Assistant Probation Officer

Sacramento County Probation Department•Sacramento, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, learns to apply the principles and techniques of probation work; supervises and counsels individuals detained in, committed to, or sheltered in one of several County juvenile institutions; supervises minors assigned to Work Project; and provides close supervision of minors placed on home supervision. The following links provide additional information regarding the hiring process with the Sacramento County Probation Department: How to Apply Employment FAQs

Requirements

Knowledge of Principles and techniques applicable to the care and rehabilitation of juvenile delinquents
Knowledge of The growth, development, needs and problems of minors
Knowledge of Symptoms of behavior disorders
Knowledge of Group dynamics
Knowledge of Applicable laws, rules, codes, standards and regulations governing care and treatment of juveniles in juvenile hall, camps, ranches or schools
Knowledge of Principles of investigation and laws governing search, seizure and preservation of evidence
Knowledge of Counseling techniques
Knowledge of Basic housekeeping techniques
Knowledge of Hygienic standards
Knowledge of Motivational techniques
Knowledge of Crisis intervention techniques
Knowledge of Self-defense techniques
Knowledge of Arrest procedures
Knowledge of Appropriate use of force and security techniques
Knowledge of Rights and liabilities of peace officers
Knowledge of Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university
Pass a criminal history and background check
No felony conviction (pursuant to California Government Code, Section 1029, and Sacramento County Civil Service Rules)
A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, at the time of appointment
Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship
Be at least 21 years of age
Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record
Furnish a classifiable set of fingerprints to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigations
Be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer
Satisfactory completion of required P.O.S.T. training for Probation Officers as specified in Section 832 of the Penal Code within one year after appointment
Complete any other P.O.S.T. or other training required by law or by the department
Ability to frequently stand, walk, run, stoop, bend and climb stairs
Ability to lift individuals, which requires strength, coordination, endurance, and agility
Ability to work irregular hours, including holidays and weekends
Ability to occasionally have contact with hostile individuals
Ability to be subjected to physical and verbal abuse while restraining individuals
Pass a medical examination and a drug test
Proof of citizenship or authorized status to work in the United States prior to appointment

Nice To Haves

Preferably with a degree in criminal justice, social or another behavioral science

Responsibilities

Learns to apply the principles and techniques of probation work
Supervises and counsels individuals detained in, committed to, or sheltered in one of several County juvenile institutions
Supervises minors assigned to Work Project
Provides close supervision of minors placed on home supervision

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Salary increases of approximately 5% annually upon satisfactory service until the top of the salary range has been attained
Paid bi-weekly via direct deposit
Vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually, increasing to a maximum of 25 days
14.5 holidays per year
Sick leave equivalent to 15 days annually, with unlimited accumulation, converted to retirement service credit upon retirement
Paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child
Tuition Reimbursement for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies (dependent upon union agreements)
Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage
Variety of health plan design options
Comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents (yearly maximum $2,000 per person, orthodontia benefit 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person)
Basic life insurance benefit of $15,000
Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents (confidential, professional counseling services)
Wellness Incentive Program (time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's) for medical, dental or dependent care expenses
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Medical Reimbursement Account
Workers' Compensation
Sacramento Credit Union (loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction)