Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III

Salary: Deputy Probation Officer I: $2,136.02 - $2,596.35 Deputy Probation Officer II: $2,300.26 - $2,796.97 Deputy Probation Officer III: $2,477.13 - $3,010.97
The County of Del Norte Probation Department is seeking a qualified candidate to fill five (5) vacancies for the position of Deputy Probation Officer I/ II/III. This position is classified as full-time.

Deputy Probation Officer I/II:

These are the entry and journey level positions in a series of classification of Deputy Probation Officer that requires skills and abilities to monitor adults and/or juveniles on court probation or programs and to assure adherence to conditions of the probation. Employees in this classification receive limited supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This work consists of responsible professional duties at an entry to journeyman level within a classification series.

Deputy Probation Officer I is the first working level in this class and under direct to general supervision, is assigned duties and cases which may be routine to complex. The entry-level position is assigned duties that will increase experience and expertise and with the additional ability and increased skills may be eligible for advancement in this series.

Deputy Probation Officer II is the journey-level and is assigned duties relative to the more complex cases under minimal supervision except as new or unusual circumstances require. Incumbents advanced to this level must have demonstrated the ability and skill for successful performance.

Deputy Probation Officer III:
This is the lead person position in a series of classification of Deputy Probation Officer performing professional probation work that requires a high level of skills and abilities to monitor adults and/or juveniles on court probation or programs to assure adherence to conditions of the probation and to coordinate juvenile or adult probation case work.
Deputy Probation Officer III is the experienced level and is assigned the complex and technical cases and tasks and is capable of working independently in any number of assignments without direct supervision except as new or unusual circumstances require. This level may supervise and train other Deputy Probation Officers in a lead person capacity.
This work consists of responsible and complex professional duties within an operational unit. Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Monitors assigned probationary caseload of juveniles and/or adults and assures adherence to conditions of probation.
• Arranges and monitors placement of individuals on probation in rehabilitation and/or treatment programs such as work furlough, group homes, Alcoholics Anonymous, etc.
• Intervenes in crisis situations, counsels families, communicates with involved community and/or private agencies, makes referrals as required.
• Communicates with Sheriffs Office, Police Department, District Attorneys Office, Probation Departments and/or social service agencies, on crime investigation and prevention.
• Compiles, investigates, verifies, and presents reports on personal, social, educational, financial, health and/or prior criminal involvement of probationers.
• Presents reports to sentencing courts, Board of Parole Commissioners, District Attorney and/or other involved agencies and makes recommendations on disposition of case.
• Appears and/or testifies in court for detention, jurisdictional, disposition, and/or violation of parole hearings, attends special and/or annual reviews and/or sealing records.
• Files necessary legal documents relating to probation caseload including petitions, sealing of records, case reviews, etc.
• Acts as liaison between Board of Parole Commissioners and inmates of City/County jail.
• Performs courtesy investigation and monitoring for Probation Departments in other states or counties.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Receives, investigates and resolves more difficult complaints pertaining to juvenile and/or adult probation and detention matters.

Deputy Probation Officer I:
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent; Bachelor's degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or a related filed in preferred.

Experience: Some experience working with juveniles or adults in a program or setting that would provide the necessary knowledge and abilities to learn the job.

Deputy Probation Officer II:
In addition to the above for Deputy Probation Officer I, a minimum of one (1) year experience as a Deputy Probation Officer I or an equivalent position in another agency or probation field.

Deputy Probation Officer III:
Education : High school diploma or GED equivalent; A Bachelors degree in behavioral science, criminal justice or related field is preferred.
Experience: Three years of responsible experience in the probation field with one year as a Deputy Probation Officer II or equivalent position in another agency and the demonstrated ability to work independently and to train and oversee the work of others in a lead-person capacity.

Special Requirements:

• All levels must meet the Minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031.

Deputy Probation Officer I: Must successfully complete a minimum of 200 hours of instruction in the Basic Probation Officers Course as certified by the California State Board of Corrections within the first year of appointment to this classification. Training required under Section 832 of Penal Code (Search & Seizure) must be successfully completed within 90 days of employment. Deputy Probation Officer II: Must successfully complete a minimum of 40 hours of annual training certified by the California Sate Board of Corrections in any year in which the incumbent is not enrolled in basic, supervisory, management, or administrators course. The annual training is designed as continuing education to update knowledge and improve skills.

Deputy Probation Officer III:
Minimum standards for peace officers pursuant to Government Code Section 1031.

• Possession of a valid California Drivers License.
• Possession of a Certificate of Training in arrest, search and seizure procedures.
  • Must successfully complete a minimum of 80 hours of the Supervisory Probation Course of instruction certified by the California State Board of Corrections within one year of the date of hire into this class.
  • Must successfully complete an additional 40 hours of certified instruction annually thereafter.

Deputy Probation Officer I:

• Possession of a valid California Drivers License.
• Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of applied psychology.
• Knowledge of interviewing techniques.
• Ability to acquire a Certificate of completion of Training in Search, Seizure, and Arrest procedures.
• Ability to learn State laws and County ordinances appropriate to adult and juvenile probation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, juvenile and adult offenders, judicial or legal personnel, etc.
• Ability to write concise and accurate reports.
• Ability to analyze investigative material and make proper deductions.
• Ability to work a variety of work hours that include days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.

Deputy Probation Officer II:

• Possession of a valid California Drivers License.
• Possession of a Certificate of Training in Search, Seizure, and Arrest procedures.
• Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of applied psychology.
• Knowledge of interviewing techniques.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of adult and juvenile probation work.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances appropriate to adult and juvenile probation.
• Knowledge of court procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, juvenile and adult offenders, judicial or legal personnel, etc.
• Ability to write concise and accurate reports.
• Ability to analyze investigative material and make proper deductions.
• Ability to work a variety of work hours that include days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.

Deputy Probation Officer III:

• Knowledge of specialized adult and/or juvenile probation methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of the organizational and procedural operations of a juvenile and/or adult unit within the Probation Department.
• Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of applied psychology.
• Knowledge of interviewing and court procedures.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of adult and juvenile probation work.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances appropriate to adult and juvenile probation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, juvenile and adult offenders, judicial or legal personnel, etc.
• Ability to analyze, investigative material and make proper deductions.
• Ability to work a variety of work hours that include days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.