The Yuba County Probation is currently recruiting for the position of Deputy Probation Officer I/II. Under general supervision, Deputy Probation Officers perform a variety of professional adult and juvenile probation duties related to case management, field monitoring and investigation, probation supervision, mediation, intake and other programs; coordinates probation activities with those of the Superior Court; ensures compliance with court ordered probation conditions through counseling; coordinates community resources to assist probationers to successfully complete the terms of probation; and performs related work as required. This classification is a flexibly staffed position in the protective services category in the professional Probation Officer series. As experience accrues, the incumbent performs with increasing independence and becomes a candidate for promotion after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency, which meet the qualifications of the higher-level class and successful completion of the Probation Officer Core curriculum approved by the Standards of Training and Corrections.
The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in the basic principles of applied psychology and sociology. Will Possess basic interviewing, behavior modification and counseling techniques. Able to keep accurate, clear and concise reports, correspondence, court documents and other written materials as required. Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with clients, general public, co-workers, other County employees and representatives from various agencies. Must maintain composure, keep emotions in check, control anger, and avoid aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Ability to deal effectively with manipulative, hostile or antisocial behavior.
Qualifications:
Level I Minimum: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Level I Preferred: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or Behavioral Science or closely related field AND two years of experience in a field related to the work.
Level II Minimum: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university AND two years of experience providing probation and casework/counseling services at a level comparable to the County’s class of Deputy Probation Officer I.
Level II Preferred: In addition to the above described experience and required certification, a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Behavioral Science or a closely related field and experience functioning as a lead officer within a Probation Department; possess a valid California 832 Peace Officer Certificate; and/or a California State Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Basic Probation Officer Certificate.
SALARY:
Level I: $5,172 - $5,690/Monthly
Level II: $5,714 - $6,286/Monthly
