Deputy Probation Officer I

County of Ventura (CA) • Ventura, CA

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About The Position

Deputy Probation Officer I (DPO I) is a professional journey-level sworn peace officer. Under general supervision, DPO I's utilize evidence-based intervention strategies and programs and supervise probationers focusing on an offender's risks and needs in an effort to change behavior to reduce recidivism. Additionally, DPO I's perform duties related to the care, custody, and control activities within a detention facility. Assume role of shift lead worker as needed. Responsible for program component(s) and/or special projects. Positions in this class are only found in the Probation Agency. Applicants must be willing and able to work any shift assignment, including rotating shifts, nights, holidays, weekends, and overtime as required.

Requirements

• Applicants must be 21 years of age by the time of appointment.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must not be convicted of a felony.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class C California driver license.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of the PC832 (Arrest, Search and Seizure) training.
• First Aid and CPR training.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the conduct and behavior of persons in an institutional setting.
• Plans, organizes, and directs detainee activities.
• Maintains effective safety and security procedures within the facilities at all times.
• Enforces facility rules, regulations, and policies.
• Works effectively and takes appropriate actions in emergency or crisis situations.
• Restrains and/or subdues hostile and/or violent detainees, de-escalates violent behavior which may involve the use of verbal skills, pepper spray, physical force, and/or the use of restraints.
• Searches for weapons and other contraband articles.
• Prepares various reports, including incident reports, observation reports and case plans on detainee's attitude, behavior, appearance, interest, skills, progress, and needs.
• Conducts strip or pat searches and collects and tests specimens when required.
• Coordinates the transportation of youth and young adults for activities which require them to leave the facility.
• Administers first aid when required, which may include administering Naloxone.
• Provides orientation to new detainees.
• Supervises consumption of medication as directed by professional medical personnel.
• May be responsible for training newer and/or reassigned officers.
• Successfully completes all officer safety training classes.
• Maintains proficiency in Agency approved tactics such as control/restraint methods, the use of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) pepper spray, Conducted Energy Weapon (TASER) mechanical restraints, and blocking and defensive striking techniques.
• Manages Central Control at the Juvenile Facility to control movement within the facility.
• Responsible for the admission and booking process of detainees.
• Supports and assists in the delivery of detained youth's individualized case plans which include understanding the youth assessed needs and working with the detainee, their family, and collaborative partners to address those needs.
• Assists in directing, training and performing projects of limited scope.
• Collaborates and interacts with contracted government agencies, community-based organizations, volunteers, and others.
• Logs and makes chrono entries, data collection, and maintenance of required records and reports.
• Assumes responsibility as shift leader in the absence of the facility Senior Deputy Probation Officer (Sr. DPO).
• May function in a lead capacity in the absence of a Sr. DPO, or in operations involving routine processes.
• May act as a witness in court.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• A general salary increases (GSI) of 3.5% effective July 5, 2026.
• Educational Incentive - An educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an Associate's degree, 3.5% for completion of a Bachelor's degree, OR 5% for completion of a Graduate degree.
• Annual Leave - A candidate selected for this position will earn 112 hours of Annual Leave per year, increasing to 152 hours after 5 years of service.
• Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 2.5% match on your 401(k) contributions.
• Health Plans - You are offered a flexible credit allowance of up to $15,782 annually for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax benefit towards eligible medical, dental, and vision care expenses.
• Pension Plan - Participation in the County's defined pension plan.
• Bilingual Incentive - Proficiency levels by exam are $.69 per hour (Level I), $1.38 per hour (Level II), or $2.81 per hour (Level III).
• Holidays - 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
• Uniform Allowance - A uniform allowance of $1,050 on November 1st of each year.
• Textbook and Tuition - Up to a maximum of $2,000 per fiscal year in accordance with the memorandum of agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees