Deputy Probation Officer

Sacramento County Probation Department • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 12/5/2025, 4/10/2026, and 10/9/2026 Under general supervision the Deputy Probation Officer performs professional work in the investigation of adult offenders or juvenile court referrals; supervises probationers; participates in the institutional care, custody, treatment, and counseling. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles and practices of probation work Principles of social and correctional case and group work Laws relating to criminal justice Causes of crime and delinquency Counseling techniques Interviewing Community resources available to probationers Principles of investigation and laws governing search and seizure and preservation of evidence Codes, standards and regulations governing care and treatment of juveniles in juvenile halls, camps, ranches or schools Crisis intervention Self-defense Arrest procedures Appropriate use of force and security techniques Rights and liabilities of peace officers Ability to Analyze behavior patterns Exercise sound judgment in assessment and treatment of probationers Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Cope with hostility and aggressive behavior Prepare concise and clear reports Maintain records Communicate with individuals from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a degree in social or behavioral sciences.
• 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.
• One year of social casework experience subsequent to the degree in a County State, or Federal agency.
• One year as an Assistant Probation Officer (formerly Probation Assistant) with Sacramento County.
• The equivalent of one (1) year as a Probation Aide (On-Call) with Sacramento County.
• Compliance with Government Code: In accordance with California Government Code, Section 1031, each employee shall meet the following minimum standards: a. Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Any permanent resident alien shall be disqualified from holding a position if his or her application for citizenship is denied. b. Be at least 18 years of age. c. Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record. In addition, a classifiable set of the fingerprints shall be furnished to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. d. 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.
• Appointees must pass a criminal history and background check, and pursuant to California Government Code, Section 1029, the conviction of a felony is grounds for disqualification from an appointment. Pursuant to Sacramento County Civil Service Rules, candidates found to have been convicted of a felony will be disqualified.
• 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 as a Deputy Probation Officer.
• Some assignments within the Probation Department require the willingness and capability to be armed. Authorization to carry a weapon while on duty requires a psychological examination confirming fitness to be armed as well as the successful completion of force and weaponry training as required by the department.
• Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required at the time of appointment.
• Incumbents in this class must be willing to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Performs professional work in the investigation of adult offenders or juvenile court referrals
• Supervises probationers
• Participates in the institutional care, custody, treatment, and counseling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees