in Kern County’s Sheriff’s Office seeks a qualified individual with a bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, management, accounting, or behavioral science and experience…

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Behavioral Health Therapist I/II

Kern County, CA

Kern County, CA, United States Full-time $33 - $49 / hour

Behavioral Health Therapist position in Kern County, CA.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Behavioral Health Therapist Trainee

Kern County, CA

Depending on Assignment, CA, United States Full-time $5,406 - $6,461 / month

The Behavioral Health Therapist Trainee position supports Kern County’s behavioral health services by providing therapeutic care under supervision.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Sheriff's Detentions Deputy - Shift - Lateral

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time $6,155 - $7,356 / month

A dedicated law‑enforcement professional sought to serve as a Sheriff’s Detentions Deputy in Bakersfield, CA.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Sheriff's Detentions Deputy Trainee - Shift

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time $4,122 - $4,122 / month

This role trains new deputies in detention operations, requiring discipline, clear communication, and adherence to safety protocols.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Deputy Sheriff Trainee - Shift

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time $4,130 - $4,936 / month

Deputy Sheriff Trainee position in Bakersfield, CA. Candidates will attend training, pass written and physical exams, and work shift schedules including weekends and holidays.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Social Service Worker IV/V- Department of Human Services

Kern County, CA

Depending on Assignment, CA, United States Full-time $5,855 - $7,655 / month

Social Service Worker IV/V position in Kern County’s Department of Human Services.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Fire Equipment Mechanic

Kern County, CA

Bakersfield Full-time

Fire Equipment Mechanic in Kern County Fire Department maintains and repairs heavy motorized equipment, ensuring readiness for emergency response.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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First Responder Paramedic - Shift - Fire

Kern County, CA

Depending on Assignment, CA, United States Full-time $5,914 - $7,068 / month

First Responder Paramedic at Kern County Fire Department. The role involves responding to 911 calls, providing emergency medical care, and operating ambulances across California assignments.

Emergency careAmbulance operationPatient assessmentMedical documentation
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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About Kern County, CA jobs

Kern County, CA has 33 open positions, mostly in Bakersfield, Ridgecrest and Boron. Openings include Public Health Program Specialist, Microbiologist-Trainee - Department Promotional - Public Health and Senior Accountant-Lateral Transfer-CAO General Services. The departments hiring most are DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES and CAO-GENERAL SERVICES. Typical posted pay is $84k–$186k/yr or $33.45–$48.80/hr.

Openings by department

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
4
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
3
CAO-GENERAL SERVICES
1
SHERIFF
1
FIRE
1
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & RECOVERY SERVICES
1
GENERAL
1
AUDITOR-CONTROLLER
1

Pay by role at Kern County, CA

RoleLatest posted payPostings
Sheriff's Records Specialist$45,303–$54,141/yr6
Deputy Sheriff$89,712–$107,220/yr5
Departmental Aide$36,384/yr5
Office Services Technician$39,996–$47,796/yr5

Kern County, CA Jobs: FAQ

How many jobs does Kern County have open?

Kern County, CA has 33 open positions on NextGig, gathered from its own job postings and refreshed daily.

Which Kern County departments are hiring?

The departments with the most openings are DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, CAO-GENERAL SERVICES, SHERIFF, FIRE.

What does Kern County pay?

Across openings that list pay, the posted range is $33.45–$48.80/hr · $84k–$186k/yr.

Which Kern County jobs close soon?

3 openings close within the next 7 days.