Deputy Probation Officer I​/II​/III

General Recruitment Information

The County of Del Norte Probation Department is establishing a list of candidates for five (5) vacancies for the position of Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III. This recruitment also provides an eligibility list for future vacancies or temporary help for up to one (1) year.

Online applications only. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements. Resumes are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials. Applications incomplete as of the final date to apply will be eliminated from consideration. Candidates who meet all minimum qualifications may be invited to an oral interview.

Salary ranges by classification:

• Deputy Probation Officer I: $2,136.02 - $2,354.96
• Deputy Probation Officer II: $2,300.26 - $2,536.03
• Deputy Probation Officer III: $2,477.13 - $2,731.04

Full‑time position.

These classification levels differ in duties and supervision. All levels are entry, journeyman, or lead positions with increasing responsibility.

• Deputy Probation Officer I: The first working level. Assigned duties and cases may range from routine to complex. The entry level develops experience and, with increased skills, may advance within the series.
• Deputy Probation Officer II: The journeyman level, assigned more complex cases under minimum supervision except in new or unusual circumstances. Advancement requires demonstrated successful performance.
• Deputy Probation Officer III: Lead position with high skill requirement. Handles complex technical cases independently and may supervise and train other officers. Performs responsible and complex professional duties within the operational unit.

• Monitors assigned juvenile or adult probation caseload and assures adherence to conditions of probation.
• Arranges and monitors placement on rehabilitation and/or treatment programs such as work furlough, group homes, Alcoholics Anonymous, etc.
• Intervenes in crisis situations, counsels families, communicates with community and private agencies, and makes referrals as required.
• Communicates with Sheriff’s Office, Police Department, District Attorney’s Office, Probation Departments and social service agencies regarding crime investigation and prevention.
• Compiles, investigates, verifies, and presents reports on personal, social, educational, financial, health or prior criminal involvement of probationers.
• Presents reports to sentencing courts, Board of Parole Commissioners, District Attorney and other agencies, making recommendations on disposition of cases.
• Appears and/or testifies in court for detention, jurisdictional, disposition, or parole violation hearings, attends special or annual reviews or sealing records.
• Files necessary legal documents for probation caseload including petitions, sealing of records, case reviews, etc.
• Acts as liaison between Board of Parole Commissioners and inmates of City/County jail.
• Performs courtesy investigations and monitoring for other state or county probation departments.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Receives, investigates, and resolves more difficult complaints pertaining to juvenile and/or adult probation and detention matters.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED equivalent;
  Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or preferred related field.
• Experience:
  
  Some experience working with juveniles or adults in a program or setting that provides necessary knowledge and abilities to learn the job.

• All above for I plus a minimum of one (1) year experience as a Deputy Probation Officer I or equivalent position in another agency or field.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED equivalent;
  Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, criminal justice or related field is preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Three years of responsible probation field experience with one year as Deputy Probation Officer II or equivalent, demonstrating independent work and ability to train and oversee others in a lead‑person capacity.