Deputy Probation Officer I/II (20569705)

Job Description:

Deputy Probation Officer I/II (20569705)

Description

Description

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.

Examples of Duties:

• Provide direct field supervision of clients including home, employment and school visits, weapons and contraband searches and chemical testing; ensure that conditions of probation are being complied with.
• Interview, investigate, verify and compile information and prepare reports regarding the personal, social, educational, financial, vocational, health and/or prior criminal history of probationers referred by law enforcement agencies, Court officials and social service, out-of-home placement agencies or juvenile support agencies; explain conditions of probation; prepare and explain goals to be achieved during probationary period; develop and present recommendations for case management upon intake or for actions in the event of violation of probation.
• Counsel and advise probationers and their families regarding pertinent personal, social, educational, financial, and vocational matters; provide or refer clients to appropriate support services for medical matters, mediation and crisis intervention situations; provide assistance in obtaining employment, entering school and resolving problems.

About Yuba County Probation Services:

The principal mandated tasks accomplished by Adult and Juvenile Probation Services are the preparation of investigative reports and sentencing recommendations for the Courts on criminal, diversion and probation actions, and the supervision of adult and at risk youth granted formal probation. Probation Officers also supervise clients released on Post Release Community Supervision and pursuant to Section 1170(h) of the Penal Code. Probation manages a variety of specialized adult and youth program elements. The adult programs include Drug Court, a pre-trial risk assessment unit, and a wide array of rehabilitative programming at the Yuba County T.E.A.M. Center. The youth program elements include a variety of programs, Probation and School Success Program, Juvenile Offender Work Program, Truancy Program, and the Thomas E. Mathews School.

Job Description URL:

https://cms7files.revize.com/yubaca/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Orga...

Job PDF:

DPO I-II Job Flyer Dec 2024.pdf

Ideal Candidate

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.

Special Requirements: Must meet the State of California requirements for peace officer status, including passing a detailed background investigation with a fingerprint check, having no felony convictions, passing a medical and psychological exam, being at least 18 years of age, being a US citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Depending upon assignment may require the ability to carry, use and care for firearms. Must meet and maintain appropriate state standards concerning physical and psychological characteristics.

Working Conditions: Work evenings, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts as assigned. Attend meetings outside of normal business hours. Working conditions are typical of a public safety setting, and may involve potential for high stress levels, exposure to hostile situations, including potential exposure to blood/air borne pathogens, exposure to adverse weather conditions, dust, gas, fumes or chemicals and work with highly manipulative and psychologically challenging client population.

Licenses & Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid CA Class C Driver’s License. Possess or ability to successfully obtain the following certifications within one year of appointment, a valid First Aid and CPR Certifications; a California 832 Peace officer Certificate; and the CA State Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Basic Probation Officer. All training and certifications must be maintained annually.

Benefits

SALARY:

Level I: $5,172 - $5,690/Monthly

Level II: $5,714 - $6,286/Monthly

MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please click on this link.

RETIREMENT - Safety Classification:

Classic: 2% @ 50

New: 2.7% @ 57

For more information about CalPERS Pension, please visit CalPERS Retirement.

SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program.

MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.

STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: SDI provides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness or injury. Paid Family Leave (PFL) automatically covers persons covered by SDI.

MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit Health Insurance and see General Resources.

DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.

*Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.

LIFE INSURANCE: County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage. Employees may purchase additional coverage for themselves and dependents.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 visits per incident per eligible family member.

DEFERRED COMP: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available: Nationwide

EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION TO DEFERRED COMPENSATION 401(A) PLAN: The County will provide a deferred compensation plan match after the completion of 2 years of service.

UNION AFFILIATION: Yuba County Probation Peace Officers’ Association (YCPPOA). Employees electing to enroll must see their union representative. Please visit Y CPPOA MOU.

F or Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Probation Peace Officer Association Bargaining Unit, please reference this benefits summary .

Special Instructions

Final Filing Deadline: Friday, January 3, 2025 @ 5PM

APPLICATION SCREENING:

An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by the final filing deadline. Applications must include copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.

TO APPLY:

ON-LINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted on-line through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

OR

HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.

All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily as to not miss any important communication from the County. Communications are sent from two mail servers; Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us.

Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.

(Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )

Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:

• Completed Yuba County Employment Application (On-Line or Hard Copy)
• Any College Level Diplomas and Current Online Unofficial Transcripts -or- Letter from current University/College with anticipated graduation date.
• Copies of Related Certifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:

The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:

• Board of State Community and Corrections (BSCC) Exam
• In-Box Written Exercise
• Department Interviews

(Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take up to 10 - 12 weeks for successful candidates).

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE:

A completed supplemental questionnaire is an essential part of the examination process for this position. The responses will be reviewed for sufficient detail and will be rated according to pre-determined guidelines. Please include 1) Places of employment; 2) pertinent dates; 3) duties performed, etc. when responding to the questions. If a job includes responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Any experience and/or training listed MUST be identified on your application. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the supplemental questionnaire.

BOARD OF STATE COMMUNITY AND CORRECTIONS (BSCC) EXAM:

Applicants who have successfully met the position qualifications must successfully complete the BSCC Exam with a passing T-Score of 49 or higher, to continue to the next phase of the recruitment process. The BSCC Exam may be administered online using County computers or via a paper and pencil format.

PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT:

All applicants that successfully complete ALL the selection processes and are certified to the employment list, will be notified and must submit a complete Personal History Statement directly to the Probation Department upon request. A review of the PHS will be conducted for each candidate to determine which candidates best meet the professional standard criteria adopted by the Department. Additional details will follow directly from the hiring department.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION:

If special accommodations are required at any stage of the selection process, complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation in Employment Examination Process Form and provide the required documentation by the final filing deadline. The form can be obtained at Reasonable Accommodation Form or by contacting Human Resources at 530-749-7860.

WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:

When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:

An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.

DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEW:

The Probation Department will notify the applicant of the date and time of their interview. The interview may include an in-box writing exercise. Completing and submitting written documents to the Court is an essential function of a Deputy Probation Officer. Additionally, it may involve a role-play activity designed to mirror situations a Deputy Probation Officer might encounter in their normal course of work. During the oral interview, the applicant will be asked a series of questions about their experience, education, and training to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be presented with hypothetical situations to test their decision-making, judgment, and common sense.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(530)749-5637

Contact email:

njanda@co.yuba.ca.us

Closing Date/Time: 1/3/2025 at 5pm

Salary:

$5,172.00-$6,286.00 Monthly