Deputy Probation Officer II

The Position

The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions in Probation should they occur.

Under general supervision, primary responsibilities are to investigate assigned cases, prepare written reports and make recommendations to the referring court. Work consists of varied and moderately complex professional duties.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Manage caseload of assigned misdemeanor and/or felony probationary cases; monitor adherence of probationers with terms of probation; search probationer and residence.
• Assess, investigate, evaluate, and recommend disposition for each case.
• Arrange and monitor placement of individuals on probation in rehabilitation, treatment, and/or other programs.
• Compile, investigate, verify, and present reports on personal, social, educational, financial, health, and/or prior criminal involvement of probationers and present the sentencing recommendations in court.
• Communicate with a wide variety of agencies, probation departments, law enforcement agencies, or other organizations to arrange and maintain needed services for probationers.
• Communicate with Sheriff's Office, Police Department, District Attorney's Office, Probation Department, and/or social service agencies on crime investigation and prevention.
• Intervene in crisis situations; counsel with probationers and/or family members; communicate with involved community and/or private agencies; make referrals as required.
• Maintain records; prepare and process various reports and court documents as needed.
• Arrest and transport probation violators to appropriate location, which may involve physically restraining and/or detaining individuals.
• Appear and/or testify in court for detention, jurisdiction, disposition, and/or violation of probation hearings; attend special and/or annual review and sealing of records per assigned casework in both adult and juvenile cases.
• Perform drug tests following established policies and procedures, including collecting urine specimens; sending specimens to appropriate laboratories; and monitoring and recording test results.
• Monitor payments of fines, fees, and restitution.
• Conduct presentations to community groups, organizations, or others as assigned.
• May be appointed by the presiding Juvenile Court Judge to perform the duties of Juvenile Hearing Officer.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

Education and Experience: Associate degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, behavioral science, or a related field, and a minimum of one (1) year of progressively responsible related experience performing duties such as custodial care, treatment counseling, probation, parole, corrections, criminal investigation, or other related law enforcement or counseling work.

Substitution: A combination of related education, training, and experience performing duties such as custodial care, treatment counseling, probation, parole, corrections, criminal investigation, or other related law enforcement or counseling work may be substituted for the education at a rate of two (2) years of experience for each year of education requirement. Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License
• Penal Code 832
• Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Standard and Training for Corrections (STC) Probation Officer Core Course, or applicable substitution as defined by BSCC.

Incumbents must possess and maintain, or obtain and maintain, all licenses, certifications, registrations, and/or other requirements identified in the minimum qualifications, as applicable, and within the time frames specified. These requirements are conditions of continued employment and minimum qualifications for the position. Failure to possess, obtain, or maintain any required license, certification, registration, or other requirement within the specified timeframe may result in rejection during the probationary period, or disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Special Requirements: Must be able to meet physical and psychological standards and pass a detailed background investigation. Must meet and maintain all statutory requirements for appointment and…