Probation Officer III (County Promotional)

San Bernardino County; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Modified Benefits Option (MBO)

Armed position training/availability

Job summary

San Bernardino County is seeking Probation Officer III to perform complex, specialized functions related to adult and juvenile probationers, including investigation, supervision, and rehabilitation, with Post Release Community Supervision responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will have peace officer status, leadership skills, and a track record of collaborative work. The position may require armed duty, weekend/holiday shifts, and adherence to the Evidence-Based Practices framework.

Qualifications

• Education and experience options align with journey-level Probation Officer requirements.
• Experience ranges from 3 to 7 years depending on education pathway.
• Must possess or be eligible for Peace Officer status.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, supervise, and rehabilitate adult and juvenile probationers.
• Coordinate and train officers, handle complex assignments and program evaluations.
• Prepare presentations and participate in community outreach and management work groups.

Skills

Diverse probation experience

Peace Officer status

Leadership skills

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

30 semester units in behavioral science

Associate's degree in behavioral science

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

This recruitment is only open to current San Bernardino County, San Bernardino County Fire Protection District or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX) or intern position.

Your County employment must be clearly listed in the work experience section of your application.

The Probation Department is recruiting for Probation Officer III's who perform a variety of complex, specialized functions relative to the investigation, surveillance, supervision, and rehabilitation of adult and juvenile probationers and Post Release Community Supervision (PRCS). Probation Officer III's work on special assignments such as coordinating and training probation officers in the area of assignment; acting as safety officer; performing personnel investigations; conducting new employee background investigations; performing program evaluations; planning and implementing department projects; making presentations to community groups; and serving on participative management work groups/committees. Probation Officer IIIs may also advise, instruct, and assist with the supervision of other Probation Officers.

For more detailed information, refer to the Probation Officer III job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary ofBenefits and theMemoranda of Understanding (MOU).

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Availability: Incumbent may be assigned to institutions or special programs and may be assigned shift or variable work, including weekend and holiday hours.

Peace Officer Status: Incumbent must possess peace officer status and must be willing to complete the department's arming training and accept an armed position.

Background: Incumbent must meet AND maintain peace officer status (P.C. 832) and pass an extensive background investigation.

Body Art Policy: While on duty, employees shall not have visible body modifications or body art, including but not limited to tattoos, piercings, stretching, branding, beading or implantation, and scarification. All body art must be completely covered while on duty by clothing, a skin-colored patch no larger than three (3) inches by three (3) inches, or skin-colored cosmetic makeup.

License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

NOTE: Incumbents must become familiar with Evidence-Based Practices and Cognitive Therapeutic Modalities.

Applicants must meet both the education and experience requirements for one of the following options to be considered.

• Option 1
  • Education: Completion of a bachelor's degree or equivalent coursework from a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
  • Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a journey-level Probation Officer.
• Option 2
  • Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units in psychology, sociology, criminology, criminal justice or other closely related behavioral science field, to which half must be upper division level units.
  • Experience: Four (4) years of experience as a journey-level Probation Officer.
• Option 3
  • Education: Associate's degree or its equivalent coursework units in psychology, sociology, criminology, criminal justice or other closely related behavioral science field.
  • Experience: Five (5) years of experience as a journey-level Probation Officer.
• Option 4
  • Education: Graduation from a U.S. high school, G.E.D. or a U.S. Department of Education approved High School Equivalency Test
  • Experience: Seven (7) years of experience as a journey-level Probation Officer.

NOTE: Probation Officer I experience is not considered to be journey level, or qualifying experience.

A list of coursework in a qualifying field or legible copies of transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) must be submitted with the application unless candidate has qualified associate's degree or higher.

The ideal candidate will possess diverse experience as a probation officer, current Peace Officer status, experience in juvenile, adult, and administrative assignments, leadership skills, the ability to work as a member of a team, and demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be willing to accept an armed position.

Examination Procedure

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference

Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.