Probation Services Supervisor

Position Details

This position is open until filled, with a first review date of September 8, 2026. To be considered for the first screening, your application must have been received before 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on Monday, September 7, 2026. The Auburn Municipal Court is looking for a Probation Services Supervisor to add to the team! This is a unique opportunity to assist the Judges and Court Administrator in developing probation services guidelines and policies ahead of the reopening of Auburn Municipal Court.

By applying for this position you will have a chance to grow professionally, problem solve, provide meaningful public service and provide stability and purpose to the court users and stakeholders. stakeholders.

The City of Auburn is conducting this recruitment to establish a qualified hiring pool in anticipation of City Council consideration and approval of funding for this position as part of the City’s budget process in September 2026. Candidates may participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process prior to final budget approval; however, no appointment or offer of employment will be made unless and until the position and associated funding receive all required City approvals.

The resulting eligibility/hiring pool may be used to fill this position following approval and may also be used to fill similar vacancies, as appropriate.

• Ability to self-start; ability to problem solve;
• Fiscal management knowledge;
• Interpersonal communication;
• Strong writing skills;
• Accountability and integrity;
• Ability to de-escalate and educate.

The culture at Auburn Municipal Court is one founded on respect, teamwork, excellence, communication and purpose. We understand and embrace the value of each employee for their unique perspectives, experiences and knowledge. We promote staff growth and development through training and education, along with supportive leadership. Your hard work and dedication will not go unrecognized.

The City operates as a Strong-Mayor form of Mayor-Council government, with a City Council of seven at-large members. The management team at the City of Auburn includes the Mayor and nine Department Directors from the following departments:
Administration, Community Development, Finance, Human Resources, Innovation & Technology, Legal, Parks & Arts & Recreation, Police, and Public Works. With a mission to improve the lives of Auburn residents, promote diversity, and support economic growth, Team Auburn is a great place to work!

In this job, you will:

• Supervise, coordinate, and participate in the daily work of the Probation Services Division, assigning and monitoring caseloads, reviewing work for quality and timeliness, and assisting staff with complex or sensitive cases.
• Develop and implement efficient and effective divisional procedures, ensuring established goals, priorities, procedures, performance expectations, and objectives are met, in coordination with the Court Administrator; analyzes the effectiveness of the operations and activities of the division; and recommends changes.
• Maintain an active caseload and performs Probation Officer duties as necessary to balance workloads, provide coverage during absences, address staffing shortages, or manage high-priority or complex cases.
• Oversee jail alternative programs including, but not limited to, Electronic Home Monitoring and random drug testing including contracts, expenditures, and audits.

While these are some of the duties and responsibilities of this position,

• Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or closely related field,

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience related to probation services, court support services, case management, criminal justice programs, social services, or a related field

• a combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate that the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the duties listed above.

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