Chief Deputy Probation Officer

Job Description:

Chief Deputy Probation Officer

Description

Description

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Under the general administrative direction of the Chief Probation Officer, assists in the planning, organization, and supervision of one of the bureaus of the Probation Agency; exercises direct responsibility for the coordination of activities and planning; directs activities of the program Bureau Managers; serves as the Chief Probation Officer in their absence; and performs other related duties as required.

The County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package. Aside from our base salary of approximately $133,707 to $187,209 per year, an employee within this position will also be eligible for the following:

• Educational Incentive - Completion of a graduate degree not required for the position may qualify for an incentive of up to 5% in addition to the base salary.
• Executive Administrative Leave - The candidate selected for this position will earn 248 hours per year, increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service, to 328 hours after 10 years of service, and to 368 hours after 15 years of service or other public service (Sec. 616A). Leave accrual rate may be based on all public years of service.
• Annual Leave Redemption - The ability to "cash in" or redeem up to 100 hours of Annual Leave per year after using 80 hours.
• Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on your 401(k) contributions.
• Health Plans - You are afforded a flexible credit allowance of up to $25,558 annually for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Employees may also participate in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increase their spending power by reimbursing them with pre-tax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
• Pension Plan as a Safety Member: Participation in the County's Retirement Plan. Employees hired (by a VCERA employer or a reciprocal public agency) prior to January 1, 2013 are considered "Legacy" members and eligible to receive 2% at 50. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 (who are not eligible for reciprocity by virtue of employment with a reciprocal employer) are considered "PEPRA" members and eligible to receive 2.7% at 57. All Legacy and PEPRA retirees are eligible for an annual COLA, up to 3%.
• Holidays - 12 paid days per year which includes an annual floating holiday.
• Additional Benefits - Other benefits include disability plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Benefit Reimbursement Program and a Wellness Program. Incumbent is also entitled to County-paid membership in professional organizations related to the position. Incumbents are also entitled to County-paid membership in professional organizations related to their position

To learn more about this exciting opportunity and what we have to offer, please click this link to be taken directly to the brochure: Chief Deputy Probation Officer

For more information about the Probation Agency, please visit https://venturaprobation.org/

The Chief Deputy Probation Officer is an At-Will classification that is exempt from the provisions of the Civil Service Ordinance.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:

Opening Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Closing Date: Open until filled

First Review of Resumes: The first review of resumes is anticipated to begin February 24, 2025. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume in advance of the review date.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plans, organizes, directs, and reviews all activities and operations of a specific bureau within the Agency including developing policy and procedures.
• Directs, supervises, and guides assigned staff by establishing goals, policies, and performance standards, conducting periodic evaluations of staff regarding their performance and career development consistent with the Agency's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Monitors and reviews the effectiveness of programs and operations to ensure superior service delivery.
• Collaborates and engages with stakeholders and partnering agencies including the Superior Courts, Public Defender, District Attorney, as well as community-based organizations.
• Responsible for budget preparation, negotiations, and performance as assigned.
• Advises and makes major decisions in matters affecting the Agency.
• May act as the Assistant Chief Probation Officer or the Chief Probation Officer in their absence.

Recruitment Process

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
To APPLY for this exceptional career opportunity please send a resume and cover letter which illustrates all of the following :

• Your progressive management experience in probation and/or community corrections;
• Your experience leading, coaching, mentoring and managing staff, including the titles, sizes, and functions of staff you supervised;
• Your experience managing budgets, including the size and nature of budgets you have managed;
• Your experience preparing and making public presentations preferably to a board, council, or commission;
• Your experience collaborating with criminal justice agencies and community-based organizations;
• Your experience in formulating policies, programs, and procedures.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: This position has peace officer status under Penal Code Section 830.5 and may require incumbents to be armed. All Probation Officers will be expected to participate in a continuum of force training program which include control of aggression, tactical negotiations, unarmed defensive tactics and use of oleoresin capsicum spray. Incumbents must also enroll in, and successfully complete, the department's arming training, maintain qualification standards, and must be willing to accept an armed assignment at the discretion of the appointing authority. At the time of appointment (or by 6 months after appointment), candidate must possess Penal Code 830.5 status.

Submit in one of the following ways:

E-mail to:

Esmeralda.Oseguera@ventura.org

OR

Submit an on-line application and attachments (resume and cover letter) at www.ventura.org/jobs .

RESUME EVALUATION
Reviews of submitted resumes and materials will begin February 24, 2025

Resumes and cover letters will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this brochure. Following an evaluation of resumes and cover letters, the most qualified candidates will be invited to a panel interview. The top candidates, as determined by the panel, will then be invited to a second/final interview. The interviews may be consolidated into one process or expanded into multiple interviews contingent upon the size and quality of the candidate pool.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Candidate may be required to pass a thorough background investigation that will include, but not necessarily be limited to, contacting personal, educational and business references, and Livescan fingerprinting for a criminal records check. Additionally, certified candidates will undergo a polygraph, psychological, and medical examination. Those entering the background process are required to provide a current (issued within the past 30 days) Department of Motor Vehicles printout (K4 - 10-year driving record) to the Background Investigator.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY : The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

For questions, inquiries or candidate recommendations, please contact Esmeralda Oseguera by e-mail at Esmeralda.Oseguera@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 477-7268.

YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE

EXECUTIVE AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT LEVEL (Groups 1 & 2)

To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.

• Benefits website or you may call (805) 654-2570.
• Retirement FAQ's
• Memorandum of Agreement

Union Codes: MA, MB2

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$133,707.99 - $187,209.53 Annually