Deputy Probation Officer I or II

DPO I - This is the initial training phase of the Deputy Probation Officer position. A DPO I works under the close supervision of a Deputy Probation Officer II or III and Department Administration, learning the laws ,practices, and theories of probation casework, and Probation Department policy and procedure. During the first twelve (12) months of employment, the DPO I must successfully complete Probation Officer CORE training, PC832 training (Arrest, Search and Seizure) and training in evidence-based practices and skillsets.

DPO II - The Deputy Probation Officer II is the fully qualified, journey-level Probation Officer. Incumbents are expected to be proficient in their knowledge and application of the law; proficient in their use of evidence-based skill sets and practices; and proficient in their application of Department and County policy, procedure and practices. The DPO II must be able to manage an assigned caseload and complete complex pre-sentence investigations with little direct oversight.

Manages a caseload of adult and/or juvenile offenders consistent with the principles of effective intervention. Conducts complicated pre-sentence or pre-disposition investigations on offenders referred by the Superior Court. Prepares reports and recommendations to the Court which contain offender social histories, complex legal analysis, and application of adult or juvenile sentencing law. Completes validated risk assessments on both adult and juvenile offenders to determine both the risk to reoffend and offender treatment needs.

Refers offenders to appropriate treatment and/or rehabilitative services. Utilizes evidence based skillsets to engage offenders in making positive change. Conducts group sessions with offenders utilizing cognitive/behavioral based skillsets and tools. Enforces court ordered supervision conditions, which may mean apprehending offenders in violation and returning them to custody. Conducts searches of offender residences and property to determine compliance with supervision conditions.

Works closely with law enforcement agencies to assist with the enforcement of supervision conditions. Works closely with treatment providers to determine offender compliance with counseling programs. Keeps diligent records of offender compliance with supervision conditions and counseling programs. Serves on multi-disciplinary teams with allied agencies and treatment providers to develop supervision plans for offenders. Works closely with offender families, employers, and other natural supports to assist the offender with successful rehabilitation and integration into the community.

Engages in mandatory, ongoing training in probation casework, evidence-based practices, law and field related skills. Must have ability to climb and descend stairs while walking or running; lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; bend, extend, and twist body in course of duties; physically subdue and restrain and handcuff resisting offenders and using lifting motion, assist handcuffed individual from a prone position to his/her feet or into a seat of a car;

use hands and fingers to search; drive a car. This is a peace officer position pursuant to Penal Code Section 830.5.

Work closely with schools and other educational programs; transport in-custody adults and/or juveniles to jail and treatment programs; supervise minors placed out of home in foster care or group homes; provide general probation information to the public when called upon to do so; appear in court when assigned; testify in court; provide specialized training to department personnel; carry a firearm on duty when assigned

DPO I:A Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice or a closely related field.

DPO II: A Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, criminology, or a closely related field, PLUS three years work experience in probation, social services, substance abuse, or a closely related field. Must have completed Board of Corrections (STC) Deputy Officer Probation Core training

Minimum Qualifications for Inyo County Probation Department employees hired prior to October 8, 2014

DPO I: A Bachelor’s…