Probation Unit Leader: Training & Oversight

Amador County; Jackson (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amador County is seeking a Supervising Probation Officer to oversee a unit of Probation Officers and ensure compliance with court orders and departmental policies.

In this role, you will supervise staff, review case histories, train new officers, and participate in budget planning and policy development. The position requires a four-year degree in a related field and probation/parole experience, with California licensure and BSCC training ongoing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, criminology or related field.
• Four years of probation or parole experience including at least twelve months at Deputy Probation Officer III level.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Certificate to meet California Penal Code Section 832 requirements.
• Completion of Basic Probation course and ongoing annual training.
• CPR/First Aid certificate.
• Supervisory Core Course within BSCC after appointment.

Responsibilities

• Plans, assigns, supervises and evaluates the work of subordinate Probation Officers and other staff.
• Reviews case histories and approves recommendations on juvenile and adult referrals.
• Advises officers on difficult or unusual circumstances.
• Trains new officers in court procedures, interviewing techniques and other aspects of probation work.
• Interprets and explains departmental policies and procedures to subordinate staff.
• Attends court sessions to observe and evaluate performance, and to ensure that court orders are carried out.
• May present cases or provide additional information.
• Identifies staffing and other budget needs.
• May prepare budget requests for review by management.
• Confers with department management; assists in developing recommendations for policy formation and revision.
• Attends on-the-job training programs, academic courses, seminars, conferences and institutes.
• May represent the department at meetings or before community groups.
• May participate in grant writing activities.

Skills

Supervision principles

Probation law

Court procedures

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, criminology

Job description

Amador County is seeking a Supervising Probation Officer to oversee a unit of Probation Officers and ensure compliance with court orders and departmental policies.

In this role, you will supervise staff, review case histories, train new officers, and participate in budget planning and policy development. The position requires a four-year degree in a related field and probation/parole experience, with California licensure and BSCC training ongoing.