Entry-Level Juvenile Probation Officer – Institution

Placer County; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Placer County is seeking a Deputy Probation Officer I - Institution to care for and guide juveniles within facilities, oversee activities, ensure security, and provide occasional counseling. This entry-level position requires an AA degree or 60 units with at least 9 in behavioral sciences, with substitution possible for related juvenile work.

No prior experience is required; the department may consider relevant substitute experience toward education requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts degree or 60 college units with at least 9 units in behavioral sciences.
• No experience required; substitution available for related juvenile work.
• Experience as a group or youth counselor may count toward education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Care and guidance of juveniles within facilities.
• Oversee organized activities and supervise youth.
• Ensure security within the facility and provide counseling as needed.

Skills

Juvenile supervision

Counseling basics

Activity coordination

Education

Associate of Arts degree or 60 units with at least 9 units in behavioral sciences

Job description

Placer County is seeking a Deputy Probation Officer I - Institution to care for and guide juveniles within facilities, oversee activities, ensure security, and provide occasional counseling. This entry-level position requires an AA degree or 60 units with at least 9 in behavioral sciences, with substitution possible for related juvenile work.

No prior experience is required; the department may consider relevant substitute experience toward education requirements.