Probation Administrative Specialist I

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Probation Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Probation Department located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of administrative strategic planning and support in the coordination and implementation of highly Probation Department projects.
• Assist with evaluating, planning, and implementing new services or programs requested by Executive Management.
• May organize and coordinate the functions of the Probation Department in specific areas relating to the Adult Services Division, Juvenile Services Division, Adult Court Services Division, Juvenile Detention Division, and Administration.
• Analyze and solve problems identified and gaps in providing services; gather information from management and staff; analyze and present research in a clear and concise manner.
• Use information obtained to formulate clear and concise alternatives and present recommendations to management staff.

For a full list of duties for this position, please click here.

Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Experience

Knowledge of

Skill / Ability to

Desirable Employment Standards

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit https : / / studentaid.gov / manage-loans / forgiveness-cancellation / public-service.

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