Deputy Probation Officer I​/II​/III

Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III )

The Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III position in the Probation Department will investigate cases of juvenile delinquency or dependency and adult applicants for probation; supervise and counsel juveniles and adults on probation; prepare reports and recommendations for court. The position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week.

• Prepares and presents reports and recommendations regarding juveniles and adults for the Superior Court.
• Investigates violations of the law by juveniles and adults, and prepares a variety of reports to the court on individuals under the jurisdiction of the court.
• Analyzes and uses information gathered by interviewing the accused and others involved in a case to assess client needs; develops a supervision plan designed to achieve desired behavioral changes; prepares progress reports.
• Arrests juvenile/adult probationers or makes arrangements through law enforcement agencies for the arrest of juvenile/adult probationers who violate the law or terms of probation; physically restrains juvenile/adult probationers when necessary.
• Makes financial arrangements for the collection and distribution of fines, restitution and other payments.

This candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective relationships. They will have knowledge of interviewing techniques and research methodology, as well as experience preparing and presenting written and oral reports.

• I
  - Some experience in the field of probation or law enforcement is desirable.
• II
  - One year of experience as a Deputy Probation Officer I in Glenn County or equivalent experience in probation or law enforcement.
• III
  - Three years of increasingly responsible experience as a Deputy Probation Officer II.

• High school diploma required.
• Additional specialized training in law enforcement, criminal justice or related field is desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, political science, administration of justice or closely related field is highly desirable.

• II/III
  - Completion of the STC Probation Officer CORE Course 173, Title 15, CCR and possession of the Penal Code 832 Certification.
• IV
  - Within 12 months of selection, must successfully complete the Supervisory Core Course as required by California Board of Corrections and Rehabilitation under the Standards and Training for Corrections program.

12 paid holidays per year. In lieu of the twelve holidays the employee’s base hourly rate is increased by 5% above the approved, published rate for the employee’s step and range. In addition to the 12 paid holidays, employees will also receive 1 floating holiday per year.

80 hours (approximately 10 working days) per year during the first two years of service; 120 hours (approximately 15 working days) per year during years 3 through 12; 160 hours (approximately 20 working days) per year during years 13 through 19. 200 hours (approximately 25 working days) per year after 20 or more years of service.

96 hours (approximately twelve working days) per year of paid sick leave. Sick leave earned during the first (6) months of employment shall not be available to the employee until after the expiration of six (6) months.

40 hours with pay for each instance for immediate family members.

Service is based on employment with Glenn County. The County shall provide a longevity differential above the employee’s base rate of pay for those employees represented by this unit as follows: after 10 full years of service 5%, after 15 full years of service 2%, after 20 full years of service 2%, after 25 full years of service 2% and after 30 full years of service 2% for a total of 13%.

Glenn County contracts with PERS for medical insurance. The County pays a portion of the medical insurance premium.

POA employees are offered a choice of three voluntary dental insurance plans;
Ameritas Core (PPO) Plan, Ameritas Buy‑up (PPO) Plan and Delta Care (HMO) Plan. The County pays a portion of the employee’s dental premium.

The County…