Deputy Probation Correctional Officer I
Deputy Probation Correctional Officer I
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CAREER DESCRIPTION
DEPUTY PROBATION CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I
On behalf of the Probation Department Human Resource Services will accept online applications beginning Friday May 26 2023.DEADLINE TO APPLY:This recruitment will be open for a minimum of 5 business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) when the needs of the County are met. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.OPEN TO THE PUBLICThis recruitment will establish an open eligible list. This list will be used to fill current and future Deputy Probation Correctional Officer I positions.
PROBATIONThe Deputy Probation Correctional Officer I is an entry level class in the Deputy Probation Correctional Officer series formerly titled Deputy Juvenile Correctional Officer and works under direct supervision. There is no permanent status in this classification. A Deputy Probation Correctional Officer I who passes a one 1 year probationary period and after satisfactory job performance will be promoted to Deputy Probation Correctional Officer II. Incumbents who are not promoted will have failed probation in this class. Incumbents are peace officers under the California Penal Code section 830.5.
The Deputy Probation Correctional Officer I for Probation will be responsible for the following:
- Providing direct supervisory responsibility for youth in 24hour sevenday a week secure and nonsecure facilities
- Making periodic checks of rooms or units and recording safety checks and population verifications
- Conducting activities designed to assist in the resocialization of youth
- Observing and recording behavioral actions or disturbances; providing situational counseling to juvenile offenders if necessary
- Effectively deescalating violent behavior and participating in the physical restraint of violent and ive youth when necessary; utilizing safety equipment and techniques such as chemical agents and restraint equipment in compliance with legal mandates and policy guidelines
- Logging and maintaining information related to unit activity writing reports and maintaining files
Work hours may include a combination of days nights weekends and holidays.
Candidates selected for these positions will be required to attend an eightweek statemandated academy Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIESThe ideal candidate will possess extensive professional work experience and/or knowledge in the following competencies in addition to the experience listed in the Minimum Qualifications:
Leadership and Teamwork- Mentoring and training youth to ensure guidelines are understood and applied
- Conveying confidence and optimism in the units ability to overcome obstacles and accomplish its goals
- Monitoring youth activities and addressing performance issues
- Ensuring that clear challenging and attainable goals are set for youths and that these goals are aligned with the goals of the unit
- Creating a positive environment in which youth and staff are motivated to do their best
- Showing a high level of care and thoroughness in handling the details of youth activities
- Conducting activities designed to assist in the resocialization of youth including individual and group counseling facilitation of cognitive behavioral programs engaging parents drug/alcohol counseling academic achievement recreational activities basic vocational training assisting with emotionally distressed or selfdestructive youth and obtaining psychiatric assistance
- Providing a positive role model and authority figure for supervised youths
Handling Conflict and Stress- Promptly intervening in conflicts to facilitate communication and resolve problems finding common ground when possible
- Recognizing when safety measures are compromised and calling the appropriate unit or staff for assistance
- Handling complaints and disputes with neutrality composure and tact
- Maintaining composure in the face of interruptions and distractions
- Maintaining focus and emotional control in stressful interpersonal situations and in unpleasant or extreme circumstances
Oral and Written Communication- Clarifying group agenda allocating time properly summarizing key points clarifying issues identifying action items while facilitating unit and individual meetings with youth
- Picking up on nuances in tone and meaning andbeing attentive to nonverbal cues and body language
- Researching and investigating activities requiring a Special Incident Report and writing the information clearly and in an organized manner while using correct vocabulary grammar sentence structure spelling and punctuation
- Adjusting vocabulary and formality according to the audience and the purpose of the interaction
- Understanding the youths comprehension by seeking a response or asking for a paraphrase of meaning
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHuman Resource Services screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Online Assessment (MultipleChoice Test) (Weighted 100
The department will administer the Juvenile Correctional Officer Exam which is mandated by Californias Board of State and Community Corrections. Candidates will be emailed instructions to selfschedule their exam appointment within a week of applying. There are no study materials available for this exam. Note: Correspondence will be sent via email andall candidates are encouraged to check their inboxes including spam/junk folders.Written Examination Date:Second and Fourth Friday of each month.Exam dates are posted as a courtesy and may be subject to change and/or cancellation.Facilities Tour (Refer/NonRefer)
The department will administer a 11.5 hour tour which is required to move onto the next step in the process. This is an ideal opportunity to see our facilities meet our employees and gain a better understanding of the position. Please wear jeans or pants with polos blouses or button down shirts and comfortable shoes. No hats shorts tank tops flip flops or tshirts will be permitted in the facilities.Tour Date:First and Third Wednesday of each month.Tour dates are posted as a courtesy and may be subject to change and/or cancellation.Based on the Departments needs the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Email Notification
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs site. Please check your email folders including spam/junk folders and/or accept emails ending with governmentjobs and ocgov. If your email address should change please update your profile atwww.governmentjobs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment please contact Nam Tranat or .EEO INFORMATION
- Orange County as an equal employment opportunity employer
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
