DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER

About the job DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER

CLASSIFICATION PURPOSE AND DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

To perform a wide variety of probation casework, provide preventative and rehabilitative services to adult probationers and juvenile offenders in field and institutional settings; and to perform related work as required.

Deputy Probation Officer is a professional journey level sworn peace officer class in the series. Under general supervision, Deputy Probation Officers utilize evidence based intervention strategies and programs, conduct investigations, write reports for the court, and supervise probationers focusing on an offender's risks and needs in an effort to change behavior to reduce recidivism. Positions in this class are only found in the Probation Department.

The complete Deputy Probation Officer series includes the following :

Deputy Probation Officer (Class No. 005065)

Senior Probation Officer (Class No. 005090)

Supervising Probation Officer (Class No. 005115) EXAMPLES OF DUTIES The examples of functions listed in this class specification are representative but not necessarily exhaustive or descriptive of any one position in the class. Management is not precluded from assigning other related functions not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. Essential Functions :

• Investigates the background, character, family history, and environment of juveniles and adults referred to the Juvenile Court and Probation Department.
• Writes detailed case history reports that include all information necessary to be used by the Court in the disposition of juvenile and adult cases.
• Develops case plans and makes recommendations to the Court for the rehabilitation, supervision, and placement of juveniles and adult probationers.
• Performs case management role including assessment, planning, linking, monitoring and advocacy for juveniles and adults on an assigned caseload.
• Prepares court reports, and other legal documents in connection with actions such as stepparent adoptions.
• Uses risk and needs assessment instruments.
• Conducts arrests and fourth waiver searches.
• Makes field contacts in the home and community.
• Collaborates with other law enforcement agencies to perform field work.
• Supervises and counsels individuals in the intake process in a juvenile institution.
• Supervises, counsels, supports and encourages successful completion of probation of juvenile and adult probationers.

Non-Essential Functions :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of :

Skills and Abilities to :

Desirable Traits Communicates Effectively, Knowledge Worker, Customer Focused, Values and Respects Others, Drives to Excel, Teamwork and Collaboration, Continuous Learning, Demonstrates Ethical Behavior, Supportive of Change

Education and / or Experience

Education, training, and / or experience that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above. Required education / experience :

NOTE :

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS

Required licenses, certifications and registrations must be maintained throughout employment in this class.

License

A valid California Class C driver's license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this class, is required at time of appointment, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel. Employees in this class may be required to use their own vehicle. Appointees must have the ability to obtain a Class B driver's license.

Certification / Registration

Incumbents are required to complete the Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) certification Deputy Probation Officer Core within one (1) year of appointment.

Requires a valid Police Officer Standard Training (POST) certificate and ability to carry a firearm are required and must be maintained throughout your employment.

SPECIAL NOTES Working Conditions

Employees are assigned to regular and rotating shifts which may include day, swing and / or nights as well as weekend and holiday shifts. Probation Officers may be assigned to correctional institutions located in remote areas, may be exposed to inmates and probationers that exhibit hostile, abusive, or aggressive behavior and may be required to physically restrain them when necessary. Office environment; exposure to computer screens. Essential Physical Characteristics The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

Background Investigation

Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Felony convictions will be disqualifying. Misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency. Prior to appointment, candidates will be subject to a thorough background investigation which may include a psychological, truth verification or other examination or test. Must be found by a licensed physician to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental conditions which might adversely affect exercising the powers of a peace officer. PROBATIONARY PERIOD AND CLASS HISTORY

Incumbents appointed to permanent positions in this classification shall serve a probationary period of 12 months.