What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Deputy Probation Officer position at Ventura County?
Under the general administrative direction of the Chief Probation Officer, this position assists in the planning, organization, and supervision of one of the major program functions of the Probation Agency. The incumbent exercises direct responsibility for the coordination of activities and planning; directs activities of the program Division Managers; serves as the Chief Probation Officer in their absence; and performs other related duties as required.
The County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package. Aside from our base salary of approximately $124,217 to $173,921 per year, an employee within this position will also be eligible for the following:
- A general salary increase of 4.0% effective December 24, 2023 and 3.5% effective December 22, 2024.
- New Hire Incentive - Newly hired employees may be eligible for a one-time New Hire Incentive up to 10% of the current annual base wage. [Subject to the applicable section of the Management Resolution (Sec. 625-627)]
- Educational Incentive - Completion of a graduate degree not required for the position may qualify for an incentive of up to 5% in addition to the base salary.
- Executive Administrative Leave - The candidate selected for this position will earn 248 hours per year, increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service, to 328 hours after 10 years of service, and to 368 hours after 15 years of service or other public service (Sec. 616A). Leave accrual rate may be based on all public years of service.
- Annual Leave Redemption - The ability to "cash in" or redeem up to 100 hours of Annual Leave per year after using 80 hours.
- Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on your 401(k) contributions.
- Health Plans – You are afforded a flexible credit allowance of up to $21,450 annually for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans.
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Employees may also participate in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increase their spending power by reimbursing them with pre-tax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
- Pension Plan as a Safety Member: Participation in the County's Retirement Plan. Employees hired (by a VCERA employer or a reciprocal public agency) prior to January 1, 2013 are considered "Legacy" members and eligible to receive 2% at 50. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 (who are not eligible for reciprocity by virtue of employment with a reciprocal employer) are considered "PEPRA" members and eligible to receive 2.7% at 57. All Legacy and PEPRA retirees are eligible for an annual COLA, up to 3%.
- Holidays - 12 paid days per year which includes an annual floating holiday.
- Additional Benefits - Other benefits include disability plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Benefit Reimbursement Program and a Wellness Program. Incumbent is also entitled to County-paid membership in professional organizations related to the position. Incumbents are also entitled to County-paid membership in professional organizations related to their position
To learn more about this exciting opportunity and what we have to offer, please click this link to be taken directly to the brochure: Chief Deputy Probation Officer.
For more information about the Probation Agency, please visit https://venturaprobation.org/
The Chief Deputy Probation Officer is an At-Will classification that is exempt from the provisions of the Civil Service Ordinance.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
Opening Date: August 15, 2023
Closing Date: Open until filled
First Review of Resumes: The first review of resumes is anticipated to begin August 28, 2023. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume in advance of the review date.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
To APPLY for this exceptional career opportunity please send a resume and cover letter which illustrates all of the following:
- Your progressive management experience in a corrections field;
- Your experience leading and managing staff, including the titles, sizes, and functions of staff you supervised;
- Your experience managing budgets, including the size and nature of budgets you have managed; AND
- Your experience preparing and making public presentations preferably to a board, council, or commission.
Submit in one of the following ways:
E-mail to:
Monika.Maine@ventura.org
OR
Submit an on-line application and attachments (resume and cover letter) at www.ventura.org/jobs.
RESUME EVALUATION
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
The selected candidate will be required to undergo a thorough background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record. In addition, the successful candidate will be subjected to Live Scan fingerprinting.
For questions, inquiries or candidate recommendations, please contact Monika Maine by e-mail at Monika.Maine@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 654-2419.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Salary : $124,218 - $173,922
