Deputy Probation Officer I
Deputy Probation Officer I
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Position Description
- Filing Deadline : Friday May 2 2025Exam#: 25/60F10/04MMThe Monterey County Probation Department is seeking qualified individuals to fill vacancies for Deputy Probation Officer I. Deputy Probation Officer I is the entry level classification in the Deputy Probation Officer series offering various career paths for future growth. This position works initially under close supervision while performing a full range of probation duties to include supervising a caseload of juvenile and/or adult offenders; counseling clients; conducting presentence investigations/reports for the courts; making recommendations to the court on the disposition of cases and performing other related work as required.
This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority in accordance with the Flexible Staffing Program and Guidelines. Examples of Duties
- Conducts investigations which include interviewing adult or juvenile offenders their families and interested individuals; makes assessments regarding the nature of the individuals environmental employment financial or domestic circumstances as they apply to the case; analyzes facts gathered and makes recommendations for sentencing and dispositions of probationers; prepares probation plans implements the plan utilizing Evidence Based Practices
- Manages a caseload of juvenile and/or adult probationers placed on probation and ensure that the conditions of probation are met including but not limited to: conducts random office and field interviews with clients; observes and collects urine samples for chemical analysis conducts random searches of the person vehicle and home collects evidence and makes arrests
- Files petitions for court action uses computerized programs in preparing detailed reports to the court; appears before the courts to present recommendations on the disposition of probation cases and provides information as required
- Counsels clients and their families; conducts client home school and work visits and prepared written progress reports that document pertinent details for entry into case files
- Remains current with codes laws principles best practices and evolving theories of probation work and services and the functions and procedures of the Probation Department through continuing education and training
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge skills and abilities:
Some Knowledge of:- Principles of applied psychology and counseling techniques as they pertain to juveniles and adults
- Effective recordkeeping procedures
Skill and Ability to:- Speak effectively to groups and before courts
- Write clear and concise reports letters and recommendations utilizing computerized programs
- Gather and analyze facts regarding the circumstances of violations of the law or violations of supervision using Criminal Justice databases and make appropriate recommendations
- Write clear and concise reports letters and recommendations utilizing computerized programs
- Read and comprehend pertinent laws rules regulations and procedures regarding probation work
- Learn elements of Officer Safety practices
Examples of Experience/Education/Training
Any combination of training education and/or experience which provides the knowledge skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:
Education:
Completion of the requirements for a Degree in Administration of Justice Criminology Psychology Sociology or a closely related field at a college or university;ORExperience:
Two years of experience performing a full range of duties comparable to those of the Juvenile Institution Officer series in Monterey CountyAdditional Information
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The required conditions of employment include but are not limited to the following:- Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must possess a High School diploma or GED (average standard score of 45 with no score less than 35
- Must be free of felony convictions
- Satisfactorily meet the standards of Monterey County Probation Department Hiring Authority in the following: Background Investigation Preemployment Drug and Alcohol Test Physical Agility Test and Psychological Evaluation
- Work flexible hours including shift work weekends and holidays as required by assignment
- Wear a uniform carry a firearm and use officer safety equipment as required by assignment
- Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Drivers license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority
- Obtain a Peace Officer Standards and training (P.O.S.T) certification in Laws of Arrest within one year of appointment.
- Successfully complete as demonstrated by satisfactory level of proficiency or relevant achievement tests the Probation Officer Core Course in Standards and Training for Corrections Program within one year from date of appointment.
BENEFITS:
Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view theM Unit Benefit Summary Sheet.This information is not legally binding nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.
NOTES:
As a condition of employment prospective employees will be required to submit a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment driving record and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position your rate of pay will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURESFriday May:59 PM (PST)or
Hard copyapplications may also be obtained from and submittedduring normal business hoursMonday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM by contacting:Monterey County ProbationAttn: Human Resources
20 E. Alisal Street 2ndFloor
Salinas CA 93901
Monica Molina Phone:FAX:The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants possession of required qualifications the examination process may include an oral examination preexamination exercises performance examination and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:- A completed County of Monterey employment application
- Responses to the supplemental questions
Resumes cover letters letters of interest and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants possession of required qualifications the process may include an oral examination preexam exercises performance exam and/or written examination.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONMonterey County is a drugfree work place and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation contact Monica Molina Senior Human Resources Analyst ator
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