Senior Deputy Probation Officer III — Lead Caseload

County of Monterey, CA; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Monterey is hiring for Deputy Probation Officer III in Salinas, CA. This advanced, lead-level role handles complex probation work with minimal supervision, overseeing juvenile and adult cases and applying evidence-based practices.

The successful candidate will perform investigations, prepare detailed reports for court, and counsel clients while maintaining current knowledge of laws and procedures in probation services.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of applied psychology and counseling techniques as they pertain to juveniles and adults.
• Effective record-keeping procedures.
• Laws and codes pertaining to juveniles and adults.
• Investigation and supervision (case management) techniques for juvenile and adult criminal offenders.

Responsibilities

• Conducts investigations including interviewing offenders and families; analyzes facts; prepares probation plans and dispositions.
• Manages caseloads and ensures probation conditions are met; conducts interviews and collects samples as needed.
• Files petitions for court action; prepares reports for the court; appears to present recommendations.
• Counsels clients and families; conducts home/school/work visits and documents progress.
• Keeps current with laws, codes, and best practices in probation work.

Skills

Applied psychology knowledge

Record-keeping

Laws and codes

Investigation techniques

Education

Degree in Administration of Justice or related field

Job description

County of Monterey is hiring for Deputy Probation Officer III in Salinas, CA. This advanced, lead-level role handles complex probation work with minimal supervision, overseeing juvenile and adult cases and applying evidence-based practices.

The successful candidate will perform investigations, prepare detailed reports for court, and counsel clients while maintaining current knowledge of laws and procedures in probation services.