Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III

**AN AMADOR COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED**

COUNTY OF AMADOR

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
(Open Recruitment)

DEADLINE: December 28th, 2023 11:59PM
POSITION: Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III - $7,500.00 NEW HIRE BONUS
RATE OF PAY $26.30-$44.24/hour PLUS benefits

* * * * * $7,500.00 NEW HIRE BONUS* * * * *

(Pending Board approval as of 11/30/2023)

_$2,500.00 Upon Hire, $2,500.00 Upon Successful Completion of Academy/CORE,
$2,500.00 Upon Successful Completion of Probation_

DEFINITION

Deputy Probation Officer I: Under general supervision, to investigate cases of juvenile delinquency, status offenders and adult referral for probations; to supervise a caseload of assigned probationers; and to do related work as required.

Deputy Probation Officer II: Under direction, to perform professional case work services for adults and juvenile offenders involving the referral, supervision and rehabilitation of adult and juvenile offenders and/or their families; and to do related work as required.

Deputy Probation Officer III: Under direction, to provide lead supervision and direction for other Department staff; may schedule training and insure staff compliance with training requirements; to perform the more complex professional case work services for adults and juvenile offenders involving the referral, supervision and rehabilitation of adults and juveniles and/or their families; and to do related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed.

• Receives adult and juvenile cases assigned by supervisor.
• Conducts an inquiry into the nature of the reported offense or conduct of the client and the circumstances surrounding it.
• Interviews client's family and interested individuals to determine environmental, employment, financial and marital status.
• Talks to the referring law enforcement officer about the case.
• Prepares and submits a court report outlining pertinent information and recommending a course of action.
• Presents the report in court and answers the judge's questions concerning the case.
• May transport juveniles to/from court.
• Reviews the case files.
• Develops a plan for making regular contacts with the probationer and providing counsel, guidance, and support; holds regular interviews and counseling sessions with probationers.
• Arranges for financial payments to be made.
• Monitors behavior to determine compliance with conditions of probation.
• Records contacts in the case file.
• Reviews progress in the case with supervisor.
• May serve as on-call officer for juvenile problems.
• Serves as intake officer in determining if a juvenile petition should be filed.
• Determines whether court action is necessary.
• Does crisis counseling as required.
• Conducts search and seizure of person, property and vehicles.
• Advises clients of available community resources.
• Cooperates with State and local welfare, mental health, and law enforcement agencies in cases of mutual interest.
• May arrest probationers (adults and juveniles) if necessary.

Knowledge of:

• Federal, and State laws relating to probation work.
• Modern probation casework; objectives, principles, and methods including individual and group behavior.
• Psychology as applied to both juvenile and adult offenders.
• Community, public and private agencies available for the probationer.

Ability to:

• Learn the principles of adult and juvenile probation work and of related court procedures.
• Learn the provisions of the Penal, Welfare and Institutions, Education, Vehicle and Health and Safety Codes.
• Analyze investigation material and make proper deductions.
• Interview clients and elicit necessary information.
• Prepare and present effective written and oral reports.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with probationers and others.
• Work cooperatively with peace officers and related social services agencies.
• Operate various equipment such as typewriter and computer keyboard.
• Make oral presentations and training before groups.
• Prepare, review, and analyze data.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training which would likely provide the required knowledge and experience is qualifying.

Deputy Probation Officer I:

Education

Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a major in criminology, sociology, psychology, social work or closely related field;

OR

Currently enrolled in college with a major in criminology, sociology, psychology, social work or closely related field and graduation within 8 months from date of application.

Experience

Some previous work experience in a probation related field is highly desirable.

Deputy Probation Officer II:

Education

Graduation from college with a major in criminology, sociology, psychology, social work or closely related field;

OR

Currently enrolled in college with a major in criminology, sociology, psychology, social work or closely related field and graduation within 8 months from date of application.

Experience

Eighteen months (18 months) of professional probation work experience comparable to that of a Deputy Probation Officer I with Amador County.

Deputy Probation Officer III:

Education

Graduation from college with a major in criminology, sociology, psychology, social work or closely related field;

OR

Currently enrolled in college with a major in criminology, sociology, psychology, social work or closely related field and graduation within 8 months from date of application.

Experience

Two (2) years of professional probation work experience comparable to that of a Deputy Probation Officer II with Amador County.

Special Requirements

Deputy Probation Officer I:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Ability to qualify for certification to meet California Penal Code Section 832 requirements regarding arrest, search, and seizure.
• Ability to complete 200 hours of instruction in the Basic Probation Course as certified by the Board of Corrections Certificate for Deputy Probation Officer Core Training, and evidence of continued compliance with annual training requirements.
• Possession of CPR /First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to qualify for training and background which will meet the requirements of California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031.

Deputy Probation Officer II and III:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Possession of certification to meet California Penal Code Section 832 requirements regarding arrest, search, and seizure.
• Completion of the Basic Probation Course as certified by the Board of Corrections Certificate for Deputy Probation Officer Core Training, and evidence of continued compliance with annual training requirements.
• Possession of CPR /First Aid Certificate.
• Training and background which will meet the requirements of California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031.

Selection Requirement: All interested applicants must fill out an Amador County employment application. Applications will be evaluated by a screening committee. The best qualified candidates will be selected for an interview.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same or similar classifications for a period of one (1) year.

For a Complete Job Description and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/amadorgov
and select the job posting for Deputy Probation Officer I-II-III.

**Applications will only be accepted through the above website**

AMADOR COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES
810 Court Street, Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 223-6456 . Fax: (209) 223-6426
www.amadorgov.org

Amador County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.30 - $44.24 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $44