Deputy Probation Officer

Sacramento County Probation Department • Sacramento, CA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Deputy Probation Officer performs professional work in the investigation of adult offenders or juvenile court referrals. This role involves supervising probationers and participating in the institutional care, custody, treatment, and counseling of individuals.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
• One year of full-time paid professional experience in correctional work subsequent to the degree in a County, State or Federal probation, parole or law enforcement agency; OR One year of social casework experience subsequent to the degree in a County, State, or Federal agency; OR One year as an Assistant Probation Officer (formerly Probation Assistant) with Sacramento County; OR The equivalent of one (1) year as a Probation Aide (On-Call) with Sacramento County
• Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record
• Be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer
• Pass a criminal history and background check
• Completion of required P.O.S.T. training for Probation Officers as specified in Section 832 of the Penal Code within one (1) year after appointment
• Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, at the time of appointment
• Willingness to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends

Nice To Haves

• Degree preferably in social or behavioral sciences

Responsibilities

• Perform professional work in the investigation of adult offenders or juvenile court referrals
• Supervise probationers
• Participate in the institutional care, custody, treatment, and counseling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level