Deputy Probation Officer

Deputy Probation Officer I

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment will be open for a minimum of 5 business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) when the needs of the County are met. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment will establish an open eligible list.

This list will be used to fill current and future Deputy Probation Officer I positions.

The County of Orange Probation assists the criminal justice system in making a safer Orange County through positive change. Under the direction of the Chief Probation Officer and an executive team with an organizational structure comprised of four bureaus – Adult Operations, Juvenile Operations, Strategic Development, and Administrative Services, the Department impacts the community by using efficient, evidence-based and research supported practices to reduce crime and assist the Courts in managing offenders.

Probation staff work diligently to protect the safety of the community, assist victims, and provide growth opportunities to clients, at-risk community members, and justice involved individuals.

This is the entry-level class in the Deputy Probation Officer series. The scope and direction of the training varies depending upon the incumbent's mastery of the training assignments and materials as related to probation work. Incumbents work under close supervision, and it is anticipated that incumbents will progress to the Deputy Probation Officer II class by the end of their first year of service.

Failure to do so may impact Probation Officer status and/or County employment.

The Deputy Probation Officer I for Probation will be responsible for the following:

• Investigate circumstances of offenses by adults or juveniles; prepare court reports and make recommendations for the appropriate disposition of cases.
• Conduct office and field interviews with adult and juvenile probation clients, parents, collateral sources, victims, witnesses, law enforcement officers, and other appropriate individuals to obtain pertinent information relative to a case.
• Supervise adult and juvenile probation clients; counsel clients on conditions of probation and the need for progress toward rehabilitation; monitor compliance with the conditions of probation; record periodic reviews of probationer's progress in case files and recommend follow-up action as appropriate; investigate violations of conditions of probation and prepare a report for the courts.
• Represent the Probation Department before the courts and act in a liaison role to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, other County agencies/departments, and private collateral treatment resources staff in enforcing court orders, community protection, and assisting in the resocialization of offenders.
• May restrain an adult or juvenile for the purpose of arrest and/or detention.
• May conduct searches pursuant to arrest or court order.
• Utilize risk assessment tools to determine the appropriate level of supervision for juvenile and adult clients.
• Conduct assessments to identify criminogenic needs and tailor supervision strategies to address these needs.
• Implement strategies that are responsive to individual learning styles and consistent with evidence-based practices.
• Develop individualized case plans based on the client's specific risks/needs.
• Collaborate with service providers, treatment agencies, law enforcement, and community-based organizations to ensure clients have access to the necessary resources for rehabilitation.
• Make appropriate client referrals to treatment programs to address underlying issues contributing to criminal behavior.
• Acknowledge and respond appropriately to clients who have experienced trauma, incorporating trauma-informed practices that prioritize safety, trust-building, and empowerment in the probation process.
• Plan and present training lectures to peace officer trainees.
• May oversee the activities of volunteer staff.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive professional work experience and/or knowledge in the following competencies:

• Technical / Professional Knowledge
  • Understands human behavior as it relates to the supervision of adults and/or youth
  • Recognizes and understands the laws, policies, and procedures pertaining to working with youth and adults
  • Leads, initiates, and implements cognitive behavioral therapy and evidence-based practices through programs, activities, and training for clients and their families to better develop their interactions with each other and society
• Building Trust / Adaptability
  • Interacts with peers, clients, and staff in an appropriate and professional manner representative of the County and Department goals and standards
  • Acts in a direct and truthful manner; maintains confidentiality, keeps commitments, and observes principles set forth in the Code of Ethics
  • Adapts well to changes in…