Deputy Probation Officer I​/II

The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one (1) full‑time position in the class of Deputy Probation Officer I/II at the Probation department. The eligible list that is established from this recruitment will also be used to fill future vacancies in this class. The Deputy Probation Officer I/II position is an excellent opportunity for those who are looking to make positive change in client’s lives while ensuring the public safety of the community.

The level at which a candidate is placed will depend on their background and experience, and at the discretion of the appointing authority. The salary range for each classification level is as follows:

• Deputy Probation Officer I: $77,334.40 - $94,016 Annually
• Deputy Probation Officer II: $86,278.40 - $ Annually

This is a peace officer classification under the California Penal Code Section 830.5 with powers of arrest relative to probationers defined by California Penal Code Section 835. Working under close supervision, the Deputy Probation Officer I is the entry‑level classification into the Deputy Probation Officer class series. The incumbent functions as an officer of the court, investigates cases of adult felony criminality and application for probation, investigates cases of juvenile delinquency, has the power of arrest for juveniles and adults on probation;

performs other related duties as required. Deputy Probation Officers are issued and required to carry chemical agents. Some departmental assignments require that incumbents carry firearms at the direction of the County Probation Officer.

This is a peace officer classification under Section 830.5 of the California Penal Code with powers of arrest relative to probationers defined by Section 835 of the California Penal Code. The Deputy Probation Officer II is the journey level classification of the Deputy Probation Officer class series. Under minimal supervision and with a substantial degree of independence, an incumbent in this classification functions as an officer of the court, investigates cases of adult felony criminality and application for probation, investigates cases of juvenile delinquency, and has the power of arrest for juveniles and adults on probation;

performs other related duties as required. Deputy Probation Officers are issued and required to carry chemical agents, including Mace. Some departmental assignments require that incumbents carry firearms. Probation Officers may be carrying firearms at the direction of the County Probation Officer.

Education: Graduation from a four year college or university or completion of its equivalent unit course‑work, with a major in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Administration of Justice, Sociology, Social Welfare, Human Development, Psychology, Political Science, or other related field.

Experience: Experience in public safety, probation, parole, social welfare, detention, or other related fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis for a maximum of two years.

Typing Proficiency: Within six months of initial hire, the employee must display a typing proficiency of at least 45 words per minute. Applicants are encouraged to provide a typing certificate.

Education: Graduation from a four year college or university or completion of its equivalent unit course‑work, with a major in Correction, Criminal Justice, Administration of Justice, Sociology, Social Welfare, Human Development, Psychology, Political Science, or any of the other related social or behavioral sciences. (Experience in probation, parole, social welfare, or in a juvenile or adult detention facility may be…