Institutional Supervisor

Introduction

READ THIS ENTIRE BULLETIN FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO REAPPLY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT. THIS IS A REOPENING OF A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION. If you have previously applied or started an application for Institutional Supervisor I, Examination #25-6217-01, read this entire bulletin. There are specific instructions on how to reapply for this position. PLEASE CONTACT THE EXAMINATION ANALYST, TRACY GONZALEZ ZALEZ TO HAVE YOUR PREVIOUS APPLICATION RELEASED BACK TO YOU.

The scores and dispositions of candidates for this examination will be merged with previous exam participants. If you have previously submitted an application and choose to reapply, your new score/disposition will replace your current disposition. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted online.

The mission of the Alameda County Probation Department is to protect the public safety by providing supervision, services, support and opportunities to our clients on behalf of the people of Alameda County through quality supervision, leadership, services and effective partnerships.

The Alameda County Probation Department is an essential element of the County’s system of public protection and human services. The Department’s role is to reduce the impact of crime in the community by providing accurate, comprehensive and timely information and recommendations to the Courts, providing community‑based sanctions and treatment for offenders, and working cooperatively with law enforcement agencies and community organizations with similar objectives.

The Department provides a wide range of mandated and discretionary investigative, advisory, and supervisory services to adult and juvenile probationers pursuant to State law and the County Charter.

For more detailed information about the department, visit:
Alameda County Probation Department.

Under general supervision, supervises subordinate staff in developing and directing activity programs for youth housed within the Juvenile Facilities Division, including but not limited to Juvenile Camp Sweeney; personally plans and supervises these activities; and, does related work as required.

• Education:
  
  Successful completion of at least 60 semester, or 90 quarter, units from an accredited college or university, preferably with specialization in Sociology, Criminology, Psychology, Political Science, Child Development, Penology, or a closely related field.
• Experience:
  
  Either
  • The equivalent of two years of full‑time experience in the class of Juvenile Institutional Officer or a higher level Probation classification, in the Alameda County classified service.
  • The equivalent of three years of full‑time, journey‑level experience working with youth in correctional casework, or in correctional group work equivalent to Juvenile Institutional Officer in the Alameda County classified service.
• License:
  Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. May be required to obtain a Class “B” driver’s license. A good driving record according to DMV negligent operator guidelines and qualifications for automotive insurance.
• Special Requirements:
  • Persons appointed to positions in this classification in the Probation Department must meet the minimum standards for Peace Officer (Sec. 1031 California Government Code).
  • Applicants are not required to be a U.S. citizen but must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
  • Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. A thorough background investigation will be made of all prospective Institutional Supervisors. Any felony conviction is disqualifying.
  • Applicants must have graduated from high school, attained a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test or passed a California High School proficiency examination.
  • Applicants must be found free from any physical, emotional or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a Peace Officer, as determined by a licensed examining authority in accordance with the California Government Code.
  • App…