Deputy Probation Officer I/II

County of Shasta • Redding, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Shasta County is hiring a sworn peace officer for its Probation Department. Under general supervision, the Deputy Probation Officer investigates, assesses, and manages cases involving adult or juvenile offenders; prepares reports and recommendations for the courts; monitors compliance with probation conditions; and promotes rehabilitation through prevention services, supervision, guidance, and accountability. The role may be filled at the entry/trainee Deputy Probation Officer I level or the journey Deputy Probation Officer II level. DPO I handles more routine cases within defined guidelines under closer supervision. DPO II performs general investigative and case-management duties with a basic understanding of probation work. Advancement to DPO II requires successful completion of the probation officer basic CORE academy within one year of employment.

The Probation Department serves youth and adults in the criminal justice system through supervision, accountability, rehabilitation, and support. Its functions include intake and supervision, adult pretrial services, and reentry services. The position requires a background investigation relevant to working in a law enforcement office or facility, and applicants must possess a valid California driver’s license. The role includes field and office work and may involve physical interactions with probationers, including searches, restraints, and responding to emergencies.

Requirements

• Deputy Probation Officer I: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or current enrollment in good standing at an accredited college or university with at least 90 semester units successfully completed.
• Deputy Probation Officer II: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience comparable to Deputy Probation Officer I with Shasta County.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Pass a background investigation relevant to working in a law enforcement office or facility before hiring.
• Deputy Probation Officer I knowledge and abilities include basic casework practices, applied psychology, evidence-based practices, interviewing and writing; ability to learn probation work and court procedures, manage a caseload, interpret evidence-based assessments, prepare reports, maintain accurate records, and work cooperatively with others.
• Deputy Probation Officer II knowledge and abilities include adult and juvenile probation practices, court procedures, applicable laws, casework and evidence-based practices, causes and control of crime and delinquency, and interviewing and counseling; ability to manage a large and complex caseload, interpret court orders, exercise judgment, analyze information, prepare reports and records, organize work, and work cooperatively with others.
• Complete the probation officer basic CORE academy within one year of employment to advance to Deputy Probation Officer II.
• Applicants must submit responses to the supplemental questions with the completed application.
• Applicants must pass the written examination process if invited; the written examination is developed and mandated by the California Board of State and Community Corrections.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, climbing or balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching or crawling, handling objects, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.
• Be able to perform job-related physical tasks described in the posting, including defending oneself, subduing or handcuffing individuals, running short distances, searching people or property, assisting someone from the ground, performing CPR, and driving as part of probation officer duties.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, assess, and manage cases involving adult or juvenile offenders.
• Conduct pre-sentence or pre-court investigations and interview offenders and others with relevant information.
• Prepare court reports and recommendations concerning sentencing, probation conditions, rehabilitative programs, and case disposition.
• Monitor probationers’ compliance with probation conditions and promote satisfactory social adjustment and rehabilitation.
• Explain probation conditions to probationers, their families, and other interested individuals.
• Maintain contact with probationers and manage a caseload.
• Appear in court and make recommendations regarding case disposition.
• Conduct investigations and prepare reports on findings.
• Collaborate with staff from other agencies and consult with law enforcement agencies on cases of mutual interest.
• Prepare and maintain case records and reports, including accurate financial records where applicable.
• Recommend dismissal of cases following satisfactory compliance or adjustment, or revocation or other disposition when adjustment is inadequate.
• Perform delinquency prevention duties and participate in intervention programs.
• Conduct compliance checks, surveillance operations, and searches of offenders’ homes and property; coordinate home visits and searches with law enforcement as applicable.
• Perform physical arrests and work in multi-agency law enforcement efforts, including DUI checkpoints and anti-gang enforcement.
• Confer with supervisors and other staff about casework techniques and specific case situations.
• Work with local agencies and groups.

Benefits

• CalPERS retirement program, subject to applicable law and eligibility; listed formulas include 2% at 55, 2% at 60, or 2% at 62.
• Collective bargaining agreement coverage through the Professional Peace Officers Association (PPOA).

What This Job Offers

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