Deputy Probation Officer II

County of Mendocino•Ukiah, CA

1d•Onsite

About 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. Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600.

Requirements

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.
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 timeframes specified.
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 continued service as a California peace officer throughout employment.
Principles of human behavior and applied psychology.
Principles and techniques of interviewing and casework.
Applicable state, federal, and local ordinances, laws, rules, and regulations.
All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.
Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management techniques.
Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks.
Understanding, interpreting, and communicating complicated policies, procedures, and protocols.
Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Write reports and correspondence.
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Testify effectively and professionally in court proceedings and administrative hearings
Speak effectively before groups and respond to questions.
Read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, run, and sit; reach with hands and arms; use manual dexterity to operate machinery/tools; handle, seize, hold, or otherwise work with hands; climb, jump, and/or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; speak and hear; use shape, sound, odor, and color perception and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is occasionally required lift and/or move over 100 pounds, and arrest, detain, and/or physically restrain clients.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

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.