Chief Probation Officer

County of Mono•Bridgeport, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Probation Officer serves as the executive leader of the Mono County Probation Department, overseeing adult and juvenile probation services and departmental operations. This position provides strategic leadership in policy development, budget administration, personnel management, and regulatory compliance while ensuring the effective delivery of probation services that promote public safety and rehabilitation. The Chief Probation Officer works closely with the Superior Court, County leadership, law enforcement, community partners, and state agencies to implement evidence-based practices, manage complex casework, oversee grants and departmental finances, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and standards.

Requirements

Five (5) years of experience performing professional probation work, including at least two (2) years in a management or supervisory position.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Possession of an 832 Post Certificate.
Completion of P.C. 832 Training.
Must maintain compliance with annual training requirements.
Sit for extended periods, frequently stand, and walk.
Normal dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Ability to climb, stoop, crouch and kneel.
Lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Reach and lift objects above shoulders.
Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
Physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time to defend self and deal with violent/aggressive persons.
Verbal communication.
Use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, copiers and FAX.
Ability to operate an automobile.

Nice To Haves

Degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, behavior sciences is desirable.

Responsibilities

Overseeing adult and juvenile probation services and departmental operations.
Providing strategic leadership in policy development, budget administration, personnel management, and regulatory compliance.
Ensuring the effective delivery of probation services that promote public safety and rehabilitation.
Working closely with the Superior Court, County leadership, law enforcement, community partners, and state agencies.
Implementing evidence-based practices.
Managing complex casework.
Overseeing grants and departmental finances.
Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and standards.